Who we are The Australian Antarctic Division (AAD) is part of the Commonwealth Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. As primary agency for Australia's Antarctic Program (AAP), the AAD is responsible for achieving the Australian Government's Antarctic goals. These goals are to: maintain the Antarctic Treaty System and enhance Australia's influence within it protect the Antarctic environment understand the role of Antarctica in the global climate system undertake scientific work of practical, economic and national significance. The AAD also has responsibility for administering the Australian Antarctic Territory and the Territory of Heard Island and McDonald Islands. The Assets and Technology (A&T) Branch provides and maintains the equipment and infrastructure to support the AAP. A&T Branch activities range from the maintenance of existing Antarctic stations and equipment through to the design, manufacture, testing, operation and procurement of advanced scientific equipment and systems. The Branch manages major infrastructure projects in support of AAP outcomes. The Infrastructure Delivery Section is a key element of A&T and is responsible for the management, maintenance and engineering development of the built infrastructure at Australia's Antarctic and sub-Antarctic stations. The section consists of an expeditioner workforce that carries out construction activities at the Antarctic and sub Antarctic stations and, engineering and technical management group at the AAD's head office in Kingston, Tasmania. It works closely with Infrastructure Strategy & Planning and Antarctic Infrastructure Operations & Maintenance teams to deliver and maintain all critical life support systems. The key duties of the position include The Construction Lead will manage a team delivering major infrastructure works packages. This may be through direct supervision of Construction teams, Coordinators or working with a construction partner in ensuring the construction program is delivered safely and to the required technical specification. You will be part of a high performing project team and working closely with the Design & Commercial Leads with supervision and support of the Project Lead. These projects include whole building structures through to essential services including power generation, water production and supply, wastewater treatment, station heating, accommodation and medical facilities. You may be required to travel to Antarctic or the Sub Antarctic to directly manage the works or operate as the owner's superintendent. For detailed information about the job-specific capabilities for this role, please view the Job Description which can be downloaded from the relevant job posting on our website - the Apply Now link will take you there.