If you like penguins more than people this is for you! World's most remote job where workers live alongside penguins is hiring again
This extremely remote job could be the gig for you and luckily it is hiring again – but it is not for the faint of heart. The job is located at the Penguin Post Office in Port Lockroy on Goudier Island, off the Antarctic Peninsula, making it one of the world's most remote jobs.
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Embrace the Isolation
Imagine a world where the icy expanse of Antarctica is your backyard, and your only companions are the curious penguins waddling around. This isn't just a job; it's an expedition to the edge of the world.
Duties Beyond the Ordinary
Your to-do list isn't your typical nine-to-five grind. You'll find yourself amidst stacks of letters and parcels, each carrying stories from distant lands, while your other tasks might involve tending to historical relics and yes, even cleaning up after our adorable, albeit messy, penguin friends.
Confronting the Elements
Forget about modern comforts; here, you'll discover the raw beauty of survival. From enduring freezing temperatures to navigating treacherous terrains, every day presents a new challenge. But amidst the snow and ice, you'll find a resilience within yourself that you never knew existed. Workers live togethe without modern amenities such as running water, flushing toilets, or mobile phone signal. Communication with the outside world is limited to satellite connections for professional purposes only.
A Call for the Brave
Living and working in such an isolated and demanding environment requires resilience and adaptability. Chief Executive Camilla Nichol highlighted the hard work involved, including long hours and physically demanding tasks like carrying heavy items through snow or over slippery rocks.
Recruitment Process
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK, undergo a medical examination, and complete four weeks of training in Cambridge before embarking on the Antarctic expedition. The ideal candidates are described as fit, resilient, and capable of working as part of a team.
Salary and Positions
The positions available include one Base Leader, one Shop Manager, and three General Assistants. The salary ranges from €1,482 to €2,114. The deadline to apply for these positions is March 18th.