Fleet Mechanic

2 weeks ago

Basra, Basra, Iraq Norwegian People's Aid Norsk Folkehjelp Full time 20,000 - 60,000 per year
Job purpose:

The Fleet Mechanic shall be responsible for the regular servicing and required maintenance of the NPA vehicle fleet & generators of NPA offices in South (Basra).

Responsibilities:

The main responsibilities shall include the following:

  • Work within the framework of NPA core values
  • Act as an ambassador for NPA, through professionalism and conduct
  • Adhere to all NPA policies, regulations and procedures
  • Daily, weekly and monthly planning for the servicing/maintenance of the NPA fleet & generators in Basra, Muthanna and Thi Qar offices.
  • Ensure that servicing is carried out as per manufacturer's manuals and instructions.
  • Ensure that only original parts and lubricants are used or fitted.
  • Complete job cards and paperwork for recording all services carried out.
  • Perform routine preventative maintenance checks in coordination with authorized drivers.
  • Report to the Fleet Officer/ Sr.Logistics Officer any mis-use or damage caused to NPA vehicles due to the negligence of the driver/s or any accidents not reported by the driver.
  • Report any major faults found during servicing and seek solutions with guidance from the Fleet Officer / Sr.Logistics Officer.
  • Ensure that the fleet vehicle is in full roadworthy condition before releasing from workshop.
  • Assist the Fleet Officer in planning and organizing the servicing and maintenance of office generators.
  • Keep workshop area clean and tidy and ensure that all tools and equipment are kept in good condition.
Required qualifications:

Must have:

  • Recognised Mechanic qualifications or equivalent.
  • Certificated driving licence (National)

Desirable:

  • Basic English
  • Previous work with a Toyota workshop OR UN/ NGO fleet management team.
Experience:

Must have:

  • 5 years' experience servicing/maintaining diesel engines & vehicles, Toyota Land Cruisers and other Toyota vehicles.

Desirable:

  • Experience with Perkins generators & 4x4 vehicles.
  • Verbal proficiency in Arabic
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Good communication and understanding skills
  • Able to work effectively under stressful situations, & adapt to, difficult conditions
  • Willingness & ability to travel within the country
Personal Competencies:
  • Ability to function under pressure.
  • Good interpersonal skills.
  • Good communication, negotiation and problem-solving skills

About the Recruitment Process

We work continuously for more diversity and inclusion throughout Norwegian People's Aid. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.  

Please note, that only applications submitted through our career site will be considered. Applications and resumes sent via e-mail will not be reviewed.

We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA's Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy and Anti-Corruption Policy, before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct. All policies related to ethics can be found on our website.

We look forward to hearing from you