The South African National Antarctic Programme (SANAP) invites applications for the next Gough Island Overwintering Team, who will be stationed at Gough Base from September 2025 to October 2026.
Gough Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, lies over 2,500 km from South Africa and is known for its rugged beauty, unique wildlife, and critical role in weather and climate observation. The island is uninhabited apart from the small overwintering team stationed at Gough Base, which plays a vital role in supporting South Africa’s meteorological and environmental research.
We are looking for skilled, motivated individuals to fill the following overwintering positions(click on position for detailed information:
- Senior Meteorological Technician
- Assistant Meteorological Technician
- Medical Orderly
- Diesel Mechanic
- Communications/Electronics Engineer
- Electrician
