Pilot | DHC-6 Twin Otter

Position Summary

The Pilot operates DHC-6 Twin Otter aircraft supporting scientific research, passenger transportation, and cargo operations in remote polar environments. The position combines flying, operational support, and field duties, requiring strong leadership and adaptability during extended deployments.

Schedule

• Open-ended appointment.
• 221 working days and 144 days of leave annually.
• Antarctic deployments of up to six months, generally between October and February.
• Up to eight months per year may be spent outside the United Kingdom.
• Long working hours and occasional overnight field camping may be required.
• Training operations also conducted in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Twin Otter aircraft during polar research, cargo, passenger, and training missions.
• Support remote field operations, scientific installations, and fuel depots.
• Lead aircraft loading and unloading activities.
• Maintain compliance with the Air Operations Manual and applicable airworthiness regulations.
• Report aircraft faults, operational deficiencies, and mission progress.
• Maintain required pilot licenses, ratings, and approvals.
• Assist with aircraft maintenance support, station operations, and other field duties.
• Work independently and collaboratively in challenging remote environments.
• Perform flying, operational training, administrative, and general support duties.

Requirements

• UK CAA Part-FCL ATPL or ATPL(A) with MCC course; equivalent ICAO licenses and qualifications may be considered individually.
• Minimum 2,500 Total Time.
• Experience in both single-pilot and multi-crew operations.
• Strong leadership, communication, situational awareness, and risk management abilities.
• Ability to work autonomously in remote and extreme environments.
• Physical and mental fitness for extended Antarctic deployments.
• Successful completion of required security screening and BAS Medical Unit medical assessment.
• Ability to meet applicable employment and visa eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• DHC-6 Twin Otter Type Rating.
• 1,500 PIC Hours.
• Experience operating independently in remote environments, including incident response and contingency planning.

Benefits

• Defined-benefit pension scheme.
• 144 days of annual leave under the stated working arrangement.
• Employee shopping and travel discounts.
• Salary-sacrifice cycle-to-work scheme.

Compensation

• £37,614–£69,727 annually.

Application Deadline

• October 24, 2026.