Vehicle Technician, Multiple Duty Stations
Closing Date: Monday, 17 February 2014
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DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:
17 Feb 2014
DATE OF ISSUANCE:
31 Jan 2014
ORGANIZATIONAL UNIT:
Field Missions Administered by DPKO
DUTY STATION:
Multiple D/S
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER:
14-PST-PMSS-426088-R-MULTIPLE D/S
All applicants will be notified in writing as to the status of their application (successful or unsuccessful) at the end of the recruitment/rostering/selection process (see ST/AI/2010/3 on Staff Selection System). The process for rostering based on Generic Job Openings usually takes from 4 to 6 months from the date the vacancy is posted. Placement on the roster does not guarantee selection to field mission.
Remuneration
Depending on professional background, experience and family situation, a competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, the Vehicle Technician will carry out the following duties: (These duties are generic, and may not be performed by all Vehicle Technicians).
- Coordinates the maintenance and repair of UN-owned vehicles in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's standards.
- Conducts vehicle inspections.
- Develops reports to document workshop performance (including personnel matters), vehicle warranties, vendor support and other workshop related activities.
- Enters and updates information in the Electronic Vehicle Monitoring System (EVMS) and Fuellog software packages.
- Carries out diagnostics and identifies reasons for technical faults.
- Carries out product upgrades initiated by a vehicle manufacturer.
- Participates in the liaising with the manufacturer representatives for after sales warranty and technical fault claims.
- Identifies requirements for spare parts, hand tools and workshop floor equipment.
- Coordinates the activities of international or local vehicle technicians responsible for one or more of the following specialized systems: automotive electrical system including Electronic Vehicle Monitoring System (EVMS); air conditioning systems; suspension systems; braking systems (including ABS systems); body work and painting.
- Coordinates the activities of the international or local vehicle technicians responsible for one or more of the following specialized areas: diagnostic and fault finding; quality control/assurance; road testing; vehicle recovery.
- Assists with training and coaching of international or local vehicle technicians within his/her expertise.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Professionalism: Ability to analyze the tactical elements of vehicular support to clients. Familiarity with rules and regulations related to UN Owned Equipment (UNOE). Awareness of the procedures related to fleet maintenance. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
- Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.
- Planning and Organizing: Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.
- Client Orientation: Considers all those to whom services are provided to be 'clients' and seeks to see things from clients' point of view; establishes and maintains productive partnerships with clients by gaining their trust and respect; identifies clients' needs and matches them to appropriate solutions; monitors on-going developments inside and outside the clients' environment to keep informed and anticipate problems; keeps clients informed of progress or setbacks in projects; meets timeline for delivery of products or services to client.
EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent is required. Technical or vocational certificate in mechanical engineering, transportation, logistics or other related fields is desirable. A valid driver's license is required. Work ExperienceA minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance of motor vehicles, heavy/specialised transport equipment, plants and/or Mechanized Handling Equipment (MHE) is required. Experience in international operations in a post conflict environment is desirable. LanguagesFrench and English are the working languages of the UN Secretariat. For this post, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required; Knowledge of another UN official language is desirable. Other Skills The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). English and French are the two working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, TRAINING OR ANY OTHER FEES). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON BANK ACCOUNTS.PLEASE NOTE THAT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE DEADLINE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
How to apply
All applicants are strongly encouraged to apply online as soon as possible after the vacancy has been posted and well before the deadline stated in the vacancy announcement. Because applications submitted by United Nations (UN) staff members are considered first, provided the eligibility requirements set out in ST/AI/2006/3 are met and the application is submitted in a timely fashion, staff members should apply within 15-day or 30-day mark.
Online applications will be acknowledged where an email address has been provided. If you do not receive an e-mail acknowledgement within 24 hours of submission, your application may not have been received. In such cases, please go to 'My UN' page and check the status of your application by clicking on 'View Application History', and resubmit the application, if necessary.
- To start the application process, applicants are required to register by opening a 'My UN' account. Go to Login, and Register as a User. Fill in the form and choose a User Name and Password.
Please see the Frequently Asked Questions, if you encounter problems when applying.
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