Site Maintenance (Plumber) – WFP
Job Description
| Organization | United Nations World Food Programme |
| Job Title | Site Maintenance (Plumber) SC-1 based in Khartoum (161741) |
| Requisition ID | 161741 |
| Location | Sudan – Khartoum |
| Posted Date | 26 April 2022 |
| Closing date | 10 May 2022 |
WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.
Would you like to join WFP Sudan’s Administration Services team and enable the delivery of professional, client-focused services to WFP clients and contribute to changing and saving the lives of the most vulnerable people in Sudan? If yes, this opportunity is for you.
At WFP, we are looking for motivated a Site Maintenance Plumber for our Khartoum office to support the office operations and to be hired on a Service Contract at the SC-1 level.
ABOUT WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme is the world’s largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to help the world achieve Zero Hunger in our lifetimes. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply, please create a personal account and fill out the profile form with your personal information at http://www1.wfp.org/careers/job-openings. If you are an internal applicant, apply through your E-Recruitment profile.
In the application form, ensure to fill the mandatory sections, attach your CV, answer the pre-screening questions, and agree on the legal statement before submitting your application.
Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis on account of potential and performance. All applicants will undergo a rigorous process which includes screening against job requirements, a technical test, and a panel interview.
TALENTED WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
We look for applicants with the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian values. We commit to promoting diversity, gender parity, and equality between men and women.
WFP strives to build a work environment that is safe and respectful, and free of sexual harassment and abuse of authority. We believe in open communication, and every individual at WFP is treated with respect regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religious and political beliefs, etc.
In this pursuit, WFP assists women to balance work exigencies with personal and family responsibilities by providing an attractive compensation package, including fully paid maternity leave for 16 weeks of breastfeeding time off, and the possibility to avail of flexible working arrangements. Also, we endeavor to provide our staff, women, and men, with training and professional career development opportunities.
JOB PURPOSE
To support site maintenance services in providing Plumbing and other related manual work, to ensure WFP premises are well-organized, kept in a clean & hygienic condition, and are in compliance with the established standards.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
The staff member will work under the direct supervision of the (Facilities Manager).
- Carry out all plumbing repairs within the office, Workshop, and warehouse premises including works in the restrooms, utility area (water treatment plant, sewage tank, water storage tanks), and external works;
- Replacement of flushing mechanism in water closets, water closet ball valves;
- Repairs leaking/dripping taps; water closets etc., tightening of valves;
- Provision of drain sink/wash basin plugs;
- Clearing of airlock and elimination of blockages in sewage and wastewater lines; wash-hand basins; bathtubs and shower trays;
- Washing of water storage tanks (The Contractor shall submit a schedule of maintenance for this activity covering a period of 12 months to WFP within 5 five days of execution of the LTA);
- Replacement of faulty float switch as may be necessary from time to time;
- Replacement of interception valves (gate valves; stop corks etc.);
- Chisel block wall to expose leaking water pipes etc. and return the wall to its initial stage;
- Maintain all existing plumbing installations using the necessary tools and rectify plumbing issues as may occur;
- Ensure all plumbing networks are in good working condition and all conveniences are functioning well.
STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- This vacancy is open to qualified Sudanese Nationals Only;
- Completion of secondary school education is an asset;
- At least one year of experience in providing general maintenance services and support. Experience in a field office environment is desirable;
- Fluency (level C) in English and Arabic languages are essential for this position.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS:
- Knowledge of basic office and maintenance equipment and their use.
- Ability to operate and maintain equipment and supplies related to work in a good working condition.
- Ability to work in all weather conditions and meet deadlines.
- High sense of responsibility and initiative.
- Punctuality, honesty, and integrity.
- Ability to work in a multicultural environment.
- Ability to work in a team.
Qualified female applicants are especially encouraged to apply
- This position is open to ONLY Sudanese nationals and those authorized to live and work in Sudan according to Sudanese regulations (please attach a valid work permit to your application).WFP does not charge any fee at any stage of its recruitment process.WFP has zero-tolerance for discrimination and does not discriminate on the basis of HIV/AIDS status.
Deadline for application:
Closing date: 10 May 2022
