Date: Plumber (HVA(two position

​Requisition ID: 4652
Grade: G3
Country: Austria
Duty Station: Vienna
Category: General Service/Admin. Support
Type of Job Posting: Internal and External
Employment Type: StaffFulltime
Appointment Type: Fixed Term100 series
Indicative Minimum Net Annual Salary: 41,939 EUR
Application Deadline: 31Oct2024, 11:59 PM (CE

Vacancy Announcement
This post is for local recruitment only.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Organizational Context

The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDis the specialized agency of the United Nations that promotes industrial development for poverty reduction, inclusive globalization and environmental sustainability. The mission of UNIDO, as described in the Lima Declaration adopted at the fifteenth session of the UNIDO General Conference in 2013 as well as the Abu Dhabi Declaration adopted at the eighteenth session of UNIDO General Conference in 2019, is to promote and accelerate inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISIin Member States. The relevance of ISID as an integrated approach to all three pillars of sustainable development is recognized by the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and the related Sustainable Development Goals (SDG, which will frame United Nations and country efforts towards sustainable development. UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG9, which calls to “Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation”. The relevance of ISID, however, applies in greater or lesser extent to all SDGs. Accordingly, the Organization’s programmatic focus is structured in four strategic priorities: Creating shared prosperity; Advancing economic competitiveness; Safeguarding the environment; and Strengthening knowledge and institutions.

Each of these programmatic fields of activity contains a number of individual programmes, which are implemented in a holistic manner to achieve effective outcomes and impacts through UNIDO’s four enabling functions: (technical cooperation; (ianalytical and research functions and policy advisory services; (iinormative functions and standards and qualityrelated activities; and (iconvening and partnerships for knowledge transfer, networking and industrial cooperation. Such core functions are carried out in Divisions/Offices in its Headquarters, Regional Offices and Hubs and Country Offices.

This position is located under the Facility Management Services. As part of the common services, on behalf of and financed by the VBOs, the Facility Management Services (COR/BMof UNIDO is responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation, maintenance and repair of the Vienna International Centre (VIbuildings and associated installations according to the local building codes and standards, and according to the VIC operating license conditions.

Staff members are subject to the authority of the DirectorGeneral and in this context all staff are expected to serve in any assignment as determined by the needs of the Organization. The UNIDO Staff Performance Management System reinforces the collaboration within formal units as well as among crossfunctional teams. In this context, the incumbent collaborates with his/her supervisor and colleagues, at Headquarters and in the field.

Main Functions

Under the supervision of the Team Leader, G5, the incumbent carries out HVAC Plumbing activities according to Austrian Standards, rules and regulations. He/She will perform multiskilled functions to assist the work across the BMS Workshops distributed over plumbing at 80% and electrical at 20%. The functions include:

• Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of the ventilation system which includes humidifiers, cooling & heating coils; as well as regular replacement of air filters and fan belts, etc. (80%). Carry out work related to electrical maintenance and repair (20%).
• Assist in assembling, repair and installation of HVAC systems and equipment such as pumps for water and chemicals, large blowers for air supplies and exhausts, different types of valves for hot and cold water and chemicals, heat exchangers and air filters using construction drawings and manufacturers maintenance manuals.
• Assist in checking hydraulic and pneumatic control systems for quality and quantity of air, water and energy consumption.
• Assist in the checking of conditions and functioning of equipment, make necessary adjustments of settings of protective devices, control sensors, alarm units, electronic signal transmitters. Support to measure, analyze and evaluate equipment operation parameters by application of measuring instruments, functional diagrams and user manuals for fault location.
• Support the Team at the planning, preparation and implementation of projects and renovation work.
• Ensure safe storage of building fixtures, equipment, spare parts, tools, materials, consumables, chemicals, etc.
• Follow all rules and regulations and handle machines, equipment and material in a competent, proper and safe manner and wear protective clothing, such as masks, gloves and shoes when required.
• Ensure that all the relevant information related to the work assigned has been recorded accordingly in the Facility Management Electronic Workorder Platform.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Competencies

Core values

WE LIVE AND ACT WITH INTEGRITY: work honestly, openly and impartially.

WE SHOW PROFESSIONALISM: work hard and competently in a committed and responsible manner.

WE RESPECT DIVERSITY: work together effectively, respectfully and inclusively, regardless of our differences in culture and perspective.

Key Competencies

WE FOCUS ON PEOPLE: cooperate to fully reach our potential –and this is true for our colleagues as well as our clients. Emotional intelligence and receptiveness are vital parts of our UNIDO identity.

WE FOCUS ON RESULTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: focus on planning, organizing and managing our work effectively and efficiently. We are responsible and accountable for achieving our results and meeting our performance standards. This accountability does not end with our colleagues and supervisors, but we also owe it to those, we serve and who have trusted us to contribute to a better, safer and healthier world.

WE COMMUNICATE AND EARN TRUST: communicate effectively with one another and build an environment of trust where we can all excel in our work.

WE THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX AND INNOVATE: To stay relevant, we continuously improve, support innovation, share our knowledge and skills, and learn from one another.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Completed secondary education is required.

Certificate of completed apprenticeship (e.g. “Gesellenbrief”) in plumbing or other related field. The HTL or equivalent certificate is accepted in lieu of the completed apprenticeship. Training in welding is required.

Technical and Functional Experience

Minimum three (3) years of relevant experience in HVAC plants maintenance of air handling units, hot and cold water distribution systems as well as pneumatic system; experience in performing autogenous welding.

Ability to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoin, internet. Experience with ticketing software or work order management software is an asset.

Physical Requirements

Good physical condition is required.

Languages

Working knowledge of English and fluency in German is required.

Working knowledge in any other UNlanguage is an asset.

For further information on salaries, refer to the International Civil Service Commission website: https://icsc.un.org/

Employees of UNIDO are expected at all times to uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism and respect for diversity, both at work and outside. Only persons who fully and unconditionally commit to these values should consider applying for jobs at UNIDO.

All applications must be submitted online through the Online Recruitment System. Correspondence will be undertaken only with candidates who are being considered at an advanced phase of the selection process. Selected candidate(may be required to disclose to the Director General the nature and scope of financial and other personal interests and assets in respect of themselves, their spouses and dependents, under the procedures established by the Director General.

Visit the UNIDO careers site for details on how to apply: https://careers.unido.org/

NOTE: The Director General retains the discretion to make an appointment to this post at a lower level.

Notice to applicants:
UNIDO does not charge any application, processing, training, interviewing, testing or other fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. If you have received a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it. Vacant positions within UNIDO are advertised on the official UNIDO website. Should you have any questions concerning persons or companies claiming to be recruiting on behalf of UNIDO and requesting payment of a fee, please contact: recruitment@unido.org