Responsible for the overall coordination and daily operation of the base.

Typical areas include:

• Program Management
• Administration
• Planning & Coordination
• Customer Relations
• Reporting & Compliance

This department helps ensure that all activities run safely, efficiently, and according to contract and operational requirements.

Responsible for moving people, cargo, equipment, food, and supplies across the base and to/from Greenland and international destinations.

Typical roles:

• Warehouse staff
• Logistics coordinators
• Drivers
• Cargo handlers
• Material control personnel

Key tasks:

• Receiving shipments
• Inventory management
• Arctic supply operations
• Vehicle coordination

Supports aircraft operations and passenger handling.

Typical roles:

• Terminal workers
• Airfield support personnel
• Passenger services
• Ramp operations

Key tasks:

• Passenger handling
• Cargo loading/unloading
• Aircraft support
• Airfield safety

Maintains buildings, infrastructure, utilities, and living areas across the base.

Typical trades:

• Electricians
• Plumbers
• Carpenters
• Painters
• HVAC technicians
• Heavy equipment operators

Key tasks:

• Repairs and maintenance
• Snow clearing
• Infrastructure upgrades
• Facility inspections

Responsible for keeping vehicles and machinery operational in Arctic conditions.

Typical roles:

• Mechanics
• Heavy equipment mechanics
• Vehicle technicians
• Equipment specialists

Key tasks:

• Vehicle maintenance
• Preventive inspections
• Snow equipment servicing
• Emergency repairs

Ensures stable delivery of electricity, heating, water, and utilities to the entire base.

Key responsibilities:

• Power generation
• Water systems
• Heating systems
• Utility monitoring
• Emergency backup systems

This is one of the most critical departments at Pituffik.

Provides meals and food logistics for personnel on base.

Typical roles:

• Chefs
• Kitchen assistants
• Catering personnel
• Food warehouse staff

Key tasks:

• Meal preparation
• Food safety
• Supply coordination
• Dining facility operations

Responsible for medical support and health-related matters.

Typical services:

• Medical consultations
• Emergency response
• Occupational health
• Health monitoring
• COVID or infection protocols when required

Employees should always contact Health Services if they feel ill or experience injuries.

Supports safe operations and quality standards throughout the base.

Key areas:

• Workplace safety
• Environmental protection
• Risk assessments
• Incident reporting
• Training and compliance

Safety is everyone’s responsibility in Pituffik.

Maintains digital systems and communication infrastructure.

Key responsibilities:

• Internet and network systems
• Radios and communications
• User support
• Technical troubleshooting
• Digital systems support

Responsible for base access, identification, and security procedures.

Key tasks:

• Access approvals
• Security checks
• Visitor control
• Restricted area monitoring

Always carry your ID and follow security instructions.

Pituffik also supports apprentices, interns, and trainees in several departments.

Examples include:

• Mechanics
• Logistics
• Administration
• Construction trades
• Catering
• Technical operations

The goal is to create long-term opportunities and professional development for Greenlandic youth and future specialists.