Organizational Setting
The Department of Management’s Division of General Services (MTGS) provides support functions to the IAEA through its four Sections, namely the Archives and Records Section (ARMS), the Commissary Management Section (CMS), the Facilities Management and General Support Section (FMGSS) and the Seibersdorf Laboratories Services Section (SLSS). Among the five Sections, the Seibersdorf Laboratories Services Section (SLSS) provides site operation technical and administrative services to the work of the IAEA’s laboratories. SLSS services include facilities, technical, engineering, property and transport management, and site security through its management of the Seibersdorf Protective Force (SPF). The Section has a diverse complement of 35 staff, including technicians, drivers, procurement assistants and IT support. The armed SPF provides around-the-clock security for the site.Among the five Sections, the Seibersdorf Laboratories Services Section (SLSS) provides site operation technical and administrative services to the work of the IAEA’s laboratories. SLSS services include facilities, technical, engineering, property and transport management, and site security through its management of the Seibersdorf Protective Force (SPF). The Section has a diverse complement of 35 staff, including technicians, drivers, procurement assistants and IT support. The armed SPF provides around-the-clock security for the site.
Main Purpose
Under the guidance and supervision of the Supervisor, Technical Support Group, the Heating-Ventilation-Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician monitors, maintains, and repairs all cooling, heating and ventilation plants, devices, and installations in the IAEA Laboratories in Seibersdorf. The HVAC Technician works independently and must attend to any technical emergency situation, ensuring problem-free functioning of the various technical systems in the laboratories which must be kept operational constantly.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Install, maintain, repair and test HVAC systems and water-conditioning systems by: assembling, installing and testing equipment using construction drawings and manufacturers maintenance manuals.
Monitor the functioning of major air-conditioning water-chillers, their associated evaporators, cold water and cold air circulation pumps and fans, distribution pipes, fan-coil units and control units, as well as technical refrigerators, technical freezers, special deep-freezers, freeze-dryers, cold chambers, freezer-chambers and several in-house designed and assembled cooled devices utilised for specific laboratory projects.
Check the operation and condition of equipment and systems for fault location, repairing various equipment such as motors, pumps, fans, valves and a multitude of other high-precision mechanical components.
Set-up of test procedures for verification of equipment system conditions and performances in accordance with characteristic data for optimal operation of large, complex, process systems.
Provide technical support, ensuring that maintenance and/or repair work is carried out as per specifications and standards.
Actively participate in preventative maintenance activities, coordinate with sub-contractors on site and assist the Supervisor (Technical Support Group) in the continuous upgrading of existing HVAC infrastructure as required by the laboratory programmes.
Participate in the laboratory maintenance on-call scheme.
Assist others outside area of specialization, if needed.
The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA’s Radiation Safety Regulations.
Competencies and Expertise
Core Competencies(Competency Framework)
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Communication | Communicates orally and in writing in a clear, concise and impartial manner. Takes time to listen to and understand the perspectives of others and proposes solutions. |
| Achieving Results | Takes initiative in defining realistic outputs and clarifying roles, responsibilities and expected results in the context of the Department/Division’s programme. Evaluates his/her results realistically, drawing conclusions from lessons learned. |
| Teamwork | Actively contributes to achieving team results. Supports team decisions. |
| Planning and Organizing | Plans and organizes his/her own work in support of achieving the team or Section’s priorities. Takes into account potential changes and proposes contingency plans. |
Functional Competencies
| Name | Definition |
|---|---|
| Analytical thinking | Gathers and analyses information, identifying critical relationships and patterns among data and proposes workable solutions. |
| Client orientation | Establishes effective relationships with clients to understand and meet or exceed their needs. Finds ways to ensure client satisfaction. |
| Resilience | Able to remain calm in emotionally charged situations. Accepts constructive feedback in a positive manner and is able to cope with setbacks. |
Required Expertise
| Function | Name | Expertise Description |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative Support | Discretion and Respect for Confidentiality | Familiarity with scientific laboratory / industrial environment and associated sensitiveness desirable. |
| General Services | Equipment Operation and Repair | Thorough knowledge of HVAC systems with a good technical understanding of modern techniques utilised in all cooling, heating and ventilation systems. |
| Administrative Support | MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) | Proficiency in MS Office 2010, which is the IAEA standard (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is desirable. |
Qualifications, Experience and Language skills
Completed apprenticeship and vocational schooling in HVAC systems, mechanical, or equivalent. Specialization in heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems.
Completed secondary education.
Minimum of four years of relevant working experience.
Facharbeiterpruefung (Gesellpruefung) in the relevant technical field.
Extensive experience monitoring and repairing HVAC systems with good working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulics systems, and welding.
Excellent oral and written command of English and German. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Administrative skills test to IAEA standard might be part of the selection process.
Remuneration
The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at EUR 48527 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), 6 weeks’ annual vacation, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/general-service-staff
General Information
- The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
- Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
- The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce.
- Recruitment will be on a LOCAL BASIS only.
- Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
- The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.
Evaluation process
- The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
- Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.
Appointment information
- Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
- Staff members may be assigned to any location.
- The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.
