Building Management System (BMS) Operator (24/7) (2 posts + reserve list)

Job title:

Building Management System (BMS) Operator (24/7) (2 posts + reserve list)

Company:

NATO

Job description

“This post requires participation in a 24/7 shifts including nights and weekends.”1. SUMMARYThe Executive Management (EM) Division has the lead role in the overall management of the NATO HQ. The EM Division covers the following directorates: HQ Support and Transformation (EM-HQST), Human Resources (EM-HR), and Information Communication, and Technology Management (EM-ICTM).Within the EM-HQST directorate, the role of Infrastructure and Facilities Management (IFM) is to support NATO’s political and decision-making processes by managing and maintaining the NATO Headquarters site. IFM provides the International Staff (IS), International Military Staff (IMS), national Delegations, Partners, independent bodies and all others accommodated at NATO Headquarters, with facility management services. IFM is responsible for the overall management, supervision and technical and financial control of all in-sourced and out-sourced facility, maintenance, transportation and logistics services, major and minor investment projects and asset and inventory management in support of NATO Headquarters functions.Under the direction and guidance of the Building Management System (BMS) Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the operation of the NATO Headquarters’ BMS, ensuring the continual monitoring and oversight of all technical and building section activities. The incumbent is responsible for performing daily building performance audits and analyses and providing diagnostic solutions to indicated faults. They participate in the planning and execution of BMS maintenance and repair operations with external service providers. The incumbent must participate in a 24/7 shift role including working during night shifts and weekends.2. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCEESSENTIALThe incumbent must:

• possess a higher secondary-level diploma in electrical, electronic or Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) systems or equivalent level of qualification;
• have at least three years’ experience in the control of a centralised management system combined with a good knowledge of the working principles of all technical installations connected to the BMS, especially electrical installations, HVAC installations, plumbing and elevators;
• demonstrate the capacity to perform first-line troubleshooting and to report accurately on the nature of a technical problem;
• be capable of interpreting engineering drawings and technical manuals;
• be capable of operating BMS software and operating systems;
• possess the ability to quickly learn and adapt to changing technology;
• be competent with standard office software (e.g. MS Excel, Word and Outlook);
• possess the following minimum levels of NATO’s official languages (English/French): V (“Advanced”) in one; I (“Beginner”) in the other;
• be flexible to work outside of normal office hours when required;
• be prepared to work in 24/7 shifts.

DESIRABLEThe following would be considered an advantage:

• experience working in 24/7 shift roles;
• a specialised training in the installation and control of technical installations through a BMS or a bachelor’s degree relevant for the position;
• at least 5 years’ experience in the control of a centralised management system;
• good IT knowledge.

3. MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIESProject ManagementUnder the supervision and overall guidance of the BMS Supervisor, operate the BMS and monitor all building activities of the HQ. Provide the BMS Supervisor with planned preventive maintenance schedules for the system. Program the BMS and other facilities systems (e.g. standby power generator, fire alarm system, etc.) for automatic, periodic testing and improvements. Participate in specific events such as Ministerials, even outside of standard office hours.Information ManagementPerform daily auditing of building performance by utilising the facilities built on the BMS (e.g. data logging, building review, alarm manager status, etc.).Planning and ExecutionParticipate in a duty role to provide 24/7 support on site including weekends. Work outside business hours and take all requests for Facilities Management across the entire chain of activities, including BMS, Building, Technical and Electronic Security System (ESS) requests. Analyse the behaviour of the buildings with respect to the set point and establish the various control parameters associated with the BMS. Participate in the effective management of stock, assuring its restocking as appropriate. Hastily evaluate and deal with alarms or technical malfunctions while under pressure.Stakeholder ManagementAs required, support the BMS Section in the organisation, quality control, inspection, monitoring, and validation of works executed by external service providers. Maintain regular contact with the other Sections within IFM.Expertise DevelopmentAnalyse reasons of building failure and provide specific diagnostic solutions. Assist the BMS Supervisor in the annual assessment of the state of the installations.Perform any other related duty as assigned.4. INTERRELATIONSHIPSThe incumbent reports directly to the BMS Supervisor and monitors and validates the works executed by external providers. They work closely with the ESS team and other IFM technical and building section support teams.Direct reports: N/aIndirect reports: N/a.5. COMPETENCIESThe incumbent must demonstrate:

• Achievement: Works to meet standards;
• Analytical Thinking: Breaks down problems;
• Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems;
• Flexibility: Acts with flexibility;
• Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation;
• Organisational Commitment: Supports the Organization;
• Self-Control: Responds calmly;
• Teamwork: Cooperates.

6. CONTRACTContract to be offered to the successful applicant (if non-seconded): Definite duration contract of three years’ duration; possibility of an indefinite duration contract thereafter.Contract clause applicable:
In accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations, the successful candidate will receive a definite duration contract of three years, which may be followed by an indefinite duration contract.If the successful applicant is seconded from the national administration of one of NATO’s member States, a 3-year definite duration contract will be offered, which may be renewed for a further period of up to 3 years subject to the agreement of the national authority concerned. The maximum period of service in the post as a seconded staff member is six years.Serving staff will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations.7. USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING APPLICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROCESSPlease note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries. Applications must be submitted using e-recruitment system, as applicable:

• For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (

); * For all other applications: www.nato.int/recruitmentBefore you apply to any position, we encourage you to and watch our video providing 6 tips to prepare you for your application and recruitment process.Do you have questions on the application process in the system and not sure how to proceed? for a video containing the information you need to successfully submit your application on time.More information about the recruitment process and conditions of employment, can be found at our website (http://www.nato.int/cps/en/natolive/recruit-hq-e.htm)Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate), approval of the candidate’s medical file by the NATO Medical Adviser, verification of your study(ies) and work experience, and the successful completion of the accreditation and notification process by the relevant authorities.NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating tools. NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools. All applications prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.8. ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONNATO is committed to diversity and inclusion, and strives to provide equal access to employment, advancement and retention, independent of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, cultural background, sexual orientation, and disability. NATO welcomes applications of nationals from all member Nations, and strongly encourages women to apply.Building Integrity is a key element of NATO’s core tasks. As an employer, NATO values commitment to the principles of integrity, transparency and accountability in accordance with international norms and practices established for the defence and related security sector. Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote good governance through ongoing efforts in their work.Due to the broad interest in NATO and the large number of potential candidates, telephone or e-mail enquiries cannot be dealt with.Applicants who are not successful in this competition may be offered an appointment to another post of a similar nature, albeit at the same or a lower grade, provided they meet the necessary requirements.The nature of this position may require the staff member at times to be called upon to travel for work and/or to work outside normal office hours.The organization offers several work-life policies including Teleworking and Flexible Working arrangements (Flexitime) subject to business requirements.Please note that the International Staff at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium is a non-smoking environment.For information about the NATO Single Salary Scale (Grading, Allowances, etc.) please visit our . Detailed data is available under the Salary and Benefits tab.

Expected salary

Location

Bruxelles

Job date

Fri, 08 Nov 2024 05:28:39 GMT

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