UNDP Jobs - 106253- Generator Technician

Generator Technician

Location :

Monrovia, LIBERIA

Type of Contract :

NPSA (Short-Term)

Starting Date :

25-May-2022

Application Deadline :

02-May-22 (Midnight New York, USA)

Post Level :

NPSA-4

Duration of Initial Contract :

6Months

Languages Required :

English

Expected Duration of Assignment :

6Months

UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence. UNDP does not tolerate sexual exploitation and abuse, any kind of harassment, including sexual harassment, and discrimination. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks.

Background

UNDP/BUILDING FACILITIES MAINTENANCE UNIT/ONE UN HOUSE LIBERIA

The Liberia “One UN House” initiative is a product of different analyses and debates since 2013 pertaining to the smooth withdrawal of the UNMIL and the peaceful political transition in Liberia. Since 2013, the UNCT has taken steps to put in place dynamic coordination mechanisms that will ensure efficiency and complementarity among various UN Agencies through the concept of “delivering as One” in the implementation of their mandates.

16 UN Agencies and International Organizations comprised of 650 staff in Liberia are co-located in One UN shared common premises. The One UN House facilitates active collaboration, generated efficiencies across agencies, enhanced technology integration and offered a safe environment to work together by sharing the same complex.

Under the guidance and supervision of the Deputy Resident Representative Operations , the One UN

House manager is responsible for supporting the delivery of operational support for management and administration of One UN House in Monrovia.

Building and Facilities Management Unit provides operational services for agencies to focus on their mandates and programmes.

One UN House Manager heads the unit and provides overall and daily management of Common Services falling under BFMU areas of responsibility as specified below. The One UN House Manager through Building Facilities Management Unit is responsible for the proper functioning of common services provided to all UN Agencies located in PAP Compound. Currently, BFMU is composed of two international UNV staff headed by One UN House Manager being also an international UNV and supported by national technical support staff.

BFMU’s objective is to provide operational support in the areas categorized in four main groups, as demonstrated below.

Duties and Responsibilities

Scope of Work

Repair electrical faults in generators, alternators, pumps, electric motors and low voltage switchboards as well as read and interprets mechanical drawings.
Take Daily fuel tank recordings,refuel generators,Monitor all working generators automatically through a digital synchronize system daily.
Carry out a 250 hours maintenance on each generator when due and keep track of maintenance records and ensure all work is performed to quality standards and customer expectations.
Efficiently establish an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to accomplish a goal.
Provide lists of spare parts for diesel engines, control panels and required tools and equipment and ensure the use of spare parts in the most effective and productive manner
Perform emergency repairs of generators,Install and maintain the generator wiring, electric motors and machines,handle responsibilities of maintaining logs, records and various files related to technical information

Perform any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor and/or One UN House Manager

Competencies

Achieve Results:	LEVEL 1: Plans and monitors own work, pays attention to details, delivers quality work by deadline
Think Innovatively:	LEVEL 1: Open to creative ideas/known risks, is pragmatic problem solver, makes improvements
Learn Continuously:	LEVEL 1: Open minded and curious, shares knowledge, learns from mistakes, asks for feedback
Adapt with Agility:	LEVEL 1: Adapts to change, constructively handles ambiguity/uncertainty, is flexible
Act with Determination:	LEVEL 1: Shows drive and motivation, able to deliver calmly in face of adversity, confident
Engage and Partner:	LEVEL 1: Demonstrates compassion/understanding towards others, forms positive relationships
Enable Diversity and Inclusion:	LEVEL 1: Appreciate/respect differences, aware of unconscious bias, confront discrimination

Required Skills and Experience

-High School certificate-Technical or Vocational Training

Volvo, Cummins and John Deere Engines
Must be familiar with operating and maintenance manuals and other literature relating to One UN House generators (currently Volvo Penta, Cummins 500 kVa and John Deere 250 KVA) to ensure all necessary steps are taken to keep them in good running order and maximize their useful lives
Must have the ability to perform complete installation/repair/replacement of engine and alternator components on generators of 500 and 250 KVA.
Must have demonstrated advance technical knowledge in solving complex problems related to existing electrical and new installations.
Must be able to accurately interpret prints, schematics and manufactures technical documents.
Should have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively relevant work experience in the field of generator maintenance, electrical engineering or power maintenance.
Should have field experience in UNDP, peacekeeping or similar field (exploration).
Knowledge in computer use and other software ranging from word processing and spreadsheets
Should be able to programme deep sea controls (8610,7320) and have practical knowledge of troubleshooting of the control systems
Electrical installations