Maintenance Technician

Competition Notice Maintenance Technician The Embassy of Canada to Vietnam, Hanoi City

Position Description

Competition Number: 2020-CS-02 Position Title: Maintenance Technician Classification: GS-4 Position number: 311448 Type of Employment: Term for one year with possibility of extension Hour of work: full-time at 37.5 hours per week (start date TBC) Salary scale: Starting Salary: 205,040,899 VND per year plus one month Tet bonus and benefits, non-negotiable Closing Date: Thursday 30 July, 2020 at 17:00 (GMT+7)

Area of Selection:

This position is open to applicants eligible to work in Vietnam who meet all of the essential qualifications and whose applications are received by the closing date. Short-listed candidates should be able to participate in tests and/or interviews in Hanoi. The successful candidate will be required to relocate to Hanoi at own expense.

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Property and Materials Manager, the Maintenance Technician is responsible for the completion of general repairs in one or more of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting and specific functional maintenance (such as refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, auto/vehicle mechanics, audio-visual) duties and schedules for the Chancery, the Official Residence and all mission Crown-owned or Crown-leased assets and equipment.

The incumbent must assist with preparing preventive maintenance programs. The incumbent must also assist the Property/Materials Manager and third party vendors with the completion of various projects outside their area of expertise. The incumbent is also required to supervise and inspect work performed by contractors to ensure compliance with the Embassy’s workplace rules and the manufacturer’s specifications, in consultation with the supervisor when required.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Successful completion of compulsory schooling
Completion of technical vocational certificate in a related discipline, or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or relevant experience

Language:

Basic knowledge of English (read, write, speak)
Fluency in Vietnamese (read, write, speak)

Experience:

Minimum of two years’ experience (in the last five years) in the performance of general repairs in one OR more functional areas such as: carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical, painting or specific functional maintenance (e.g., refrigeration, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, auto/vehicle mechanics)
Experience in the supervision of contractors, employees or projects to ensure adherence to technical specifications and diligence in the performance of work

Knowledge:

General knowledge of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, painting, basic carpentry, and masonry
Knowledge of basic principles of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
Knowledge of project management principles
Knowledge of the health and safety standards required in maintenance and property-related fields
Familiarity with use of computers and mobile devices

Abilities/Competencies

Adaptability/flexibility
Client Focus
Teamwork and Cooperation
Ability to organize and prioritize work
Focus on quality and detail
Discretion
Integrity

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates who have the following asset qualifications at the moment of the application:

Knowledge of French
Experience in preparing and executing preventive maintenance programs for basic building systems
Certifications in Workplace Health and Safety Diploma from a technical secondary school
Knowledge of one or more of the following technical fields: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning.

Operational Requirements:

Must hold a valid driving license (motorcycle);
Must be available to respond in case of emergency to telephone calls which may take place after working hours and during weekends/holidays.
Ability to travel independently using a mission vehicle (motorcycle) between work sites.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Must obtain and maintain the required level of security clearance from the Government of Canada
Must meet the employer’s medical requirements by undergoing a medical evaluation by a physician
Must be able to work extended hours with minimal notice
Must be able to lift and carry loads of up to 23 kg

HOW TO APPLY & SELECTION PROCEDURE

Note that only applications received through the aforementioned email address will be accepted.

Candidates whose applications are received by the closing date and time will initially be screened on the above-defined essential qualifications specifically in the area of: education, language (English and Vietnamese), and experience.

Clear and concise written application must include an Application Cover letter (1000 words maximum) and Curriculum Vitae in English, French or Vietnamese.

The Application letter must indicate why the candidate meets the essential qualification in the areas of education, language, and experience. It is not sufficient simply to assert that one meets the requirements or to list current responsibilities.

Candidates must include the names, titles, email addresses and telephone numbers of at least three (3) references, including at least one direct supervisor, who can serve as professional references.

Any application missing any of the requested documents or requested information will be automatically rejected.

Applications must be submitted by email. The subject line of the email must include your FULL NAME (in capital letters) following by the competition number (2020-CS-02). Send your application (cover letter, CV and references) to: hanoi.competition@international.gc.ca Short listed candidates will be invited to participate in an evaluation process to further assess language, knowledge, abilities, and personal suitability which may include several of the following components:

Computerized written tests;
Interviews
Practical tests
Reference checks.

Asset criterial will also be taken into account throughout the screening process.

Only applicants invited for further assessment will be contacted. Candidates should ensure that they can be easily reached. All communication for this process will be sent by email. It is the candidate’s responsibility to ensure that the contact information provided is correct and updated.

The costs arising from participation in this selection process will be each candidates’ responsibility. The Embassy of Canada does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams, nor does it reimburse any relocation costs in the event of appointment.

The embassy of Canada does not directly or indirectly sponsor work permits and does not assist successful candidates in obtaining a residence or work permit.

The Embassy of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds irrespective of race, color, religion, gender, disability, age or sexual orientation.

The Embassy of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise, in a timely fashion, of any accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Note: Due to Covid-19, some delays may occur in the progress of this recruitment process. We are working hard to minimize any disruption.