Occupational Safety Assistant - Temporary Hire

This is a temporary position that needs to be filled urgently and is subject to taxation in accordance with the applicable laws of the Host Nation.

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking highly motivated individuals for our Total Safety Branch within the Directorate Operational Airworthiness and Total Safety in support of facilitating the NAEW&C Force’s Occupational Safety Health Management System (OSH-MS) while assisting the Occupational Safety Engineer. Your contribution will directly affect the output of the Branch performance and accomplishment, and, additionally, will influence decisions to obligate resources of the organization.

The ideal candidate will have higher secondary education and completed vocational training as a minimum, and will bring profound and comprehensive professional experience related to subject field alongside with supervisory skills and the ability to brief various audiences. Additionally, they have certification/knowledge as Occupational Safety Specialist and Radiation Protection Officer in accordance with applicable Host Nation regulations and acts. A good command of both English and German languages is essential coupled with adequate knowledge of Automatic Data Processing (ADP) systems including advanced knowledge in Databases.

Experience within an international/military environment, knowledge of the occupational safety hazards related to aircraft operation, maintenance and repair activities will be considered as an advantage. Further formal training and certifications relevant to the subject field/assigned duties will be considered as a highly valuable asset (Examples: further certification in Radiation, Auditor/Lead Auditor, Risk/Quality/Project Management, Trainer etc.)

WHY TO WORK FOR US?

By joining our organization, you will be part of a multi-national team while working towards NATO`s common goal of safeguarding peace and promoting democratic values for over a billion people. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism, where every individual’s work makes a difference and have a meaningful impact on the mission and operation of the alliance. If this resonates you, we encourage you to apply.

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YOUR ROLE

As part of the OSH-MS, assigned duties include but are not limited to:

• Accomplish a wide variety of OSH functions and support the Occupational Safety Engineer and provide subject matter expertise in each of the areas of the OSH-MS;
• Provide administrative support to the Occupational Safety (OS) section;
• Conducting OSH work accident & incident analyses and investigations;
• Perform OSH risk assessments, audits, and inspections;
• Administer OSH training and briefings;
• Maintain databases and conduct surveys/measurements;
• Manage publicity and Intranet content;
• Oversee Event Management System tasks;
• Supervise secondary safety staff;
• Collaborate with internal/external stakeholders in OSH related matters;
• Assist with radiation protection (radioactive materials, cosmic and laser radiation);
• Support Environmental Protection in hazardous materials and waste disposal tasks;
• Act as the alternate Occupational Safety Engineer;
• As assigned, perform other duties, sometimes complex and non-routine, in a variety of environments.

YOUR TEAM

The Directorate of Operational Airworthiness and Total Safety is responsible for the development of the policy for, and oversight of, the Force’s Operational Airworthiness Programme and the Force`s Safety and Risk Management Systems. The Total Safety Branch is responsible for the development of policy for, and oversight of the Aviation Safety (AS), Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) and Environmental Protection (EP) Safety Management Systems (SMS).

YOUR SKILLS

• Analytical thinking, resourceful and problem-solving mindset;
• Ethical thinking in applying solutions coupled with the ability to work in accordance with local instructions and processes;
• Ability to brief, mentor and/or influence others;
• Integrity, self-drive and ability to work in a complex environment with minimum supervision.

HOW TO APPLY

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Click here (NATO - NATO Vacancies) to apply directly via the Talent Requisition Platform. After creating a candidate account, select the job title you are applying for and complete the application form which includes a pre-screening questionnaire.

 To learn more about the NAEW&C Force, click here: NATO AWACS | Home

SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION

Please attach any documentation (proof of highest education, diplomas, certificates, testimonials etc.) that you consider to be particularly relevant to the qualification requirements specified in this advertisement. Any documentation submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by at least an unofficial translation. Please note that upon taking up duties, candidates will be asked to provide original certificates of their education and professional experience as relevant for this vacancy.

CONTRACT

The successful candidate will fill this post as a TEMPORARY HIRE and will be offered a limited duration contract of six-months.. In accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations, temporary staff may not be employed more than six months for the same assignment, however, if later required, contracts may be extended for another period of up to six months.

SALARY/BENEFITS

Salary values indicated in this vacancy notice are based on NATO`S Single Salary Spine scale and is subject to taxation.

Temporary staff are covered by a benefits package which consists of pension contributions by the Organization (12% of basic salary), medical and accident benefits (death and invalidity) provided under the NATO Group Insurance contract, and paid leave of 2.5 days per month worked. 

TEST/INTERVIEW

Our recruitment team will provide further guidance for invited candidates.

IMPORTANT REMARKS

In view of the nature and urgency of the temporary positions, it is important for candidates to be available for temporary employment on short notice. In practice this implies either being in possession of valid NATO Security Clearance at the time of the application or having been in possession of such a clearance with the possibility to reactivate it swiftly.  Accordingly, candidates meeting this requirement will be given priority consideration.