Assistant(e) à l'entretien des sites (SC-4) - Beni, Rép. dem du Congo
Organizational Context
The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives and building a pathway to peace and prosperity. WFP uses food assistance to combat hunger and support recovery from conflict, disasters, and extreme weather. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a high-performing, supportive work environment.
Job Purpose
The Site Maintenance Assistant (SC-4) in Beni, DRC, will support the Facilities Management Officer in maintaining and repairing electrical and plumbing systems across WFP facilities. This role is crucial for ensuring a safe, comfortable, and reliable working environment. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance of equipment like generators, water pumps, and heaters, supervising external service providers, managing spare parts inventory, and maintaining accurate records of work performed and materials used. The incumbent will also contribute to asset management and reporting, ensuring compliance with WFP procedures and standards.
Responsibilities
The Site Maintenance Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the operational integrity and safety of World Food Programme (WFP) facilities. This position involves a comprehensive range of skilled maintenance and repair services, focusing primarily on electrical and plumbing systems within various WFP premises. The assistant is responsible for the installation, routine maintenance, and repair of electrical equipment and appliances, including wiring and distribution networks, to uphold a secure and reliable working environment. Additionally, they will perform regular and ad-hoc installations, repairs, and maintenance on plumbing systems, adhering to current safety standards. A key responsibility includes the upkeep and repair of generators, ensuring their continuous functionality. The role also entails supporting and technically supervising external service providers during major installation or repair operations. Accurate record-keeping is vital, including maintaining an inventory of spare parts, managing stock levels, and documenting all repair work and material usage. This involves updating inventory databases and ensuring proper disposal of equipment. The assistant will also contribute to evaluating necessary repairs, comparing material costs, and assisting in planning future preventive maintenance. This position requires a proactive approach, initiative, and the ability to manage tasks efficiently with minimal supervision, ensuring all activities align with WFP's procedures and policies.
Work Experience
The role requires at least four years of proven professional experience in planning and executing specialized installation, maintenance, and repair work for electrical equipment. Experience in generator repair and maintenance is also necessary. The candidate should demonstrate increasing levels of responsibility in these areas.
Skills
Electrical installation and repair, Plumbing installation and repair, Generator maintenance and repair, Preventive maintenance, Inventory management, Technical supervision, Report writing, Budgeting and cost comparison, Stock management, Data entry and record keeping