View Vacancy – Driver for the British Embassy Ankara – MoD (TUR26.067)
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Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
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MOD (Ministry of Defence)
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Who are we?
The British Embassy in Ankara is part of a worldwide network representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. We are now seeking to recruit a full‑time Defence Section Driver.
Main purpose of the job:
This is a key role within the Defence Section (DS), providing vital support to the Defence Attaché (DA) and the wider DS team. The position combines both driving and administrative duties, including the upkeep of the section vehicle, completion of MOD‑specific documentation, and ensuring the smooth running of the DS’s daily activities.
Given the diplomatic nature of the work, this is a prestigious post that plays an important part in the operational integrity and security of the DS, especially during driving tasks and representational duties. The ideal candidate will demonstrate consistent professionalism, discretion, flexibility, and reliability. Alongside excellent driving skills and strong knowledge of local routes, the role requires a strong sense of duty and integrity befitting diplomatic engagements.
The position also offers opportunities for overtime, including occasional overnight travel in line with UK MOD and Turkish duty‑driving regulations, so the successful candidate should be willing and able to travel outside Ankara — for example, to Istanbul and other locations as needed.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for the Defence Attaché (DA), Defence Section (DS), official visitors, and delegations to meetings, official engagements, and events as required.
- Ensure the vehicle is properly maintained, including routine checks, cleanliness, maintenance scheduling, and accurate completion of all required UK MOD vehicle records and usage reports.
- Coordinate closely with the DS to manage, adjust, and confirm travel schedules.
- Use maps and GPS systems to plan routes, avoid traffic, and ensure punctual arrival at all destinations.
- Maintain strong security awareness at all times and apply defensive driving techniques.
- Uphold strict confidentiality regarding the DA’s activities, personal information, and any sensitive conversations overheard during duty.
- Support daily administrative tasks such as running errands and delivering correspondence or documentation to designated locations.
- Communicate effectively with Host Nation (HN) partners to confirm accurate collection and drop‑off points.
- Assist the DA with representational duties when required.
- Liaise professionally with all internal and external stakeholders.
- Maintain a neat, tidy, and appropriate appearance while on duty; an allowance toward suitable attire will be provided in line with UK MOD policy.
- Use FCDO IT systems and applications to check work schedules, communicate with the line manager/DS team, and complete required FCDO training as directed.
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Our ideal candidate shows:
- Proficiency in English (B2) and Turkish (C1 or equivalent, written and spoken).
- Valid driver’s licence with a clean driving record.
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Demonstrated experience as a professional driver, with a strong record of safe and reliable driving.
- Strong administrative, organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Clean criminal record and ability to obtain security clearance.
- Able to meet the physical demands of the role, including regular driving within regulated hours.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.
- Polite, discreet, and able to maintain a consistently professional attitude.
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Nice to have:
- Certified training in defensive driving and security procedures, or willingness to complete required training in line with UK MOD policy.
- Licence to drive an armoured vehicle, or willingness to undertake the necessary UK MOD approved training.
- Good knowledge of Ankara, including key Government, MOD, and Defence Industry locations.
- Experience working in international organisations, high-profile personalities.
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Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
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11 March 2026
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S1
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Full-time, Permanent
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36.25
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Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
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Turkiye
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Ankara
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British Embassy
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USD
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1,515 (gross)
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monthly
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1 April 2026
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This is a full-time, permanent contract, for 5 working days (36.25 hours net), per week.
All applicants should have the right to live and work in Türkiye. The British Embassy does not sponsor work permits.
We offer a benefits package including:
- A minimum of 25 days annual leave per year (calculated pro-rata) starting from the first day of employment.
- Two days working from Home per week (for applicable positions)
- Optional Private Health Insurance (The Türkiye Network will pay 80% of the premiums for staff and 60% of the premiums for spouses and children)
- Comprehensive leave, such as maternity, paternity, adoption, compassionate, and development leave
- Employee Assistance Program (Confidential support for mental health)
- Performance related bonus
- Time off in Lieu or overtime pay
- UK and Turkish public and privilege holidays (Total of 14 days per year)
- A good work-life balance and positive working environment
- Access to the FCDO learning & development (L&D) platform for career enhancement and progression
- The opportunity to work in an international, diverse, and inclusive environment
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 are 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 salaries paid to staff who are exempt from income tax in Türkiye and to those who have already retired from SGK will differ from the salary advertised for the role. Further details can be provided by the local HR team.
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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 for more information on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment levels please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your language skills are going to be assessed.
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