What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summit Site Supervisor – Arctic Deployment position at Polar Field Services?
Deployment-ready role supporting remote polar science operations
Polar Field Services is seeking a capable, resilient leader to serve as a Summit Site Supervisor in an extreme Arctic environment. This posting is for an alternate offer, meaning a qualified candidate will be prepared to deploy if the primary candidate is unable to do so.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily station operations, including logistics coordination, task prioritization, and conflict resolution.
- Serve as the primary on-site contact, communicating with off-site leadership and visiting researchers.
- Oversee station safety, basic maintenance support, resource management, and emergency readiness.
- Maintain daily logs, reports, and inventories to ensure smooth, transparent operations.
- Support a positive, healthy team dynamic in a small, remote living environment.
Qualifications
- 5 years relevant experience and 2 years supervisory or leadership experience.
- Strong skills in conflict resolution, logistics coordination, and independent problem-solving.
- Ability to work in extreme cold, lift 50 lbs, and use a respirator as required.
Preferred
- Experience in remote or isolated field settings.
- Prior polar experience; Summit Station experience a plus.
Deployment Details
- Remote, isolated Arctic environment with international travel and Arctic aircraft transit.
- Required pre-deployment training in Denver.
- Schedule: 9-hour days, 6 days per week.
If you're a steady, adaptable leader seeking a challenging and meaningful Arctic assignment, we encourage you to apply as an alternate Summit Site Supervisor.