AddressBritish Antarctic Survey (BAS) is looking for an exceptional warehouse operative to join our hard-working team based in Antarctica. BAS delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions. We employ experts from many different professions to carry out our Science as well as keep the lights on, feed the research and support teams and keep everyone safe!
Our skilled science, operational and support staff based in Cambridge, Antarctica and the Arctic, work together to deliver research that uses the Polar Regions to advance our understanding of Earth as a sustainable planet. Through our extensive logistic capability and know how BAS facilitates access for the British and international science community to the UK polar research operation. Numerous national and international collaborations, combined with an excellent infrastructure help sustain a world leading position for the UK in Antarctic affairs. British Antarctic Survey is a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), which is part of UK Research and Innovation www.ukri.org
Working at BAS is rewarding. The UK’s polar research effort is critically important for understanding environmental issues that affect everyone. This is an opportunity to do what may seem like an ordinary job in the most extraordinary place on Earth.
You’ll be joining our Supply Chain Logistics team who enable our staff to work safely, in the right clothing, with the right equipment, in the right place. Deliver essential science support equipment and goods at the right time and support the operations aspirations through best practice and efficient practices.
You’ll help us to deliver BAS’s critical work in the Antarctic and elsewhere around the globe. This role is responsible for the receiving, preparation, and shipment of the equipment and supplies required to support the delivery of world-class science in some of the most inhospitable places on earth.
For a more in depth look at what we do in the logistics team have a read of this great blog post by a former team member now working in major projects with the BAS Air unit. The Iceworld podcasts also give a great insight in to work and life in Antarctica.
Within the role, there will be an opportunity to develop a career in logistics with a variety of training courses and on the job development, creating a bedrock in Antarctic logistics professionalism. Deployment opportunities will further expand the successful candidates work experience at BAS by working closely with other teams.
You’ll be joining a world-leading interdisciplinary research organisation, that is committed to recruiting talented people like you giving you the support, you need to thrive at BAS. Antarctica is one of the most exhilarating and spectacular workplaces you could imagine.
Your main responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out the operational aspects of the new warehouse.
- Carrying out a range of support functions including goods receiving /distribution, cargo processing, storage, and database management.
- Ensuring that goods are recorded and handled accurately once in the central store.
- Updating and maintaining official logs.
- Distribution of goods to station and field parties.
- Upholding safety policy and to ensure that all work is carried out in a safe and accurate manner.
Current projects the team are working on include:
- The implementation and move in to of a new warehouse in the new Rothera Research Stations Discovery Building.
- The packing and prepping of all the new furniture, fittings and equipment for the Rothera Research Stations Discovery Building.
- The upscaling of UK Supply Chain Logistics capabilities with the implementation and move in to of a new UK warehouse facility.
- The use of new Logistics management systems to help the team to operate new processes and facilities.
- The procurement, receiving and preparation for shipment of the 24/25 Antarctic science campaign equipment.
- The training on and use of new plant for warehouse operations.
For the role of Station Stores Operative, we are looking for somebody who:
- Has previous experience working in a team in a busy warehouse environment.
- Has previous use of stock control systems.
- Has worked in a highly regulated health and safety environment.
- Is self-motivated and able to demonstrate experience of delivering results under pressure and to strict deadlines.
- Is a good team worker and considerate to others.
- Has a thorough approach with excellent attention to detail.
For a more in depth look at the experience and skills we are looking for please refer to the skills specification in the job description.
If we’ve just described you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now at bas.ac.uk/vacancies.
What we offer:
As a valued employee, you’ll be eligible for benefits including an end of contract payment upon completion of a successful assignment in Antarctica, annual leave, a defined benefit pension scheme with NEST (National Employment Savings Trust) and access to 24 hours/365 days per year employee assistance programme. In addition, you will be provided with pre-deployment training and accommodation costs. All food, accommodation and polar clothing during Antarctic deployment will also be provided.
What experiences can we offer you?
At BAS we believe everyone plays a vital role, is unique and valued, therefore, we embrace diversity as well as equality of opportunity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming working environment where everyone’s unique perspectives are valued.
Different perspectives and collaborative working help us achieve our best work and come together to form a high performing team which makes positive changes in the business. That’s the power of every individual. Our cultural values are built on mutual respect, inclusion, commitment and excellence.
If you are looking for an opportunity to work with world class and amazing people in one of the most unique places in the world, then British Antarctic Survey could be for you.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £28,763.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: BAS 24/43
