View Vacancy – Security Guard – S2


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, 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:

Working as part of a team on a shift roaster. Security checks, including physical searches of all pedestrian and vehicle traffic and maintenance of security logs. Conducting patrolling duty both external & internal of premises and residence. Dealing with the public directly. Operating VHF and HF radio network and CCTVs.

Emergency reaction and prompt response to incidents and suspected movements/events to be able to deter threats and challenges. Conducting checks and procedures for screening post and parcels using on site equipment. Operating scanners and metal detectors to properly screen visitors and bags entering the compound.  

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Working within a team under a chain of command. Conducts security procedures and protocols as per BHC security regulations. Conducts other tasks as directed by sergeants, Guard Force Commander and Post Security Manager and proactively seeks advice where required. 
  • Display clear respect to all staff. Be flexible to accommodate others and assist in the development of new or weaker team members. Makes suggestions on how to enhance working environment or procedures. 
  • Able to communicate and understand English in order to deal with security issues involving staff visitors and members of the public.  
  • Ability, to conduct oral briefings and written reports. Write and convey reports of incidents to line management. Computer literacy is an advantage.   
  • Possess a personal desire to develop professional knowledge through personal professional development and obtaining relevant qualifications. 
  • Contributing consistently to the team’s goal for maintaining the safety of BHC premises, staff, visitors, residents and properties by applying professional conduct at all times.  
  • To be able to promptly & professionally respond to emergencies and ensure safe environment. 

Essential on arrival: Previous experience of at least 5 years in the military with a checkable service history, exemplary service discharge and medically fit (SHAPE-1)

Education – Minimum 10th Pass school certificate.

Language requirements:  

Language: English, Hindi and Nepalese  

Level of language required: Capability to understand and speak at a basic level of English, Excellent in Hindi and Nepalese

Desirable: Training will be provided on technical issues and post specific security issues once appointed.

Seeing the Big Picture, Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Delivering at Pace




7 February 2021

S2

Permanent

45

South Asia & Afghanistan

India

New Delhi

British High Commission

10

INR 24,523 per month plus 12% provident fund and 6% Special Allowance/Superannuation Fund




1 March 2021

SALARY PACKAGE:

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

For other than BHC candidates, Basic Salary will be INR 24,523 per month plus 12% provident fund and 6% Special Allowance/Superannuation Fund. 

Additionally the BHC offers a great benefits package that includes annual domiciliary medical cover, plus a Group Hospitalisation Scheme with INR 500,000 floater cover for your immediate family.

No relocation or any other related costs or assistance will be provided. Notional tax will be deducted if you are not liable to pay local tax.

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.

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 FCDO has anywhere across the globe.  We are aiming to make it the best.

Apply: 

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

A.    Complete the Online Application Form

B.    Complete the Motivation and Competency Segment in the Online Application Form

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

We will accept only online applications by 07th February 2021 – 23:55 IST.  

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.

The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, medical, 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 Local 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.

To help us with our recruitment effort, please indicate on the application form /cover letter where (ngotenders.net) you saw this job posting.

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