POL Specialist

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a motivated professional to join our Petroleum Oil and Lubricants (POL) Section as a POL this role you will support all activities related to the supply and handling of POL products including aircraft fuelling and defueling operations. Your responsibilities will include refuelling and defueling aircraft issuing gasoline for various vehicle types performing routine inspections and services and operating motor vehicles such as tank trucks and POL facility equipment. You will directly contribute to the E-3A Components mission accomplishment

The position requires some German proficiency to ensure compliance with Host Nation regulations and to facilitate regular communication with German vendors. You should have a strong awareness of health and safety standards and be able to perform your duties following well-defined procedures.

YOUR ROLE

In particular you will be responsible for:

• Fuelling and de-fuelling a/c;

• Issuing gasoline to operators of various type vehicles and motor driven support equipment;

• Operating and monitoring the automated on base hydrant refuelling system in the Fuel Control Centre;

• Performing inspections services scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on fuel trucks and other POL mobile / support equipment;

• Inspecting servicing and performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of all fixed POL infrastructure;

• Performing safety checks maintenance and minor repair of POL equipment;

• Maintaining POL related shelf-life data and marking POL products with appropriate labels;

• Taking and dispatching samples under the POL quality control scheme;

• Performing daily and monthly stocktaking duties;

• Assisting/escorting contractor personnel;

• Operating logistics related computer terminals;

• Operating motor vehicles especially tank trucks as well as other POL installations and support equipment;

• Performing dispatcher and general housekeeping duties including ground snow/ice removal.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Basic working knowledge of Petroleum Oil and Lubricants (POL) handling principles acquired through at least 2 years related current professional experience;

• At least 1-year professional experience as tank truck driver or as operator/mechanic of a larger tank farm;

• Secondary education and completed basic vocational training in a POL refining/handling related field or secondary education and basic training for specific task related skills with 1-year experience;

• Driving license equivalent to European Class CE;

• Valid license for transporting dangerous goods/cargo on the road;

• Sufficient English proficiency;

• Knowledge of the host nation language (German) is also required;

• Knowledge of Standard Automatic Data Processing (ADP).

Desirable:

• Previous NATO assignment;

• Experience working in an international/military environment;

• Experience as POL operations specialist at a military air base or a larger commercial airport

• Completed appropriate advanced vocational training.

YOUR SKILLS

• Communicate effectively at all levels within a multicultural environment;

• Ability to work under supervision and follow procedures;

• Safety and compliance awareness;

• Ability to maintain fuel records and logs;

• Reliability and discipline;

• Ability to work in operational environments;

• Team spirit and ability to integrate into a team.

WHY TO WORK FOR US

By joining our organization you will be part of a multi-national team while working towards NATOs common goal of safeguarding peace and promoting democratic values for over a billion people. We are committed to fostering a collaborative work environment built on mutual respect and professionalism where every individuals work makes a difference and has a meaningful impact on the mission and operation of the Alliance. If this resonates with you we encourage you to apply.

YOUR TEAM

The Logistics Support Squadron is responsible for establishing and implementing inventory management procedures and accounting controls for all E-3A peculiar/non-peculiar materiel assets assigned to the MOB and all FOBs/FOL as well as DOB/L. The Material Storage & Distribution Branch is responsible for proper receipt issue storage warehousing and materiel handling for all peculiar and non-peculiar items and equipment. The Petroleum Oil Lubricants (POL) Section supervises manages and supplies POL products to all on-base users and visiting customers. This includes ground and aircraft fuels general lubricants and specific aircraft POL products.

HOW TO APPLY

Ready to make an impact and work in an international environment

Click here to apply directly via the Talent Requisition Platform: After creating a candidate account select the job title you are applying for and complete the application form which includes a pre-screening questionnaire.

Please attach any documentation (proof of highest education diplomas certificates testimonials etc.) that you consider to be particularly relevant to the qualification requirements specified in this advertisement. Any documentation submitted in a language other than English must be accompanied by at least an unofficial translation. Please note that upon taking up duties candidates will be asked to provide original certificates of their education and professional experience as relevant for this vacancy.

CONTRACT

Serving civilian members of NATO will be offered a contract in accordance with the NATO Civilian Personnel Regulations. Newly recruited staff will be initially offered a definite duration contract of three years. Thereafter an indefinite duration contract might be offered.

SALARY/BENEFITS

• Salary values indicated in this vacancy notice are based on NATOS Single Salary Spine scale;

• The salary is tax free including (where eligible) expatriation family and childrens allowances and additional privileges for expatriate staff;

• Education allowance for children (where appropriate) and an excellent private health insurance scheme;

• Generous annual leave and home leave (if eligible);

• Retirement Pension Plan.

TEST/INTERVIEW

The selection process will consist of multiple stages. Candidates shortlisted for further consideration will be contacted by the Recruitment Team and receive detailed information on subsequent steps. The process will conclude with an interview.