Mechanic

Doctors Without Borders   (Buea Sand Pit)

Posted : 18 September, 2020

Category : Service Maintenance   Location : Buea Sand Pit

Job type : Full Time

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Doctors Without Borders is an international non-governmental medical association providing assistance to populations in distress, to victims of natural or man-made disasters and to victims of armed conflict irrespective of race, religion, creed or political convictions. We observe neutrality and impartiality in the name of universal medical ethics and the right to humanitarian assistance and claim full and unhindered freedom in the exercise of our functions.

 

Related with our activities we are looking for Mechanic

 

Working locations: BUEA – with movements between Mamfe, Kumba,

Type of contract: Fixed Term

Salary: According to the organisation´s Salary Grid – Level 5

 

Main Purpose

Performing autonomously, complex / advanced servicing, maintenance and repair of DWB vehicles and other engines according to DWB standards and procedures, in order to ensure vehicles are in perfect running conditions.

 

Principal Tasks

·         Performing autonomously and ensuring, all necessary complex / advanced maintenance and repair of DWB vehicles and mechanical equipment to ensure they are in perfect condition for their use. This includes the following tasks :

·         Performing maintenance according to the instructions in the logbook, ensuring all type of services to all vehicles are done on time (i.e. mini A, medium B and full C, and special services referred in logbook when possible).

·         Testing all vehicles after each service is concluded and before it is handed back to its driver

·         Keeping record of vehicle’s driver remarks, and carrying out repairs if needed (vehicles and other mechanical equipment) and filling in service, repair or vehicle log book. Reporting to the line manager any problem related to DWB vehicles

·         In the case of a breakdown, making a diagnosis, informing the line manager and after approval carrying out any complex / advanced repairs needed.

·         Following up the validity of all documents (annual inspections, insurance or any other required documents)

·         Assisting in the briefing or training of drivers regarding vehicle services and maintenance

·         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 maintenance are always completed and preparing needed reports before and after any repair or required maintenance.

·        transporting authorized goods and passengers in a DWB vehicle, ensuring its technical and safety conditions and respecting the country's traffic rules and DWB security rules, in order to provide a safe, smooth and efficient service

Education

 

Required Qualifications

·        Essential diploma in mechanics or related studies.

·        Driving license categories (C & D) and unconscious competence in mechanic.

·        Demonstrable mechanical experience. (Minimum 2 years experience)

·        Essential experience with specific vehicles to use (4x4)

·        Desirable experience in Doctors Without Borders or other NGOs

·        Essential English and local language (Pidgin)

·        Competences: Results and Quality Orientation; Teamwork and Cooperation; Behavioural Flexibility; Commitment to our Principles; Stress Management.

 

All applications (CV, cover letter, diplomas, working certificates, telephone number, etc.) must be sent by email to the following address: msfe-cameroon-recruitment@barcelona.msf.org mentioning on the subject: BUMEC200916 Mechanic or else be submitted at DWB Office, Westminster suit, Sandpit, Buea, in a sealed envelop Ref: BUMEC200916 Mechanic addressed to Doctors Without Borders - HR Department.

 

Deadline for the reception of applications:  23^th September 2020

 

NB: No applications will be accepted after the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application documents are non-returnable; please do not submit original documents. Writing tests and interviews will be done in our offices after the selection of the applications

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