Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Security
Due to COVID-19, you may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.
The British Embassy in Ankara is part of a world-wide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking to hire a Security Guard.
We expect our security guards to set an example in respecting British Embassy in Ankara internal procedures as well as the law and display a pleasant and professional demeanour at all times.
This role will include shift and weekend working.
Main responsibilities will include:
- Responsible overall security of Embassy compound, School, RLC area, DHM Residence and Lower compound .Checking occurrence book and patrol records;
- Carry out duties in consultation with the Post Security Manager (PSM). In charge of all visit to the (Reception, Dinner, Cocktail parties and other functions);
- Prior to VIP visits, provide necessary security arrangements with PSM and arrange meetings with other security organisations;
- To liaise between Embassy, UK Based Staff and the Alarm Company and also train UK Based staff usage of alarm system;
- Check for the letters bags parcels delivered to the Embassy;
- Clocking rounds;
- Search vehicles and visitors;
- Monitoring CCTV;
- Access Control of the visitors and staff;
- Physically control around of the Embassy.
- Fluency in Turkish and English (both oral and written, minimum C1 level*);
- High school diploma;
- Hold a valid Security Certificate 5188;
- Minimum 3 years of Security background;
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both oral and written;
- Clean crime record.
- Clean and valid Turkish Driver’s License.
Making Effective Decisions, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace
30 March 2021
S2
Full-time, Permanent
48 hours gross in 8 day shift system ~ 36.75 hours net/week
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Turkey
Ankara
British Embassy
1
802.73 gross (plus shift allowance 142.67 USD)
15 April 2021
This is a full-time permanent contract in a 8 day shift system (48 hours gross in 8 day shift system ~ 36.75 hours net/week) per week.
The monthly salary for this position is 802.73 USD gross (plus shift allowance 142.67 USD) S2 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 Embassy in Ankara 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 Embassy in Ankara is 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 Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.
* Please note Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level C2 as Mastery or proficiency Level which comprehends that a person can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read; can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation; can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
Additional Information (due to Covid 19):
- You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign and we are working hard to minimise any disruption;
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Interviews will be done remotely if the existing situation determines this to be the right course of action;
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Starting date may be delayed depending on circumstances at the time and it will be agreed with the selected candidate.
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