SANSA was created to promote the use of space and strengthen cooperation in space-related activities while fostering research in space science, advancing scientific engineering through developing human capital, and supporting industrial development in space technologies. The research and work carried out at SANSA focuses on Earth observation, space science, space engineering and space operations. Much of this work involves monitoring the Earth for policy and decision making, resource and disaster management, food security and national security. SANSA also provides state-of-the-art facilities to monitor space weather, provide launch support and data downloads as well as supporting the growth of the local space industry.
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Volunteer Position for the Relief Voyage to Sanae IV, Antartica
We are currently assembling a team to participate in the annual relief expedition to SANAE IV, Antarctica.
The SANAE IV station in Antarctica lies at 71°S, 2°W – 4280 km from East Pier in Cape Town Harbour.
Successful candidates will embark on the SA Agulhas II, South Africa’s polar research and supply vessel, for a voyage of approximately 14 days to Antarctica. Upon arrival, they will be stationed at the SANAE IV research base for the entire relief period. Volunteers will work under the guidance of the Group Leader/Senior Engineer, assisting with critical infrastructure maintenance, scientific instrument servicing, and logistical operations during the expedition.
Requirements:
This is a voluntary position; no payment will be made, although all expenses from Cape Town onwards will be covered.
Candidates must be physically fit and mentally resilient to handle the challenging conditions.
The work will involve physical labour and hiking rough terrain in extreme Antarctic weather conditions.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a full medical examination, including a dental examination at the cost of SANSA.
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