Geneva, Switzerland What you'll do
Come and join the cryogenics maintenance team within the Technology Department (TE), specifically within the Maintenance Methods and Logistics section. We’re offering a unique opportunity to work and contribute to the preparation of the next maintenance technical shutdown and integration of new major assets in the maintenance systems.
CERN is the world’s largest particle physics laboratory and its flagship accelerator, the Large Hadron Collider, depends on having an unrivalled set of cryogenic systems on hand to guarantee reliable operation.
Typical cryogenic systems comprise compressors, heat exchangers, valves, instrumentation, vacuum pumps, controls and various test benches for cables, magnets and RF cavities. Process gas purity is essential.
The experience you will gain as a member of the cryogenics maintenance team could not be acquired anywhere else, teaching you to work autonomously and address maintenance solution to large and complex systems. Be part of a team overseeing the organisation of Long Shutdown 3 for the cryogenics infrastructure and provide your input.
Your responsibilities
- Collecting and consolidating maintenance data within the Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) - Supporting the preparation and coordination of maintenance activities on-site.
- Rolling out new maintenance methodologies in collaboration with field technicians.
- Enhancing work instructions, checklists, and quality assurance procedures used by contractors.
- Contributing to the implementation of maintenance policies and best practices for new cryogenic assets as part of the HL-LHC (High-Luminosity Large Hadron Collider) project.
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Your profile
- Basic mechanical and electrical skills.
- Experience using Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
- Knowledge of cryogenics fundamentals or oil and gas systems would be an advantage.
- Ability to read technical drawings.
- Understanding of maintenance documentation.
- Demonstrated teamwork, safety awareness, and problem-solving.
Your skills
- Good teamwork and communication skills.
- Strong safety awareness and willingness to follow established procedures.
- Motivation to learn and develop new technical competencies.
- Spoken and written English or French, with a commitment to learn the other language.
Medical hazard
- Exposure to electromagnetic fields under certain exposure conditions.
Employment conditions
- A valid driving licence.
- Work in Radiation Areas.
- Interventions in underground installations.
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Be sure to meet the eligibility criteria
- You are a national of a CERN Member State or Associate Member State. Currently, we cannot consider applications from Pakistani, Lithuanian, Latvian, Cypriot and Croatian nationals, as the ceiling defined under Article II.5 of the Associate Membership Agreement has been reached.
- By the application deadline, you have a maximum of 2 years of professional experience since graduation in a technical or administrative field and your highest educational qualification is a general secondary education diploma or a shorter non-university degree. You can’t hold a bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or PhD.
- You have never had a CERN fellow or graduate contract before.
- Please pay attention to the additional criteria and requirements for this specific position and mentioned above.
You will need these documents to complete your application
- Your CV (English or French)
- A copy of your most relevant diploma or a certificate of achievement from your school (if you don't yet have your paper diploma)
- Any document you consider relevant to your application
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Every day, we face exciting new challenges and opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge research that shapes our understanding of the universe. We meet these challenges through the diverse perspectives within our teams, ensuring every contribution is valued and driving our shared sense of inclusion and purpose. Diversity is a core value of CERN since its foundation, and it remains central to our mission and continued success.
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