View Vacancy – Technical Works Officer (ITA26.004)
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Estate Operations, Estates
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The British Embassy in Rome is looking for an experienced plumber, gas and heating engineer to work as a member of the Technical Works Group (TWG) team. This role involves the high-quality, proactive maintenance of plumbing and heating systems in over 40 residential properties and office premises. It also requires flexibility for cross-team support on key tasks across the TWG, including some electrical work, minor repairs, manual handling and driving/driver tasks.
As part of the Technical Works Group of 5 people, and working closely with the Estates and wider Corporate Services team, the main duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
Plumbing & Heating Maintenance
• Maintain plumbing systems: toilets, flush tanks, water heaters, faucets, shower/bathtub enclosures, clear drains.
• Emergency interventions on gas/electric boilers for hot water and heating.
• Install/replace washing machines and gas cookers; restore gas connections.
Minor Property Repairs
• General property maintenance, repairs and small structural fixes.
• Minor electrical tasks: replace sockets, plugs, lighting.
• Change curtains/blinds.
• Clear manholes and gutters.
Inspections, Compliance & Support Services
• Inspect properties before occupancy/change-over; check plumbing, heating, electrical systems to ensure they meet agreed compliance standards.
• Install fire smoke/heat detectors.
• Explain apartment systems to new occupants.
• Assist external contractors when necessary.
Logistics & Miscellaneous Tasks
• Porterage: move furniture, office equipment, deliver supplies.
• Set up conference rooms and event spaces, including for external events.
• Drive TWG and official vehicles.
• Order and purchase materials.
Some travel within Italy may be required.
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- Intermediate English (minimum B1/B2 level according to the CEFR*);
- fluency in Italian, both spoken and written (minimum C1 level according to the CEFR*);
- At least 5 years’ proven experience as plumbing, gas and heating engineer with relevant technical certifications;
- IT literacy, some experience in the use of MS Office 365 environment including MS Teams;
- Highly-developed customer service skills, with a clear commitment to excellent customer service;
- Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities, including some flexible working patterns;
- Good communication and interpersonal skills with ability to engage with different stakeholders;
- Strong team player;
- Full driving licence with at least 5 years’ experience and willingness to drive as part of job duties.
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- Previous experience of working in a multicultural environment;
- Some experience of stock control and budget monitoring.
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Changing and Improving, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
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1 February 2026
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Administrative Assistant (AA)
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Full-time, Fixed Term, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
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40 hours/week
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12 months
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Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
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Italy
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Rome
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British Embassy
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EUR
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2,704.19 (Gross)
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monthly
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2 March 2026
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This is a full-time, fixed-term position, graded AA according to the FCDO grading structure. The monthly gross salary is Euro 2,704.19. The salary is paid monthly 14 times per year including €10.33 EDR paid 13 times per year, with double salary payments in June and December. If working less than a full calendar year, the additional salary payments will be pro-rata.
Working hours are 40 hours (net) per week Monday to Friday typically from 08.00 – 17.00, with some flexibility. Please note that remote working is extremely limited, due to the nature of the position.
The appointment is subject to security clearance, professional background check and the successful completion of an four (4) month probationary period. The starting date may be delayed depending on circumstances at the time and this will be agreed with the selected candidate.
All staff employed by the British Embassy are subject to Italian income tax rate deductions (IRPEF). However the administration of these tax payments will vary depending on nationality.”
The successful candidate will be enrolled in the Italian State Social Security Scheme. Staff recruited locally by the British British Embassy are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Italian employment law.
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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.
*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 that in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
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