Traverse Operations Supervisor - SPoT & Field

About the role

Amentum is hiring a Traverse Operations Supervisor for SPoT and field operations in Antarctica. The role covers supervision of ground penetrating radar (GPR) operations, camp logistics, safety and equipment, and works closely with ASC and NSF management. It involves living and working in close quarters in a remote camp during the Austral summer season.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise GPR operations, analyse GPR images, coordinate air support and assign daily tasking and priorities to staff
• Act as safety coordinator: implement environmental, health and safety programs, hold safety meetings, report incidents and near misses, and ensure the workplace is clean and hazard-free
• Maintain detailed records (fuel, equipment hours, weather, route waypoints, travel logs, check-ins, emergency incidents) and assist with end-of-season reports
• Perform fuel transfers, track fuel quantities, inspect fuel containers three times daily, and assist with preventive maintenance and repair of equipment
• Operate heavy equipment and tracked vehicles, and coordinate search and rescue or emergency tasking, including emergency skiways/runways and flights
• Prepare cargo for field movement, complete load plans and prioritise equipment, materials and science support
• Communicate daily progress to the Traverse Operations Manager and other managers, and liaise with crew, ASC management, the National Science Foundation, the US military and other agencies

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, or four years of relevant experience in place of it
• At least four years' experience in a polar guide, management or field operations role, two of which in a supervisory or leadership role
• Ability to work and supervise in remote, isolated settings and to live in close quarters with up to 10 people
• Willingness to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods, including a 50-day traverse to the South Pole and back (SPoT only)
• Valid US driver's license; US citizenship required for facility access
• Medical, dental, drug screening and background checks completed

Required skills

• Ability to manage a multi-skilled workforce and good verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Preferred: previous operations, project management, equipment operation, cargo movement, fuel operations or 24-hour facility experience
• Previous traverse experience in polar regions strongly preferred