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Deputy Director of Engineering
2014-03-03 11:39:01| Space-careers.com Jobs RSS
The European Organisation for Astronomical Research in the Southern Hemisphere ESO is the foremost intergovernmental astronomy organisation in Europe and the worlds most productive astronomical observatory. ESO operates three unique worldclass observing sites in the Atacama Desert region of Chile La Silla, Paranal and Chajnantor. The ESO headquarters are located in Garching, near Munich, Germany.ESO is the focal point for Europes participation in the Atacama Large Millimeter Array ALMA consortium, which is currently constructing and operating a large submillimetre array in the Chilean Andes. The design and construction of the European Extremely Large Telescope EELT is also currently underway at ESO. For its Headquarters in Garching near Munich, Germany, ESO is advertising the position of Deputy Director of Engineering The Directorate of Engineering provides engineering services and resources to the ESO Programmes, including the Instrumentation Programme, ALMA and the EELT as well as to the Observatories. It is a matrixed organization with around 180 staff members representing all engineering disciplines required to design and build telescopes and scientific instruments. The Deputy Director of Engineering reports to the Director of Engineering and is part of the Directorate management team which comprises the Director, Deputy Director and Executive Officer. The Deputy Director will provide technical and engineering leadership to the Directorate of Engineering, comprising 180 members of personnel matters while the Director has the line management responsibility for all Department Heads and is in charge of the matrix related processes and the communication within and outside the Directorate. Both are assisted by the Executive Officer who is also an important interface to the other Directorates. The Deputy Director will assist the Director in developing an overall strategy for the Directorate. She will be part of the ESO management team and will as such contribute to the development of the overall policy and strategic planning across the Organization. Main Duties and Responsibilities The Director of Engineering will Provide technical and engineering leadership to the Directorate of Engineering, comprising approximately 180 members of personnel Assist the Director in developing and maintaining a overall strategy for the Directorate Provide technical coaching to the Department Heads of the Directorate and build bridges between the engineering disciplines and core competencies Manage the ESO Engineering Standards which are applicable to all ESO projects, including approving new standards and grating waivers to projects on the basis of recommendations provided by the Change Control Board Coordinate and organize emergency support to the Observatories and Projects. Mediate between DoE Departments and projects Observatories in case of technical disagreement Assisted by the DoE Executive Officer, ensure that the core competencies necessary to carry out the ESO Programme are identified and further developed and that the structure and processes required for that purpose are put in place. The tasks are not limited to the above and a flexible approach and ability to adapt to an evolving situation are required. Reports to The Director of Engineering Professional requirements University degreeMSc, PhD in one of the fundamental engineering disciplines or physics,substantial management and leadership experience within a scientific or engineering organisation, preferably international, is also required. Excellent writing and communication skills and a very good knowledge of English are essential. Key Competencies Thinks strategically taking a longterm perspective and anticipating future trends Involves all concerned parties in the decision making process and makes timely and effective decisions Leads with strength and credibility Sets clear performance standards and provides constructive feedback Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines, while balancing conflicting demands and priorities Understands the perspective of key decision makers and partners thinks through their needs and interests to identify their agenda Builds strong and effective links within and outside the organization Demonstrates initiative, proactiveness and good negotiation skills Ability to synthesise complex issues into clear messages and presentations to general audiences in an engaging and accurate manner. Remuneration and Contract ESO offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive salary tax free, comprehensive pension scheme and medical, educational and other social benefits, as well as financial help in relocating your family and the possibility to place your childchildren in daycare. The initial contract is for a period of three years with the possibility of a fixedterm or indefinite extension based on technical and managerial achievements. The grade may be subject to change according to qualification and the number of years of experience. Serious consideration will be given to outstanding candidates willing to be initially seconded to ESO on leave from their home institutions. Duty Station Garching near Munich, Germany, with frequent duty travels in particular to the Member States and to all ESO sites in Chile. Starting Date 1 April 2014 or as soon as possible thereafter. Career Path VII Application If you are interested in working in areas of frontline technology and in a stimulating international environment, please visit httpwww.eso.org for further details. Applicants are invited to apply online at httpjobs.eso.org. Applications must be completed in English and should include a motivation letter and CV. The position requires three letters of reference. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews are expected to start soon. Although recruitment preference will be given to nationals of ESO Member States members are Austria, Belgium, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom no nationality is in principle excluded. The post is equally open to suitably qualified female and male applicants.
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