Machinist - Mechanic, Working Leader

Contract

This is a TC-6 contract. This kind of contract is known as Trades and Crafts. It is normally only for nationals. More about TC-6 contracts.

Org. Setting and Reporting This position is located in the Electrical and Machine Shop under the Electrical Unit (EU), Plant Engineering Section (PES), Facilities and Commercial Activities (FCAS), Division of Administration (DOA), Department of Operational Support (DOS).

The Department of Operational Support was established to provide operational advisory services to operating entities across the Secretariat, including other departments, offices away from headquarters, field missions, and regional commissions. The Facilities and Commercial Activities Service (FCAS) operates the Headquarters complex, striving to provide effective and efficient planning, management, maintenance and operation for all existing physical facilities and assets at the UN Headquarters, New York. FCAS also supports office and conference facilities, property management, travel and transportation services, archives and records management, mail and pouch operations, catering, giftshop and the United Nations Postal Administration.

The incumbent reports to the Foreperson of the Electrical and Machine Shop.

Responsibilities Under the supervision of the Foreperson of the Electrical and Machine Shop under the Electrical Unit (EU), the incumbent will be responsible for the following duties: - Fabricates, overhauls, calibrates and repairs various types of equipment, which are located throughout the UN complex and offsite leased premises. - In collaboration with the electricians, performs and oversees diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on automated doors and vehicle entry systems. - Performs and oversees repair and replacement of door hardware and closers. - Proficiently use precision instruments and equipment, such as Vernier calibers, micrometers, height gauges, squares, dial indicators, etc. Maneuvers machine tools such as lathes, milling machine grinders, saws, radial drills, taps, etc. - Interprets blueprints and schematics in coordination with the Foreperson of the Shop and the building engineers. - Receives work orders assigned through the computerized work order system. Reviews blueprint and instructions for the assigned work order and inspects the job site to study what has to be performed. Set up machine tools to perform precise machinery operations. - Fabricates, repairs, and welds sheet metal, including HVAC ducting. - Coordinates with other trade shops within PES and perform maintenance work of the various building systems. - Prepare requisition requests for all materials and equipment required. Fill out all work orders that are relating to the Machine Shop. - Supervises and coordinates work schedules of staff in the absence of the Foreperson as and when required. - Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies PROFESSIONALISM: Demonstrates professional competence in the electrical trade and its related functions; understands and has excellent knowledge of electrical operating techniques, the trade's technical language and relevant safety and code requirements and procedures; ability to read and interpret blueprints and rough drawings, proficiency in the use of computerized systems and applications and the use of hand and power tools pertaining to the trade; ability to supervise a team, schedule and coordinate maintenance activities; ability to identify priority activities and assignments; shows pride in work and in achievements; 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; commitment to implementing the goal of gender equality by ensuring the equal participation and full involvement of women and men in all aspects of work.

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.

TECHNOLOGICAL AWARENESS: Keeps abreast of available technology; understands applicability and limitations of technology to the work of the office; actively seeks to apply technology to appropriate tasks; shows willingness to learn new technology.

Education High school diploma or equivalent is required.

Work Experience A minimum of seven years of related experience in the field of general building maintenance, such as a machinist, mechanic, welder, sheet metal is required.

Experience with the use of hand and power tools related to the trade is required.

Experience in supervising personnel is desirable.

Experience in the maintenance of vehicle barrier systems is desirable.

Experience in the maintenance of automated doors is desirable.

Experience with basic electricity and control wiring is desirable.

Languages English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For the position advertised, fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official United Nations language is desirable.

Assessment Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by a competency-based interview.

Special Notice Appointment or assignment against this position is for an initial period of one year.

This position is subject to local recruitment pursuant to Staff Rule 4.4 of the United Nations Staff Rules. Applicants for General Service and related positions must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located. A staff member subject to local recruitment is not eligible for the allowances or benefits applicable to international recruitment.

At the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the recruitment and employment of staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence and integrity, with due regard to geographic diversity. All employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications and organizational needs. The United Nations is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. The United Nations recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities. Reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities may be provided to support participation in the recruitment process when requested and indicated in the application.

Job requires standing, walking, kneeling, crawling and lifting from 10-100 pounds on a daily basis. Work in a machine room include extensive noise, low head clearance and other hazards. Candidate must be available to work Saturday's and/or evenings if required.

***The selected candidate must meet inoculation (vaccination) requirements against SARSCoV-2 (Covid).***

United Nations Considerations According to article 101, paragraph 3, of the Charter of the United Nations, the paramount consideration in the employment of the staff is the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. Candidates will not be considered for employment with the United Nations if they have committed violations of international human rights law, violations of international humanitarian law, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, or sexual harassment, or if there are reasonable grounds to believe that they have been involved in the commission of any of these acts. The term “sexual exploitation” means any actual or attempted abuse of a position of vulnerability, differential power, or trust, for sexual purposes, including, but not limited to, profiting monetarily, socially or politically from the sexual exploitation of another. The term “sexual abuse” means the actual or threatened physical intrusion of a sexual nature, whether by force or under unequal or coercive conditions. The term “sexual harassment” means any unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature that might reasonably be expected or be perceived to cause offence or humiliation, when such conduct interferes with work, is made a condition of employment or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment, and when the gravity of the conduct warrants the termination of the perpetrator’s working relationship. Candidates who have committed crimes other than minor traffic offences may not be considered for employment.

Due regard will be paid to the importance of recruiting the staff on as wide a geographical basis as possible. The United Nations places 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. The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.

The paramount consideration in the appointment, transfer, or promotion of staff shall be the necessity of securing the highest standards of efficiency, competence, and integrity. By accepting an offer of appointment, United Nations staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and assignment by him or her to any activities or offices of the United Nations in accordance with staff regulation 1.2 (c). In this context, all internationally recruited staff members shall be required to move periodically to discharge new functions within or across duty stations under conditions established by the Secretary-General.

Applicants are urged to follow carefully all instructions available in the online recruitment platform, inspira. For more detailed guidance, applicants may refer to the Manual for the Applicant, which can be accessed by clicking on “Manuals” hyper-link on the upper right side of the inspira account-holder homepage.

The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the evaluation criteria of the job opening and the applicable internal legislations of the United Nations including the Charter of the United Nations, resolutions of the General Assembly, the Staff Regulations and Rules, administrative issuances and guidelines. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information pertaining to their personal profile and qualifications according to the instructions provided in inspira to be considered for the current job opening. No amendment, addition, deletion, revision or modification shall be made to applications that have been submitted. Candidates under serious consideration for selection will be subject to reference checks to verify the information provided in the application.

Job openings advertised on the Careers Portal will be removed at 11:59 p.m. (New York time) on the deadline date.

No Fee THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS’ BANK ACCOUNTS.