Summary of Duties:
The position is a senior working-level position of the Common Services Program. Under the direction of the DMCO and in conjunction with the ARAF Regional Maintenance Officer, the role provides expert engineering advice and oversees property management for crown-owned and leased assets/buildings. It includes planning and supervising renovations, installations, and preventive maintenance programs; managing contracts, staff, and budgets; and ensuring regulatory compliance. The position recommends and supervises the replacement of major equipment (e.g., chillers, boilers, generators), evaluates technical feasibility, and maintains records and drawings. It also administers property services, analyzes operational costs for budgeting, and coordinates repairs and maintenance. Responsibilities extend to scheduling tradesmen, maintaining records of mission and HQ-financed projects, oversight of subordinates and collaboration across departments to ensure efficient property operations and long-term asset sustainability.
Duties
- Recommends the replacement of major plant and equipment as required including site preparations, installations (Chillers, cooling tower, boiler, generators and Building Management System (BMS))
- Evaluation and implements replacement of minor equipment (furnaces, central air conditioning system, package & split type air-conditioners, generators, swimming pool equipment.
- Develops and implements the property management program for the maintenance and repair of all crown-owned and leased properties/buildings.
- Plans, develops and supervises renovations, alterations, modifications and installations at the Chancery, Official Residence (OR) and Staff Quarters and conducts on-site inspections; supervise a team of around 16 staff: guide, motivate, monitor and manage staff, develop standards of performance, evaluate performance and make recommendations on disciplinary action if required.
- Ensure all staff and contractors work is in adherence to prescribe Canadian health and safety standards, codes, regulations.
- Assist with the preparation and submission of operational budgets including short and long-term plans for the High Commission’ property section (mechanical and electrical).
- Implements the local purchase of technical equipment for the chancery, OR and staff quarters.
- Draws up, negotiates, and monitors long-term maintenance contracts for building and fixed equipment.
- Supervises installation and approves completed work.
- Develops and implements preventive maintenance and repair program for all crown-owned equipment located at crown-owned and leased properties by:
- Researching and evaluating records and history of facilities.
- Conducting physical inspection of facilities and equipment and recommending and implementing corrective action to resolves problems.
- Maintaining an adequate stock of replacement parts and new appliances (air conditioners, generators, fridges, stoves, etc.) to ensure that the Chancery, Official Residence and staff quarters function effectively.
- Liaising with the Capital Development Authority, SNGPL & IESCO officials/engineers concerning municipal facilities when necessary.
- Formulating and implementing an on-going preventive maintenance program for all major equipment including heating boiler, chiller, cooling tower, water softener, emergency generators, household appliances, and for all minor equipment including air conditioners, CCTV installations.
- Inspecting each crown-owned property with outgoing and incoming occupants to determine maintenance requirements and repairs made.
- Conducts technical evaluations and writes reports by:
- Preparing for annual inspection of all plant equipment.
- Ensuring that corrosion, scale and algae control chemicals (all hazardous chemicals) are properly used and functioning effectively.
- Ensuring that fire safety equipment, including hoses, fire alarm systems, and extinguishers are inspected annually.
- Analyzes costs for leasing, operation and maintenance of all crown-owned buildings and works and the purchase, repair and maintenance of all crown-owned plant for the preparation of annual estimates and for Mission budget purposes by assessing the maintenance and repair costs for mechanical and electrical plant at staff quarters.
- Scheduling the work of the various tradesmen based on priorities.
- Coordinating all requests for repairs and maintenance of plant and equipment by assessing capability of High Commission to carry out repairs or arranging with commercial firms for their repair and certifying completion of work, issuing invoices to the DMCO for authorization and payment.
- Estimating budget requirements for property maintenance for the forecasting of expenditures and preparation of estimates.
- Supervises and co-ordinates the work of subordinates by instructing subordinates on maintenance procedures for new equipment and of new administrative procedures and directives.
Area of Selection:
This vacancy is open to all external applicants residing in Pakistan and to all mission employees occupying an indeterminate or term position, including emergency employees. Before an offer of employment can be made, candidates must provide a local address as proof of residence in the country.
Candidates must have a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period. If the employment is indeterminate, the work authorization must be permanent or itself lead to a permanent work authorization.
Please note that The High Commission of Canada to Pakistan does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly.
The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada’s missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language* and experience.
Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications.
*Language will be assessed further during the process.
Education:
Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education.
- Full education (16 years) with bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering from a recognized international or national university.
Please note: DAE, B-Tech, B-Tech (Hons) are not considered eligible education qualifications for this position.
Professional affiliations: Registered / Professional Engineer with Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
Language:
- Fluency in English and Urdu: speaking, writing and comprehension
Experience:
The candidate must have at least 5 years of experience in:
- Planning, developing and supervising renovation, alteration, modification and installation of commercial and/or residential properties.
- Developing and implementing property management (electrical and mechanical maintenance /repairs) programs
- Supervision of employees and contractors.
- Developing, negotiating and managing contracts for purchase and maintenance of property equipment and services.
- Implementation and maintenance of health and safety protocols and procedures.
- Writing official communications and reports on behalf of an organization.
Computer Skills:
- Proficiency in MS Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook)
RATED REQUIREMENTS
The Rated Requirements are part of the essential qualifications and are relating to knowledge, abilities and competencies. Methods of assessment for rated requirements may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview (online pre-recorded/live or in-person), role-play, practical tests, presentations and/or psychometric assessment.
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of sustainable property management practices.
- Knowledge of contracting process.
Competencies:
- Judgement and Discretion
- Thinking things through
- Client Orientation
- Initiative and Action Orientation
- Working with others and Horizontal Leadership
Abilities:
- Ability to plan, forecast, and manage budgets.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, prioritize, and make quick decisions in a fast-paced office environment; and
- Ability to develop and implement strategic and operational business plans
Asset Qualifications:
Preference may be given to candidates who meet the Asset Qualifications. Where applicable, candidates must clearly demonstrate how they meet any asset qualifications.
- Experience working with on Automated Facility Management tools.
- Experience working with a Diplomatic Mission or an International Organization
Operational Requirements:
- Hours of work: 37.5 hours per week.
- Work occasional overtime, as required.
Conditions of Employment:
Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position.
- Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period.
- Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period.
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How to Apply
- You must submit your application using the "Apply online" function. Only applications submitted via VidCruiter will be considered, unless a valid reason is presented and accepted prior to the closing date.
- Do not include personal data such as; age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster.
- You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application.
- Candidates are required to upload a CV and a cover letter in English or French. In the cover letter, please provide information on your motivation to work with the High Commission of Canada and the valuable contribution you would be making. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions.
- Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected.
- Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected.
Important Notes
- Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French).
- The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English.
- Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required.
- Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder.
- Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments.
- Please note that The High Commission of Canada to Pakistan does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs.
- Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer.
- As recently announced by the Government of Canada, the Policy for Mandatory Vaccination: Canada and the Mission Network is suspended as of June 20, 2022. The Government of Canada will continue to assess the need for additional public health measures, including the possible reintroduction of a vaccination mandate at a later date.
- We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at CSDPIP.Candidates-CandidatesetCandidats.PPSCIP@international.gc.ca to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.
- The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at The High Commission of Canada to Pakistan which might arise following the completion of this selection process.
- For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada
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