View Vacancy - Technical Works Supervisor - A1

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Estates

Main purpose of job:

Delegation of day to day maintenance works, supervision and execution of work to maintain One HMG properties up to FCO standards and following FCO health and safety policies.

Roles and responsibilities 

Daily Routine

  • Delegation of day to day maintenance works, supervision and execution of work on time as per the yearly work schedule. Including servicing, preventative, routine anD breakdown works of plants and equipments and proper record keeping.
  • Reduce the operation cost of the One HMG properties.
  • Maintaining the digitised Technical Works Group (TWG) store and utility stores inventory in a secure and tidy condition; stocks at the optimum levels to meet any contingency disaster but kept to the minimum according to audit guidelines.
  • Delegate day to day Maintenance Service Request forms and keep proper record of each request and properties.
  • Verifying utility bills for on One HMG properties and provides a breakdown of personal and official consumption including PAG charges. 
  • Fill the supply request forms for requisition of materials required to complete the works.
  • Receive and physically check the procured materials.
  • Supervision of new projects/estimationestimation/quality and cost control/ensure works meet specifications.
  • Co ordinate with outsourced company for agreed quality of service from them.
  • The ability to prioritise work effectively under pressure.
  • Ad hoc duties delegated by Estates Officer and embassy management.
  • GPC procurement adopting P2P process.

Staff Management

  • Line management of 7 members of staff in the technical works team.
  • Guiding and coaching staffs with technical issues and solving problems.
  • Allocation of duties and day to day works to staffs as per the estate Strategy; routine maintenance schedule, works requests etc.
  • Maintaining the record of overtime, attendance, leave and submission above to management.
  • Performance management of staffs, appraisal writing including line management responsibilities.
  • Management of casual staffs for additional works.

Routine Preventative Maintenance works

Routine preventative maintenance works of refrigeration, electromechanical, electrical, communication and fire fighting equipments, accessories, machines, cabling, appliances etc. Including air conditioners.

Health and Safety

  • Ensure and update all the health and safety equipments in the compound as per  FCO Health and Safety Policy (HSP)
  • Ensure Health and safety standards are followed by maintenance team as per FCO  health and safety policy (HSP)
  • Support contingency planning for the mission.

Communication and Network

  • Liaising with technicians from local governmental offices (NEA, NTC, municipality, cable operators, suppliers and local authorities etc.)
  • Regularly communicating with occupants regarding schedule of works and maintenance.

Resources managed

  • Line management of 7 members of staff in the technical works team.
  • GPC procurement adopting P2P process.
  • The FCO cash operating system.
  • Tools and equipment.
  • Diploma in Civil/Mechanical/Refrigeration and AC Engineering.
  • Minimum of 3 years experience in relevant field.
  • Proven staff management and delivering through a team.
  • 2 and 4-wheel vehicle driving license.
  • Computer literate – Word, Outlook (email) and Excel.

Basic knowledge of telephony, IT ,electrical and fire alarm system.

14 August 2017
Administrative Assistant (AA)
Permanent
36 Hours
South Asia & Afghanistan
Nepal
Kathmandu
British Embassy
1
NPR
NPR 48817 per month
4 September 2017

For British Embassy candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

For other than British Embassy candidates, The total annual remuneration package for this position is NPR 634,623 which includes Provident Fund contribution.

The successful candidate will be provided with annual leaves, maternity/paternity and membership in the Embassy medical benefits scheme as per the Terms & Conditions of Services.The British Embassy in Kathmandu is part of a world-wide network of 240 Posts, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas.

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.The British Embassy is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation.

To Apply:

  • Completed the Online Job Application Form
  • Attach a detailed CV
  • Appraisals of last two years ( Internal candidates only)

Please note :

  • Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
  • The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references and medical check.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. 

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This opportunity is closed to applications.