Maintenance & Installation Officer

Job Reference:Ref.21.26.501

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Group/Unit: Site Management

Sub-Unit:Maintenance & Installation

Number of Vacancies:1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration:48months

Open Date for Applications:July9th, 2026

Closing Date for ApplicationsJuly 29th, 2026, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words:#HVAC #maintenance #installation #electricalsystems #mechanicalsystems #AutoCAD

The Maintenance & Installation Sub-Unit is looking for an officer to join their team.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following

• Ensure the continuous availability of technical systems and utilities required for operations.
• Develop and update the preventive maintenance programme in collaboration with MIM.
• Inspect operating machines and equipment to verify compliance with operational standards.
• Identify the appropriate tools, parts and equipment required to perform maintenance tasks.
• Read, understand and interpret diagrams and technical specifications, including electrical, electronic, mechanical, HVAC, hydraulic, plumbing, compressed air, pneumatic and fire alarm systems.
• Recommend and implement measures to improve maintenance methods, equipment performance and service quality.
• Perform maintenance routines and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Assemble, install and support equipment in buildings and laboratories to meet operational needs.
• Provide immediate support in the event of breakdowns.

MandatoryQualifications

Education

• Graduate degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Electromechanics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional experience.

Experience and Technical Skills

• 3 years in a maintenance technician’s role, performing all aspects of building maintenance.
• Previous experience in industrial, facilities or laboratory maintenance environments.
• Experience in preventive and corrective maintenance of technical systems, utilities, machinery and equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, HVAC, chillers and boilers, compressed air, vacuum and special gas systems.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, manuals and maintenance documentation.
• Solid computer skills, including Microsoft Office and maintenance management tools (e.g., AutoCad and BMS tools).

Other Valued Skills

• Fluorinated gas course/experience
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety procedures, including safe work practices in technical areas.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and respond effectively to operational needs.
• Awareness of quality, environmental and safety requirements in maintenance activities.
• Experience with refrigeration systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Mechanical aptitude & experience a plus
• PLCs experience (B&R, Beckhoff, and Siemens) will be valorised

Personal Skills

• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment in respecting working deadlines
• Problem Solving ability
• Customerorientation
• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as a team player with strong interpersonal relationships
• Reliability
• Adaptability
• Planning and organisation
• Strong work ethic.

Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include thefollowingmandatory documents

a)Cover letter

b)Curriculum Vitae

c)Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above inpdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried outon the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats:video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions.

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.