Overview
At CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers probe the fundamental structure of the universe using world\'s largest and most complex scientific instruments. They study the basic constituents of matter that are collided at high energy to explore the laws of nature.
Introduction: Are you a hands-on technician with proven experience in scaffolding and mechanical coordination? Do you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where engineers and technicians from multiple fields work together to achieve extraordinary goals? If so, this is your opportunity to contribute directly to some of the world\'s most fascinating scientific operations.
As Technical Responsible for Scaffolding Services and Activity Coordinator, you will be responsible for a major scaffolding service contract and coordinate technical interventions in the Antiproton Decelerator (AD) complex.
This goes beyond a coordination role: as an experimental area coordinator, you will work side by side with world-leading scientists and engineers, overseeing technical interventions and service contracts to help keep CERN\'s facilities running safely and reliably at the forefront of discovery.
Responsibilities
* Gather scaffolding user requirements, evaluate potential solutions, and provide expert advice on the most appropriate options, ensuring that all structures comply with CERN\'s safety regulations in collaboration with safety officers when needed.
* Act as the main scaffolding technical interface for users, contributing to the selection and validation of technical solutions (including specifications, designs and alternatives).
* Coordinate a small team working closely with the scaffolding service provider.
* Supervise and follow up on installation, maintenance, and upgrade activities in beamlines and installations as an experimental area coordinator.
* When required, actively participate in hands-on installation, maintenance, and adjustment of beamlines under the responsibility of the Experimental Areas Group, including interventions on LHC forward detectors.
* Ensure all necessary safety measures are implemented during on-site activities.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: Higher technical diploma or equivalent relevant experience in mechanical engineering or a related field. (French equivalent: diplôme de technicien supérieur) or a related field. SFECE certification (French Scaffolding and Formwork Association) or equivalent would be an asset.
Experience:
* Coordinating on-site work activities with various external contractors.
* Inspecting multidirectional scaffolding in compliance with safety standards.
* Managing the technical aspects of a service contract.
* Installing scaffolding in complex, delicate, and sensitive environments.
* Creating and reviewing models using 3D CAD software.
* Inspection of fixed and mobile scaffolding structures.
* Coordination and safety aspects in the context of Works and Services Supervision (WSS).
Knowledge and Technical Competencies:
* GANTT (Microsoft Project), CATIA 3D CAD software; training in scaffolding and/or 3D CAD software will be provided when necessary.
* Safety conformity assessment and knowledge of personal protective equipment.
* Specification and follow-up of technical aspects of a contract; integration of mechanical systems; assembly of mechanical structures and equipment.
Behavioural Competencies:
* Working in teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.
* Managing self: working autonomously; taking initiative beyond regular tasks and making things happen.
* Demonstrating flexibility: willing to work on different projects simultaneously.
* Solving problems: producing workable and timely solutions that meet requirements.
* Communicating effectively: ensuring that information, procedures and decisions are appropriately documented.
Language Skills: Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
Additional Information
Eligibility and closing date: CERN values diversity and welcomes applications from all Member States and Associate Member States. This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible; applications should normally reach us no later than 10.10.2025 at 23:59 CEST.
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
* This position involves work in Radiation Areas, interventions in underground installations, a valid driving licence, and potential work during nights, Sundays and official holidays as required.
* Exposure to risk of falling from heights during scaffolding assembly and dismantling operations.
* Medical clearance required before a contract offer is confirmed due to occupational health risks.
Job grade: 3-4
Job reference: BE-EA-DC-2025-185-LD
Benchmark Job Title: Mechanical Technician
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