Maintenance Worker

Danish Refugee Council (DRC) is a leading protection agency with a mandate to protect, advocate, and promote durable solutions for displacement affected populations.

DRC has been operating in Ukraine since 2014. Currently, DRC employs over 800 staff in Ukraine and implements emergency response in the Protection, Livelihoods, Shelter/NFIs, and Humanitarian Disarmament and Peacebuilding (humanitarian mine action) sectors, using direct interventions, support to duty bearers and civil society organizations (CSOs), and partnerships with CSOs. DRC will continue and adapt its durable solutions portfolio to the evolving context.

DRC is currently looking for a Maintenance Worker in Kharkiv.

About the job

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for ensuring the proper technical condition of office premises, furniture, equipment, and surrounding areas. The role includes carrying out general maintenance and repair tasks while helping to maintain a safe, functional, and comfortable working environment. Reports to the HR and Administration Team Leader.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be

• Assemble, install, dismantle, adjust, and carry out minor repairs of office furniture and fittings;
• Move furniture, equipment, and other organizational assets;
• Install, dismantle, and perform minor repairs of office fixtures and interior elements (shelves, pictures, curtain rails, dispensers, etc.);
• Carry out minor cosmetic repairs of office premises;
• Adjust and perform minor repairs of doors, windows, locks, door closers, and other fittings;
• Conduct routine inspections of the technical condition of furniture, plumbing systems, household appliances, and office premises, and arrange specialized repairs when required;
• Perform minor plumbing work (repair leaks, replace faucets, siphons, hoses, plumbing fittings, and clear simple blockages);
• Carry out basic electrical maintenance within the scope of authorization (replace light bulbs, sockets, switches, light fixtures, and install cables);
• Assist during general cleaning activities and with the relocation of large or heavy items;
• Maintain the surrounding grounds and entrance areas in good condition;
• Perform basic maintenance of the heating system within the scope of responsibility;
• Monitor the need for maintenance materials, tools, and supplies;
• Maintain order in utility rooms and waste collection areas.

About you

To be successful in this role, you should have vocational education or completed vocational training in a relevant field. Moreover, we also expect the following: 
 
 Required

• At least one year of experience in general maintenance and repair work;

• Practical experience using hand and power tools;

• Strong sense of responsibility, attention to detail, and reliability;

• Ability to organize work independently and respond efficiently to maintenance issues;

• Good knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations and commitment to safe working practices.

Desirable

Basic English will be an advantage. 

In this position, you are expected to demonstrate DRC’ five core competencies:  

• Striving for excellence: You focus on reaching results while ensuring an efficient process.  
• Collaborating: You involve relevant parties and encourage feedback.  
• Taking the lead: You take ownership and initiative while aiming for innovation.  
• Communicating: You listen and speak effectively and honestly.  
• Demonstrating integrity: You uphold and promote the highest standards of ethical and professionalconduct in relation to our values and Code of Conduct, including safeguarding against sexualexploitation, abuse and harassment.

We offer:

• Contract length: 3 months probation period, with the possibility of extension based on fundingandsatisfactory performance. 
• Band: K 
• Designation of Duty Station: Kharkiv 
• Start date: August, 2026

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with Danish Refugee Council’s Terms of Employment for National Staff; starting from EUR 625 gross per month (depending on experience and qualifications).

Application process

All applicants must upload a cover letter and an updated CV (no longer than four pages) in English.

Applications sent by email will not be considered.

Part-time / Flexible working hours

Closing date for applications: 31 August, 2026

We encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible; interviews might be conducted on a rolling basis. DRC reserves the right to select a candidate before the vacancy close date once a suitable candidate has been identified.