View Vacancy - Technical Works Group Assistant 14/22 HRE

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

Main purpose of job:
The Corporate Services department is at the core of the British Embassy’s operations. The Technical Works Group Assistant is a key role in a busy, dynamic team.

The role of TWG Assistant is a challenging and rewarding position. It requires a motivated individual with an eye for detail, someone who is proactive, can work at pace and happy to learn on the job. Ability to see the bigger picture and deliver a quality service will be key to success in this role. This exciting position will expose the individual to a wide variety of areas within the operations arena. 

Roles and responsibilities

  • Provide technical support to artisans in carrying out planned maintenance activities, projects, refurbishments and in reacting to breakdowns or faults in a timely, professional and customer focused manner.
  • Provide support to artisans in executing repairs and works safely in accordance with the quality standards of the FCDO and industry best practice where applicable to plumbing and water systems, power backup systems, electrical systems and general jobbing works.
  • Liaise with technical and non-technical colleagues in providing updates on works progress.
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Actively contribute to safe working practices and ensure all work is undertaken safely.
  • Aid artisans in identifying and communicating material requirements.
  • Minimum of 5 O’Levels
  • Formal technical training
  • Minimum of skilled worker class 3 certification
  • Minimum of 5 years work experience working in a similar environment
  • Clean class 4 driver’s licence
  • Take direction and follow clear instructions
  • Clear communication skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proven experience across multiple trades
  • Welding experience
  • Air conditioning and maintenance experience
Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together
4 November 2022
S1
Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
36 months
Africa
Zimbabwe
Harare
British Embassy
1
USD
1,180.20
3 January 2023

Working patterns:

•    May be called out to assist artisans after hours and during weekends.

Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Harare are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Zimbabwe.

All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.

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.    

Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.

Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.

Information about the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/717275/CS_Behaviours_2018.pdf Please note:  Job grade AA=A1, AO=A2, EO=B3, HEO=C4, SEO=C5

Successful candidates not resident in Zimbabwe will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.

Complete the application form in full as the information provided will be used for screening purposes.

Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.