Documentation and CMMS technician (EN-CV-CES-2025-4-LD)

Company Description

At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature. Find out more on http://home.cern

Job Description

Introduction

The Engineering Department (EN) pushes forward the limits of technology to provide innovative research tools to the physics and engineering worldwide community. Within the Cooling and Ventilation (CV) group of the EN department, you will join the Methods, Store and Electrical Section (CES), which oversees the development of maintenance procedures, implementation of computerized maintenance management (CMMS), documentation management, accounting and budget reporting, spare parts store management, and electrical works.  

Are you a qualified and proactive technician specializing in documentation management and CMMS, ready to contribute to a unique working environment at the heart of one of the world's most complex and exciting scientific experiments? If so, this opportunity is for you. 

In this role, you will provide comprehensive support to the Group, ensuring smooth operations in all areas of responsibility, including documentation management and CMMS. You will take the lead in managing documentation processes and the electronic documentation management system (EDMS) while you will collaborate closely with a CMMS specialist, who will oversee the CMMS area. 

Functions

You will: 

• Update and maintain the Group’s technical documentation, including reviewing, creating, revising and organizing documentation.

• Manage and configure the group’s electronic documentation management system (EDMS), and its integration with the CMMS.

• Propose and implement improvements to enhance the EDMS, documentation management and CMMS processes.

• Develop and maintain procedures to ensure effective, standardized documentation management and optimal use of the EDMS and CMMS systems.

• Prepare and deliver training for the Group’s users on the EDMS and documentation systems.

• Configure and manage user access to the EDMS, CMMS, file storage systems, and email mailing lists through dedicated IT systems.

• Occasionally assist with budget reporting and follow-up tasks during staff absences

Qualifications

Higher technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in the field of electromechanics / mechanics or a related field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in the use of documentation and information management systems, 
• Demonstrated experience in the use of CMMS (or EAM) systems. 

Following experience would be assets: 

• Initial experience in maintenance methods, 
• Initial experience in any of the following systems: ventilation, compressed air production, air conditioning, cooling systems or low-voltage electrical equipment. 

Technical competencies:

• Configuration and use of information management systems
• Use of office software packages
• Maintenance management: use of maintenance management systems
• Information and documentation management.

Behavioural competencies:

• Demonstrating Flexibility:
  • Readily accepting new tasks or work/projects;
  • Readily absorbing new techniques and working practices; proposing new or improved ways of working;
  • Demonstrating openness to new ideas and situations;
• Managing Self:
  • Working well autonomously; taking on activities and tasks without prompting
• Achieving Results:
  • Objectively assessing and monitoring own work; regularly reporting on progress and advising of any changes in schedule or priorities;
  • Having a structured and organised approach towards work; being able to set priorities and plan tasks with results in mind;
• Working in Teams:
  • Building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships;
  • Gaining trust and collaboration from others.

Language skills:

Spoken and written English: ability to understand and speak in professional contexts (level B1 min). Willingness to learn and improve French (mandatory - courses provided by CERN). 

Ability to draw up technical texts in one of the two languages would be an asset. 

Additional Information

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 16/02/2025 at 23:45 CET

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (5 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Job Flexibility: Fully Onsite

This position involves:

• Work in Radiation Areas.
• Interventions in underground installations.
• A valid driving licence.

When required by the needs of the Organization:

• Work during nights, Sundays and official holidays,
• Stand-by duty.

Job grade: 3-4

Job reference: EN-CV-CES-2025-4-LD

Field of work: Cooling and Ventilation

Benchmark Job Title: Mechanical Technician

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