Antarctic Station Leader — Remote Team Captain

Australian Antarctic Division; Kingston; Hybrid; AUD 153,000 - 226,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Antarctic Division is seeking a Station Leader to guide a diverse expedition team in delivering science, infrastructure and logistics across remote stations. You will oversee safety, wellbeing and cohesion of the station community while ensuring operational excellence in aviation, construction, fieldwork and environmental management.

Flexible deployment options are available; successful candidates will undergo comprehensive training in Kingston, Tasmania before heading south, and

Qualifications

• Exceptional people management for a 24/6 environment
• Ability to build cohesive cross-functional teams through inclusive decision-making
• Proven ability to lead and deliver complex programs (strategic, operational or scientific)
• Strong interpersonal and performance management skills
• Respected leader who models integrity and professionalism with a diverse workforce
• Supports diversity, equity, and respectful behaviour
• Strong understanding of WHS legislation and risk management
• Commitment to environmental sustainability and safe operational practices

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety, wellbeing and cohesion of the station community
• Maintain operational excellence across aviation, construction, fieldwork and environmental management
• Represent the AAD on station and integrate strategic partners into station life and operations
• Lead a diverse expedition team delivering world-class science, infrastructure and logistics programs

Skills

Exceptional people management

Cross-functional leadership

Program delivery

Interpersonal skills

Integrity and professionalism

Diversity and respectful behaviour

WH S compliance

Sustainability and safety

Job description

The Australian Antarctic Division is seeking a Station Leader to guide a diverse expedition team in delivering science, infrastructure and logistics across remote stations. You will oversee safety, wellbeing and cohesion of the station community while ensuring operational excellence in aviation, construction, fieldwork and environmental management.

Flexible deployment options are available; successful candidates will undergo comprehensive training in Kingston, Tasmania before heading south, and