SIN - Driver, S1

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 identity, 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. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Subcategory Driver / Messenger Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:

The British High Commission in Singapore is part of a worldwide network of 230 United Kingdom overseas missions, representing British security, prosperity and consular interests abroad. 

We are currently looking to recruit a Driver. This will one of two Drivers in the team, both of them work closely with the Transport Manager.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve:

Driving the Flag car and other pool cars for all members of staff including the High Commissioner (these responsibilities to be rotated monthly). Providing reliable, safe and well-planned services with a focus on customer service. Daily review of transport bookings with the Transport Manager to support the strict adherence of the Transport Policy. Providing driving support for visitors to the British High Commission including being actively involved in the planning of routes, liaising with key visit stakeholders and being able to work in fast paced and ambiguous conditions during the visit. Weekly cleaning of all British High Commission cars, including additional cleaning prior to major visits. Sending vehicles for timely and regular servicing & LTA inspections as required, with escalations to the Transport Manager. Monitoring of deadlines for Road Tax and Insurance payments including the provision of quotations to the Transport Manager. Processing all required payments and receipts for ERP and Fuel cards in consultation on a weekly basis. Supporting the Transport Manager and Corporate Services Manager, to which this role reports, with any driving related policy changes and feed into decisions on car purchases Providing ad hoc support to the Corporate Services team as and when required. Essential qualifications, skills and experience A valid Class 3 driving license with no points deducted and no serious traffic offenses on their record A valid class 4 license will be desirable Excellent knowledge of the road network and traffic system in Singapore A good understanding of the Highway Code Previous experience as a limousine or private hire driver is an advantage A basic understanding of Microsoft Office (e.g. to check diaries) Willingness to perform duties outside normal working hours when called upon. This may include weekdays, weekends and Public Holidays. Desirable qualifications, skills and experience Previous experience in an Embassy or Government environment Required behaviours Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together Application deadline 3 November 2024 Grade S1 Type of Position Full-time, Permanent Working hours per week 44 Region Asia Pacific Country/Territory Singapore Location (City) Singapore Type of Post British High Commission Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency SGD Salary SGD 2,547 Type of Salary monthly Start Date 2 December 2024 Other benefits and conditions of employment

Benefits:

We offer a competitive package, which includes basic salary of SGD 2,547 per month and a generous annual wage supplement (as part of total guaranteed remuneration) of an additional 2 months’ salary paid out in December each year, Central Provident Fund (CPF) payment in lieu for non-Permanent Resident foreign nationals, 23-days annual leave entitlement and a health insurance plan. The basic salary is non-negotiable.

We have a generous leave offer including: 23 days annual leave, increasing to 25 after 5 years' service, with the option to carry over up to 12 days into the subsequent leave year; 14 public holidays; generous maternity and paternity leave; and childcare leave. We encourage volunteerism and offer up to 3 days paid volunteer leave.

We offer medical insurance to support staff with the high costs of healthcare in Singapore and periodic reimbursement for the cost of eye tests and replacement eye wear.

Learning and development opportunities:

We offer time and financial support for the successful candidate to take advantage of professional learning and development opportunities inside and outside of the organisation.

The BHC has an active Learning & Development Committee which works hard to provide a comprehensive L&D offer. There is a wide range of options available for personal development including training courses, coaching and mentoring, job-shadowing, presentations and learning sets. Staff have access to a wide variety of online resources through the International Academy and Civil Service Learning. Staff are strongly encouraged to take advantage of all available opportunities.

All new hires undertake a workplace induction and there are a number of mandatory e-learning courses that must be completed in order to pass probation.

Working Patterns:

Normal working hours are 44 per week: 7.30am to 5.15pm from Monday to Friday. Beyond these hours overtime rates are paid.

BHC Singapore supports and promotes flexible working as a crucial part of our inclusive offering – in this role this must be balanced against the operational needs of the High Commissioner and other staff.

Other information:

In addition to the duties which this job normally entails, you may from time to time be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the High Commission, including playing a part in the corporate life of the mission and supporting any crisis response.

No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. You must have or be able to obtain a local work permit which we will sponsor.

Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Singapore employment law. 

Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. Only short-listed applications will be called for personal interviews.

The British High Commission is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation. Our values of Collaboration, Opportunity, Respect and Excellence (CORE) are our guiding principles. We aspire to live our values consistently in order to make the British High Commission a great place to work where staff feel valued, supported and inspired to be their best. To learn more about the Commission, watch .

Please note that all successful candidates will be expected to serve a minimum of 6 months in their new role before being eligible to apply for further positions within the British High Commission.

The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.

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