Waste Stream Coordinator – South Pole

Job overview

The Waste Stream Coordinator – South Pole role is onsite at South Pole Station, Antarctica, for the Austral summer season from October through February. The posting states pay of $500–$750 per week. The role supports the station’s Solid Waste department and operations commitments. The coordinator collects, processes, and loads solid waste and recyclables for shipment, while operating equipment and supporting vessel operations. The work contributes to safe, documented waste handling and the station’s environmental and operational goals in a remote setting.

What you'll do

• Collect, process, and load solid waste and recyclables for shipment to Port Hueneme
• operate front-end loaders, skid steers, an articulating forklift, industrial balers, and a wood grinder
• perform truck weigh-station duties during vessel operations
• use cargo straps, banding, pallet jacks, and power tools
• provide ancillary Spill Team support, including after-hours on-call duties and possible night shifts
• follow department procedures and safety, environmental health, and quality requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

waste stream coordinator

solid waste

recycling

equipment operation

antarctica deployment

south pole station

austral summer

on-call duties

night shift possible

gana-a'yoo antarctic program

$500–$750/week

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Antarctica deployment for the contract length; approximately 70% outdoor tasking; after-hours on-call duties and possible night shifts.

About the employer

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program is hiring for this role. Industry: Materials Recovery Facilities. Sector: 56.