Antarctic Polar Pilot: Remote Field Operations

British Antarctic Survey; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) pilots are responsible to the Chief Pilot for the safe and efficient operation of BAS aircraft, with deployments to Antarctica and global campaigns. The role combines flying and non-flying duties, requiring initiative, high leadership capabilities, and strong teamwork in some of the most extreme environments.

Pilots spend extended periods at remote locations, including Rothera, and manage safety, training, and mission support across a demanding schedule.

Qualifications

• UK CAA Part–FCL ATPL or ICAO equivalent license and qualifications.
• Accrued 2,500 flying hours across multi-crew and single-crew operations.
• Proven ability to identify hazards and apply risk mitigations in remote environments.

Responsibilities

• Safe and efficient operation of BAS aircraft at all times.
• Comply with BAS Air Operations Manual and airworthiness regulations.
• Report progress and faults to the Chief Pilot/Deputy Chief Pilot.
• Maintain current licenses and approvals for Antarctica and other missions.
• Demonstrate leadership and situational awareness in remote deployments.
• Undertake other duties as deployed to remote stations or lines of management.

Skills

ATPL license

2500 flight hours

Multi-crew ops

Single-pilot ops

Risk management

Leadership

Twin Otter rating

1500 hrs in command

Remote deployments

Security clearance

Job description

British Antarctic Survey (BAS) pilots are responsible to the Chief Pilot for the safe and efficient operation of BAS aircraft, with deployments to Antarctica and global campaigns. The role combines flying and non-flying duties, requiring initiative, high leadership capabilities, and strong teamwork in some of the most extreme environments.

Pilots spend extended periods at remote locations, including Rothera, and manage safety, training, and mission support across a demanding schedule.