Senior Craftsperson (Mechanical) (251750)

Nato Centre For Maritime Research And Experimentation (Cmre); La Spezia; In loco; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A premier maritime research institute in La Spezia, Italy, is seeking a Mechanical Craftsperson to work on underwater acoustic systems. Responsibilities include assembly, repair, and testing of mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have substantial experience in mechanical tools and a vocational background. This role offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, supporting crucial research efforts for NATO.

Competenze

• Experience in manufacturing and integrating prototype components.
• Secondary education with 8 years of relevant experience or vocational training with 5 years.

Mansioni

• Assemble and maintain mechanical systems.
• Manufacture and repair mechanical parts.
• Assist in testing underwater systems.

Conoscenze

Mechanical Craftsperson experience

Ability to operate mechanical tools

Reading technical drawings

Knowledge of welding techniques

Formazione

Higher vocational training in Mechanical or equivalent

Strumenti

Lathes

Welding machines

Milling machines

Descrizione del lavoro

Primary Location: Italy-La Spezia

NATO Body: Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE)

Schedule: Full-time

Application Deadline: 1 December 2025

Salary (Pay Basis): 3,922.65 EUR (Monthly)

Grade NATO SSS Grade G9 (ABCL C6)

Clearance Level NS

POST CONTEXT

These are positions within the Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE), an organization of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

CMRE is an established, excellent scientific research and experimentation facility that organizes and conducts scientific research and technology development, centred on the maritime domain, delivering innovative and field-tested Science & Technology (S&T) solutions to address defence and security needs of the Alliance.

The positions are within the Engineering and Information Technology Division (EITD), which supports the execution of CMRE’s Programme of Work.

EITD consists of the Engineering Branch (EB) and the Information Technology Branch (ITB).

• The Engineering Branch addresses the engineering and technological requirements of the Centre's research activity, by designing, developing, constructing, testing at-sea and maintaining, repairing and calibrating electronic, oceanographic, mechanical, acoustical assemblies and unmanned systems, especially prototypes, or combinations of such units as required. The branch has the following sections: Sonar & Marine Sensors Section; Ocean Engineering Section; Embedded Systems Section.
• The Information Technology Branch supports the conception, design, development and construction of state-of-the-art technologies in computing, networking and data infrastructure as well as developing, integrating, and validating software applications, services and products. All this is done while ensuring interoperability, security and compliance with relevant NATO policies and regulations. The branch has the following sections: Software Development and Data Management Section; Scientific CIS Section.

The position is within the Ocean Engineering Dev Cell of the Ocean Engineering Section.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

Under the supervision of the Cell Head, working with some grade of autonomy, or participating in working groups or project teams, the Incumbents will be responsible for the provision of Technical Services within the Engineering and Information Technology Department.

Duties will include the following:

• Assemble, repair, and maintain mechanical, electromechanical and hydraulic equipment, as part of underwater acoustic and oceanographic systems and/or Ship deck systems.
• Manufacture mechanical parts and subassemblies, using common machinery, tools and techniques, following drawings, sketches or general indications from Technicians and Engineers.
• Assist during factory, harbour and sea tests of mechanical, electromechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Provide support to CMRE’s Sea Trials, from the logistic (preparation) and operational (work at sea) point of view.
• Maintain and operate workshop machinery (e.g., lathes, milling machines, and welding tools).
• Assist and participate, sharing their skills and experience with Peers and Supervisors, in the preliminary design of new instruments and equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND ADDITIONAL DUTIES

a. Flexibility Clause

The incumbent may be required to perform other related duties as directed.

As required by the Program of Work, the incumbent may be asked to participate in working groups or project teams, and to coordinate and organize the work of other technicians and craftspersons.

