Maintenance Technician (Electro-Mechanic & Equipment)

The medium-term programme framework (MTPF) 2026 - 2029 is UNIDO’s core strategic document and it is in line with UNIDO’s Vision 2050. It sets a renewed vision to support Member States and shape their industries for development. The priorities include fair and sustainable global and regional supply chains, ending hunger through innovation and local value addition, renewable and clean energy, sustainable energy access and climate action. Cross-cutting priorities focus on industrial and economic policy advice, skills development, fostering digitalization and artificial intelligence, gender equality and the empowerment of women, supporting youth, promoting cleaner production and circular economy, and leveraging private sector investment and development finance.

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-related activities; and (iv) convening and fostering partnerships for knowledge and technology transfer, investment mobilization, networking and industrial cooperation. Such core functions are carried out in Divisions/Offices in its Headquarters, Sub-regional Offices and Country Offices.

The Directorate of Corporate Services and Operations (COR), headed by a Managing Director, is responsible and accountable for the management of UNIDO’s human, financial and material resources, ensuring the capacity of the Organization to fulfil its mandate. The Directorate oversees a full range of corporate services to meet the support needs of the Organization, acts as a custodian for corporate management policies, and promotes a culture of cooperation, service orientation and corporate excellence throughout the Organization to deliver efficient and effective high-quality work and enable tangible impact on the ground to achieve ISID worldwide.

This position is located in the Facility Management Services under the Directorate of Corporate Services and Operations (COR/BMS). 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 G3 level the incumbent is expected to perform general support processes focusing on basic service delivery or information exchange within the organizational environment and team. His/her interventions result in the contained process impact.

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 Functions

Under the guidance of the Facility Management Officer, P-4, and close supervision of the Team Leader, G-5, and other team members, the incumbent carries out independently simple and routine tasks related to the maintenance and repair of electro-mechanical machines as well as electrical equipment.

• 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.

• Inspect and assist in the testing of the elevators and escalators and report problems in a succinctive and understandable manner to the Team Leader.

• Assist in the carrying out of the repair and maintenance of façade cleaning equipment and assist the team members in the operation of the Gondola cleaning platform.

• 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.

• 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 Workorder Platform.

• Carry out all duties with due consideration of applicable/prevailing security instructions, norms and environmental- and quality standards.

• Perform other related duties as required.

Functional Competence

• Continuously develop and maintain expertise
• Stay informed of industry trends and best practices
• Apply knowledge to improve results and decision-making
• Adopt new tools and technologies
• Take ownership of professional development

Competencies

CORE VALUES AND BEHAVIORS AND FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCE

Core Values

• Excellence – Deliver high-quality results; continuously improve performance
• Integrity – Uphold ethical standards; act transparently and responsibly
• Inclusion – Promote respect, diversity, and fairness
• Humility – Show self-awareness; value others’ contributions
• Humanity – Act with compassion; align work with sustainable development

Core Behaviors

• Connect & Collaborate - Build trust through communication and teamwork; Share knowledge and embrace diversity
• Analyse & Plan - Use data and evidence for decision-making; Plan proactively and prioritize effectively
• Deliver Results with Positive Impact - Take ownership and deliver quality outputs; Align work with UNIDO mission and objectives
• Learn and Develop - Continuously develop skills; Seek feedback and share knowledge
• Adapt and Innovate - Respond flexibly to change; Embrace innovation and new approaches

Minimum Requirements

Education:

Completed secondary education supplemented by completed apprenticeship and journeyman certificate (e.g. “Gesellenbrief”) in Electro-Mechanics, 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 Experience:

A minimum of job-related work experience as mechatronic and/or electro-mechanical technician or equivalent is required as follows:

• Completed secondary education with completed apprenticeship: at le ast 2 years of relevant experience
• First-level university degree or higher: at least 1 year of relevant experience.

Ability to use Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, e-mail, Internet, etc.. Basic knowledge in AUTOCAD is an advantage

Physical Requirements:

Good 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.

Languages:

Working knowledge of English and German.

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(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: https://careers.unido.org/

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

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