Summit Site Supervisor

Polar Field Services • Littleton, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Polar Field Services, Inc. is seeking a seasonal Summit Site Supervisor to plan, organize, and direct daily operations at Summit Station, Greenland. This role is crucial for supporting scientific study in the Arctic and offers a competitive wage and benefits. Polar Field Services specializes in providing logistical support in remote and challenging environments, ensuring safety, and maintaining pristine conditions post-operation. They are looking for passionate individuals to join their team, offering a relaxed, dog-friendly, and casually dressed company culture.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant work experience
• 2+ years of supervisory experience
• Ability to perform conflict resolution, solve logistics problems, and manage challenging operations
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the job, including working in a cold environment, living in 24-hour periods of light or darkness, shoveling snow, lifting up to 50 pounds, and wearing a respirator
• Self-starter who can motivate and inspire others
• Ability to adapt quickly in response to new information
• Positive and optimistic in the face of challenges
• Ability to hold yourself and others accountable for producing high-quality results
• Ability to effectively prioritize your time and delegate tasks
• Team player who fosters a community spirit
• Ability to get along well with people from all walks of life
• Personable and friendly demeanor

Nice To Haves

• Leadership experience in a remote location
• Certification in hazardous materials shipment
• Wilderness first responder certification
• Weather observer experience
• Familiarity with aviation
• Experience working in an Arctic environment

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and direct daily operations at Summit Station, Greenland.
• Coordinate the efforts of all on-site teams.
• Oversee the logistics of daily activities.
• Ensure researchers' needs are supported.
• Make all safety-related decisions as the senior on-site point of contact.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and food.
• Maintain station logs and submit weekly reports to the station manager.
• Keep off-site management informed.
• Oversee training, scheduling, evaluations, and conflict resolution.
• Live in the Arctic for several months at a time.

Benefits

• Competitive wage of $2,047 - $2,364/week
• Pro Deal Discount program
• Hourly health and welfare benefit of $4.22/hour for the first 40 hours worked each week

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed