Maintenance Technician (Electrician)

Job title:

Maintenance Technician (Electrician)

Company: United Nations Industrial Development Organization


Job description: ​Requisition ID: 5953
Grade: G3
Country: Austria
Duty Station: Vienna
Category: General Service/Admin. Support
Type of Job Posting: Internal and External
Employment Type: Staff-Full-time
Appointment Type: Fixed Term – 100 series
Indicative Minimum Net Annual Salary: 43,237 EUR
Application Deadline: 22-Jul-2025, 11:59 PM (Vienna, Austria time)Vacancy Announcement
This post is for local recruitment only.
Female candidates are encouraged to apply.Organizational ContextThe United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) is 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 (ISID) in 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 (SDGs), which will frame United Nations and country efforts towards sustainable development. UNIDO’s mandate is fully recognized in SDG-9, 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: (i) technical cooperation; (ii) analytical and research functions and policy advisory services; (iii) normative functions and standards and quality-related activities; and (iv) convening 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 (BMS) in the Directorate of Corporate Services and Operations (COR). As part of the common services, on behalf of and financed by the VBOs, the Facility Management Services (COR/BMS) of UNIDO is responsible for ensuring the safe and reliable operation, maintenance and repair of the Vienna International Centre (VIC) buildings and associated installations according to the local building codes and standards, and according to the VIC operating license conditions.At the G-3 level the incumbent is expected to perform general support processes focusing on basic service delivery or information exchange within the organizational environment and team.The UNIDO Staff Performance Management System reinforces the collaboration within formal units as well as among cross-functional teams. In this context, the incumbent collaborates with his/her supervisor and colleagues, within as well as outside the unit. Within the formal teams, the incumbent may be expected to backstop other team members as required.Main FunctionsThe incumbent will provide multi-skilled functions to assist the work across the BMS Workshops. These efforts will be distributed over the electrical equipment assignments at 80% and electro installations functions at 20%. Under the close supervision of the Team Leader, G5, and overall guidance of the Facility Management Officer, P4, the incumbent carries out independently simple and routine tasks related to the maintenance and repair of electrical equipment as well as electromechanical machines.

• Assist in maintenance and repair of electrical devices as well as replacement and connection of lamps, sockets, fuses, distribution boxes and cabling, further support moves and construction works in terms of electrical works.
• Assist in performing cabling work as well as installations and disconnections of electrical equipment and repair of short circuits and other faults, using testing equipment, trade manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Assemble, install, test, adjust, find standard faults, repair, replace electric components, systems, switchboards, wiring and control panels, lighting fixtures and protection according to testing procedures, construction drawings, wiring diagrams and installation manuals.
• Perform routine assembling, testing and maintenance of electro mechanic machines, equipment and components such as automatic doors, barriers at gates, rolling shutters, waste drop chutes, compact shelves and cabinets, airlift, etc. according to construction drawings and installation manuals.
• Assist the Team Leader and the project manager in site supervision of electrical projects such as replacing fluorescent lights with LED lights, replacement of power lines and distribution boxes, outside lights, lightning protection and emergency and safety installations. Assist the manager with supervising maintenance contractors, support in accessing the site, ensuring safety on site, testing, if the delivered work and material complies with the norms and technical requirements
• Ensure that rules and regulations are being followed, that machines, equipment and material are handled in a competent, proper and safe manner, that protective clothing, such as masks, gloves and shoes are worn when required, and that tools are stored safely and properly in the Workshop.
• Keep abreast of the latest technology, norms and standards. Discuss new products and techniques and their appliance in the VIC with other team members as well as with the Team Leader.
• Ensure that all the relevant information related to the work assigned has been appropriately recorded in the Facility Management Electronic Work Order Platform.
• Carry out all duties with due consideration of applicable/prevailing security instructions, norms and environmental- and quality standards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

CompetenciesCore ValuesWE 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 CompetenciesWE 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 RequirementsEducationCompleted secondary education supplemented by completed apprenticeship and journeyman certificate (“Gesellenbrief”) in Electro-Mechanics or Electro-technics or equivalent field is required. Completed higher technical school (HTL) in the field of Electro-technics or electro-mechanics or other related subjects is desirable.Technical and Functional ExperienceA minimum of three (3) years job-related work experience as Technician in Electrical/ Electro-Mechanical or equivalent field.Ability to use E-mail (Developing proficiency), Internet (Developing proficiency), Spreadsheets (Developing proficiency), Word processing (Developing proficiency). Basic knowledge in AUTOCAD is an advantage.University studies in the field relevant to the post may be counted towards experience credit (not exceeding a maximum of four years of the actual period of studies whichever is less).Physical RequirementsGood physical condition is required as work involves considerable physical exertion, e.g. walking long distances, standing, crouching, lifting and carrying heavy objects and working on high scaffolds and ladders or in inconvenient positions. Work has often to be carried out at irregular working hours and within short notice.LanguagesWorking knowledge of English and German is required.For further information on salaries, refer to the International Civil Service Commission website: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(s) 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: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

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Location: Wien

Job date: Thu, 03 Jul 2025 01:12:40 GMT

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