View Vacancy - Pool Driver - Karachi

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)
Security

Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency 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.

Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, the start date of employment mentioned in the advert is tentative, subject to normal business of British High Commission. All recruitment campaigns will remain open for applications, we will progress the recruitment process as swiftly as possible and continue to review all applications, monitor progress and developments. We will be in touch with you for the interviews/ should there be further updates on the application, however given the circumstances, kindly expect some delay in response and please reach out to if you have any further questions.

Main purpose of job:

The driver’s duties should include: 

a) Daily check of tyre pressures, hydraulic fluid, oil, radiator, and battery level.

b) Keeping an accurate record of all journeys in Vehicle Log Books.

c) Keeping the vehicle cleaned as per COVID SOPs.

d) Reporting any defects. Maintain a record of FCO Checklist, ensuring vehicles are kept serviceable.

e) Wearing an official uniform (where appropriate).

f) Making sure that all passengers use seat-belts.

g) Security of vehicles in their care, ensure testing of communication equipment if conducted regularly.

  • Education: Minimum Higher Secondary School Certificate
  • Valid HTV licence with 5 - 8 years’ experience as a HTV driver in any reputable organisation
  • Consummate knowledge about Karachi and adjoining areas.
  • Good knowledge about the cities in Sindh province.
  • Automotive mechanical skills

Language requirements: 

Language: English 

Level of language required:  Should be able to speak, understand, read and write.

  • Good Team Player
  • Physically fit
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Basic first aid knowledge
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Ability to speak, understand , read and write English
7 October 2020
S1
Fixed Term
48
36 months
South Asia & Afghanistan
Pakistan
Karachi
British Deputy High Commission
2
PKR
62,023
1 November 2020

Salary Details:  

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

For other than BHC candidates, Basic Salary will be ­­­­­­PKR 62,023.

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 forces are 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. 

Working patterns: 

You will be expected to work 48 gross hours per week as per the roster agreed by your LM and Head of section. Timings of the Roster can change and do not necessarily reflect the normal office timings or weekend/public holidays.

Any other information (or specific local Post requirements):

  • Selected candidate shall be appointed after his medical clearance by an authorised medical centre.
  • Selected candidate will have to go through the Police and FCO vetting before assuming the appointment.
  • The vacancy is open to both Female and male applicants.

To Apply:

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

A.   Complete the Online Application Form

B.  Complete the Motivation Segment and competency based questions in the Online Application Form.

C.   Attach a detailed CV

D.   Attach a copy of Valid HTV driving licence.

Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable). They should also inform their current line managers, and check for the eligibility clause if on probation, else the applications will not be considered.

Only online applications will be accepted by 7 October 2020, 23.55pm PKT.

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, educational and professional.

Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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.