South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands
South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands is a British Overseas Territory in the southern Atlantic Ocean. Stunningly beautiful and rugged, this island wildlife sanctuary, once visited, is not easily forgotten. Its snow covered peaks, blue glacier ice and emerald green bays are breathtaking sights.
It is a real “oasis” in the stormy southern oceans and is home to amazing wildlife like penguins, albatrosses, seals, whales and petrels.
The South Georgia and South Sandwich Islands Laws site can be accessed here.
Latest News
Read the past Government of South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands’ (GSGSSI) latest news and updates here.
June 27, 2024
Carpenter Vacancy
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the build team for the austral summer as a Carpenter, working in South Georgia. The appointment is from October 2024 to March 2025.
June 27, 2024
General Hand Vacancies
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the build team for the austral summer as a General Hand, working in South Georgia. There are 2 (two) positions available for this role. The appointment is from October 2024 to March 2025.
June 26, 2024
Post Officer Vacancies
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team for the 2024-25 austral summer as Post Officer, working at South Georgia, running one of the most southerly Post Offices in the world.
This role requires an individual who has exceptional customer service skills, and who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Detail orientated, you will be responsible, self-motivated, and conscientious, with an ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
We require two Post Officers in place for the austral summer, from Sept 2024 to March 2025 (with a potential to extend into April).
June 19, 2024
Visitor Related Fee Increases For South Georgia & the South Sandwich Islands
GSGSSI has published the fees and charges for the 24/25 austral summer season. These will take effect from 1 July 2024.
80% of Government expenditure goes towards protecting the unique environment that is South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands. Increases in these charges will help to ensure that the Government can continue to provide outstanding stewardship and implement the vision to protect, sustain and inspire.
April 26, 2024
Darwin Plus Funding Schemes, 2024
GSGSSI is proud to promote and encourage science that contributes to developing and upholding best-practice environmental management and that supports the active management and good governance of the Territory. We are therefore delighted by the announcement of the latest round of Darwin Initiative funding for Local, Main and Strategic proposals, and welcome applications that will contribute to the broader aims of the Government.
April 5, 2024
Invitation To Submit Proposals To Act As Mint For Commemorative Coins
The Commissioner is seeking to appoint a suitably competent and experienced Mint that can provide high quality commemorative coins in accordance with designs and specifications provided by the Government.
March 12, 2024
Opening Of The Licence Application Round For The 2024 Krill Fishery
GSGSSI are pleased to announce the opening of the licence application round for the 2024 South Georgia krill fishery.
For details on how to apply please contact the Director of Fisheries by email – dof@gov.gs