All other related duties should correspond with the required competencies for the job.

b. Deployment/Travel

The incumbent may be required to perform duties on-board Centre or chartered vessels. The incumbent may be required to undertake TDY assignments within and outside NATO boundaries.

c. Certification

The incumbent needs to hold a fit for sea certificate in line with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) and International Labour Organization (ILO) standards before taking up duty.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

a. Professional/Experience

• Experience as Mechanical Craftsperson in the manufacturing, integration and development of prototype/custom components and systems.
• Familiarity with reading technical drawings.
• Ability to operate mechanical tools like: Lathes; Milling machines; Radial and vertical drills; Metalworking tools (e.g., bender, rolling machine, shears, horizontal and vertical band saw); Welding machines and skills in the following welding techniques: Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW/TIG), Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW/Stick), Oxyacetylene Welding (OAW), and Plasma Arc Welding (PAW).

b. Education/Training

• A secondary educational qualification and at least 8 years of post-related experience in Mechanical (or equivalent related field)

Or

• Higher vocational training leading to a professional qualification or accreditation in Mechanical (or equivalent related field) and at least 5 years of post-related experience.

c. Language Requirements

A thorough knowledge of one of the two NATO languages, both written and spoken, is essential and some knowledge of the other is desirable.

English SLP 3333 (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).

NOTE: Most of the work of CMRE is conducted in the English language.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

a. Professional/Experience

• Working experience as Mechanical Craftsperson producing and maintaining underwater or marine equipment and systems.
• Working experience as Mechanical Craftsperson producing and maintaining hydraulic systems.
• Ability to operate CNC machines.
• Elementary knowledge of computer applications in support of Mechanical Design and Modelling (CAD).
• Relevant experience in participation to technical experimentations and/or operations on field.
• Experience on board Vessels/Boats, participating in ocean engineering, research, or other marine and underwater operations.
• Experience in an International working environment.

b. Education/Training

• Completed Vocational Training, leading to a formal qualification in post-related aspects (e.g., welding, machining).

c. Language Requirements

• Italian SLP 2222 (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).

ATTRIBUTES/COMPETENCIES

The successful candidate possess the following competencies / personal attributes:

• Good communication skills, both oral and written – able to communicate at all levels;
• Very good interpersonal skills. Solicits inputs and encourages others;
• Proactive, innovative and driven. Always displaying sound judgement;
• Excellent time management and organizational skills;
• Be able to develop and apply specialist and detailed technical expertise and to use technology to achieve work objectives;
• Be able to maintain a positive outlook at work and work productively when under pressure;
• Be able to adapt to changing circumstances.

All CMRE personnel are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the current NATO Code of Conduct agreed by the North Atlantic Council (NAC), and thus display the core values of integrity, impartiality, loyalty, accountability, and professionalism.

REMARKS

The duties are performed in an office, laboratory, workshop environment or on-board Centre ships. Slightly undesirable working conditions may apply.

Our recruitment process

• Please note that we can only accept applications from nationals of NATO member countries.
• Applications (including the most relevant publications, the diplomas - stating the highest level of education - and a CV) for this vacancy are to be submitted using the E-recruitment system;
• Appointment will be subject to receipt of a security clearance (provided by the national Authorities of the selected candidate) and approval of the candidate’s medical file by the CMRE Medical Adviser.

Additional information

• CMRE values diverse backgrounds and perspectives and is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and talented workforce. We welcome applications of nationals from all Member States and strongly encourage women to apply.
• Selected candidates are expected to be role models of integrity, and to promote good governance through ongoing efforts in their work.

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NOTE

NATO will not accept any phase of the recruitment and selection prepared, in whole or in part, by means of generative artificial-intelligence (AI) tools, including and without limitation to chatbots, such as Chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer (Chat GPT), or other language generating tools. NATO reserves the right to screen applications to identify the use of such tools. All applications prepared, in whole or in part, by means of such generative or creative AI applications may be rejected without further consideration at NATO’s sole discretion, and NATO reserves the right to take further steps in such cases as appropriate.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications are to be submitted using the NATO Talent Acquisition Program (NTAP) https://nato.taleo.net/careersection/2/jobdetail.ftl?job=251750&lang=en

Applications submitted by other means are not accepted. NTAP allows adding attachments. Essential information must be included in the application form. Particular attention should be given to Education and Experience section. Each question should be answered completely. Expressions such as 'please see annex / enclosed document' or invitations to follow links to personal webpages are not acceptable and will be disregarded. All answers should be in English preferably, or French.