BAS - Engineering jobs available

[Rootsea]

Want to see penguins? Enjoyed that programme about whaling in the South Atlantic? Here is your chance!

The British Antarctic Survey (BAS), part of the Natural Environment Research Council, aims to undertake a world-class programme of scientific research, and to sustain for the UK an active and influential regional presence and a leadership role in Antarctic affairs.

Chief Engineer
ETO
2nd Engineer

[GuinnessMan]

I believe they're also looking for a 4th engineer...

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[Rootsea]

I believe they're also looking for a 4th engineer...

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They appear to have updated the website. They are looking for:
Chief Engineer
ETO
2nd Engineer

Could a Mod update the thread title?

[size4riggerboots]

Voila

[GuinnessMan]

Well that 4th Job went quickly, it was only just advertised in Telegraph....

[chris]

very interesting, thanks for posting

Has anyone on the forum been on a BAS ship or know of the length of trips?

[size4riggerboots]

4:2 I believe, I've got a friend who recently worked for them - any other specific questions? I could pass them on?

[chris]

Thanks. It would be interesting to know how many years of ETO experience they're looking for. Salary wise, the ETO role is 2nd engineer level so I'm assuming a few.

[sailorjo]

Hi Chris

I worked for BAS on the deck side for 10 years. The Antarctic is an amazing place and BAS a very good organsiation to work for.

Trip lengths are currently 2-3 months on the Shackleton, and 4 months on the JCR (although rumours abound that this is going to reduce). Official leave rates work out at 4 on 2.5 off ish. However both vessels work an unofficial back to back rotation, so generally time for time with flexibility to be called back early if needed in your standby time.

I hope this helps.

[MacNeil]

Would like to try a trip with them once I am qualified.