View Vacancy - Driver (based in Gaziantep)(TUR18.018)

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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Residence and Support Staff)
Driver / Messenger

The British Consulate General Istanbul is seeking a full-time permanent Driver to operate vehicles in support of its operations in Gaziantep. Duties will include carrying passengers, collecting and delivering documents, routine maintenance of the vehicles and also performing safety checks for the vehicles. The post entails regular evening and weekend work, occasional overnight trips and frequent short-notice tasking.

The drivers are expected to be fully involved in all activities and to display a pleasant and professional demeanour at all times.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide a safe, comfortable and punctual driving service at all times
  • Maintain the vehicles to an appropriately high standard of cleanliness at all times
  • Maintain vehicles documentation, records and log sheets accurately
  • Maintain vehicles ancillary equipment and other equipment issued to perform the above tasks
  • Collect and deliver documents and other items as required
  • Assist with other duties as required
  • As this is a representational post, the post holder will be expected to dress in an appropriate fashion and to maintain a neat and tidy appearance at all times when on duty (Uniform will be provided)
  • High school diploma
  • Possession of a clean valid Turkish Driver's License
  • Operation and maintenance requirements of passenger, including 4x4, vehicles
  • Five (5) years full-time passenger transportation or delivery experience desirable
  • Detailed knowledge of Turkish traffic laws, ordinances and rules
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
  • Prior to appointment short listed candidates will undergo a driving assessment
  • A working knowledge of spoken English
  • As the successful candidate will travel to UK for a course, the candidates should have no travel restrictions
  •  Detailed knowledge of the geography of Gaziantep and routes through and to and from the city will be an asset
29 January 2018
S1
Full-time, Flexible working, Permanent
36.25
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Turkiye
Istanbul
British Consulate General
1
TRY
36,076.80 TL gross
19 February 2018

This is a full-time permanent contract for 5 working days (36.25 hours net) per week.

The annual salary for this position is 36,076.80 TL gross, S1 level. Please note that staff members are responsible for paying any income tax required by local law.

All applicants should have the right to live and work in Turkey. The British Consulate General does not sponsor for work permits.

The successful candidate will be subject to professional background check, security clearance and a probation period of 2 months.

Staff recruited locally by the British Consulate General in Istanbul are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Turkish employment law.

British Diplomatic Missions are equal opportunities employers, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. We are committed to developing a learning organisation that enhances business performance, maximises our staff’s potential and encourages staff innovation and development.

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

Please be advised that the British Consulate General will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a job.

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.