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The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.  We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Driver / Messenger

Duration of Contract: 2 years

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Drive office vehicle (car) and Mini Van.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

To Drive officials vehicles in accordance with the duties drawn by the

support officer.

Daily maintenance & cleanliness of vehicle.

Maintain journey sheets with mileage and fuel purchases.  

Conduct a quick security check on vehicle for planted devices.

WHAT WE DO:

BHC transport section provides transport services to cross mission department.

WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU:

Job holder is expected to perform his duties in good manner. Job holder is supposed to operate in very diverse environment with set rules. Job holder will operate under the direction of Transport manager.

  • Formal qualification is not a requirement, however, good English speaking and understanding skill is expected.
  • Any working experience in multinational / multi-cultural companies, diplomatic missions.
  • Hindi is essential, additionally Marathi is desirable.
28 September 2017
S1
Long Term Contract
South Asia & Afghanistan
India
Mumbai
British Deputy High Commission
1
INR
18816
1 November 2017

For British High Commission (BHC) candidates, the Local Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

For other than BHC candidates, salary will be ­­­­­­INR 18,816 per month.

The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance. 

Around half of our work force is women.  We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment. 

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.

Other details of working patterns, and/or options for flexibility:

  • Flexibility to work long hours and on weekends / holidays if required.
  • A valid Indian commercial (LMV) driving licence.

TO APPLY:

(a)     Complete the Online Application Form

(b)     Attach a detailed CV

(c)      Clear photocopy of your valid driving licence

We will accept only online applications by ­28th September, 2017 midnight.

  • 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, educational and professional.

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through this official tal.net site (operated by Oleeo). Jobs may be advertised on third party websites, however our adverts will always link back to the official tal.net site. If you complete and send an application through any other site, we will not receive it.

This opportunity is closed to applications.