View Vacancy - Painter, Grade-S1, Dhaka

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 (Operations and Corporate Services)
Estate Operations

Note: All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, experience-based segment and the behaviours and technical/ professional skills-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’

Main purpose of job:

To apply paint, stains, or coatings to surfaces with precision and skill. To enhance the aesthetic appeal of objects or structures while also protecting them from damage and deterioration due to environmental factors. To play a vital role in various projects, including construction, interior decoration, and maintenance, contributing to the longevity and visual appeal of the surfaces they work on.

We reserve the right to review, revise or amend the roles and responsibilities from time to time reflecting the changing needs of business.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?

Responsibilities for the Painter and Wood Polisher role include tasks such as surface preparation (cleaning, sanding, and priming), precise paint and polish application, colour matching, equipment maintenance, quality checks, and collaborative teamwork for efficient project completion. Safety compliance and maintaining a clean workspace are also vital components of the role.

Language requirements:
Language:  Bangla & English   
Level of language required:  Good & Basic   

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

  • Training will be provided on technical issues and post specific security issues once appointed.
  • Paint & wooden polish management training
  • Working within health & safety environmental

Essential on arrival: 

  • Experience as a Painter
  • Familiarity with all kinds of paint and wooden polish design.
  • Knowledge of machine and hand mixing of paint colours.
  • Knowledge of state health and safety regulations for paintwork.
  • The ability to lift heavy objects.
  • The ability to remain on your feet for long periods.
  • Well, knowledge of housekeeping and time-saving.
  • 5 Years of hands-on experience in painting and wood polishing.

Desirable:

  • Good level of English
  • Experience working in a diplomatic mission

We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We also encourage applications from female candidates with good English communication skills.

Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
25 September 2024
S1
Full-time, Permanent
45
South Asia & Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Dhaka
British High Commission
1
BDT 59,405 per month
monthly
3 November 2024

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

The salary will be all inclusive of BDT 59,405 per month.

The British High Commission offers a competitive remuneration package, including salary, benefits, a leave entitlement, Health Insurance and relevant L&D opportunities.

Please note - Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.

Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks.

No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to 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.

We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment. The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCDO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.

Note: "All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the behavioural based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.’’

To Apply: 

Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered.

  1. Complete the Online Application Form
  2. Complete the Experience, Behaviour and Technical/ Professional skills-based questions segment in the Online Application Form
  3. Applicants needs to answer the questions based on their professional experience. Refrain use of AI based tools to avoid application from getting rejected.

Please note that internal candidates applying for this position must have completed their probation and have prior approval from their line manager, else the application will not be considered.

We will accept only online applications by 25 September 2024, till 23:55 hrs (Dhaka time)

Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British High Commission.

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. Basis the scores, the candidate/s who did not score as highly as the successful candidate, might be placed on the reserve list. If during the reserve period of 6 months, the same or largely similar role becomes available, the role may be offered to the second or subsequent appointable candidates.

The start date mentioned in the job advert is a tentative & the appointment of successful candidate will be subject to clearance of police and other checks including references/medical/educational and professional which all applicable.

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.