SPECIALISED TECHNICIAN

Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization created by doctors and journalists in 1971. Today, MSF provides independent, impartial assistance in more than 60 countries to people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe, primarily due to armed conflict, epidemics, malnutrition, and exclusion from health care or natural disasters.

منظّمة أطباء بلا حدود هي منظّمة دولية طبية إنسانية تأسّست على أيدي أطباء وصحافيين في العام 1971. تقدّم المنظّمة اليوم المساعدة بشكل مستقل ومحايد في أكثر من 60 دولة حول العالم لأشخاص يحدّق بهم خطر العنف، والإهمال، والكوارث التي تتسبب بها النزاعات المسلحة بشكل أساسي، والأوبئة، وسوء التغذية، والإقصاء من الرعاية الصحية والكوارث الطبيعية

MSF-Belgium is currently seeking to hire a SPECIALIZED TECHNICIAN

Main Purpose

Performing autonomously, specific complex / advanced installation, maintenance works and repairs depending on technician’s specialization (requiring special/qualifications/training), according to supervisor’s instructions and MSF standards and procedures, in order to ensure a proper functioning and maintenance of MSF equipment, installations and infrastructures

Accountabilities

•          Performing autonomously, all necessary complex / advanced installations, maintenance and repairs (i.e. requiring special qualifications/training), according to the supervisor’s instructions and executes any needed tests after any repair or maintenance. Including the following functions: 

•          Qualified Electrician

•          Qualified Mechanic

•          Biomed Technician

•          Making suggestions regarding any repair or maintenance work needed in MSF electrical installations, equipment and/or vehicles and assisting logistics department for any relative work needed.

•          Managing the stock of consumable items, filling in the stock cards, carrying out physical stock inventories, executing orders necessary for renewing stock, avoiding any shortage.

•          Responsible for the equipment and tools, including extinguishers, checking they are correctly and safely used, maintaining and renewing them when necessary and keeping the inventory updated.

•          Keeping working area clean and tidy.

•          Ensuring that all record sheets and books related to logistical maintenance are always completed. Preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.

•          Immediately informing the line manager of any problems that arise in the course of the work, particularly with regard to damage, loss, theft or attempted break-ins

•          Working in collaboration with other specialised technicians and workers, if necessary, or managing a small team of workers.

MSF Section/Context Specific Accountabilities

·       Mechanical Equipment Maintenance include, Monitor, inspect, and maintain mechanical equipment to ensure proper functioning for air compressors, water pumps, sewage pumps,

·       Regularly check and service generators to ensure they are in good working condition

·       Diagnose and repair mechanical faults in equipment promptly to minimize downtime

·       Perform routine checks, maintenance, and repairs on all mechanical equipment

·       Monitor and maintain electrical power sources to ensure continuous and reliable operation.

·       Inspect and service solar power systems to ensure optimal performance.

·       Regularly check and maintain uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems in hospital settings.

·       Inspect, maintain, and repair electrical connections and panels to ensure safety and efficiency.

·       Diagnose and repair electrical faults promptly to minimize downtime.

·       Ensure all maintenance activities comply with safety regulations and standards.

·       Work closely with other technicians and departments to ensure smooth operations.

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Education

Essential diploma or recognized formal training in the assigned technical area

Experience

•          Demonstrate experience in his/her technical area (minimum 2 years’ experience)

•          Essential at least two years previous working experience. Desirable in MSF or other NGOs

•          Arabic Language (English a plus)

•          Computer skills

This job description may be amended in line with the activities or evolution of the Mission.

Interested candidates should fill in the following form and attach there their CV, Motivation Letter, Copies of diplomas and work certificates, References:

SPECIALIZED TECHNICIAN

Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. In the event of a large number of applications being received, given the urgency of filling the position, MSF reserves the right to consider only the first applications in order of receipt or to close the vacancy before the initial closing date.