Security Guard

Security Guard, Grade-S2, Kathmandu

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: Security Guards

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment, educational details, behavioural and technical/ professional skills questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only with all the required details and the shortlisting is not basis CV/ cover letter. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.

Main purpose of job:

Under the direct supervision and guidance of the Security Supervisor, to be responsible for overseeing all security operations within the British Embassy’s compound 24/7 in shift basis. The position is responsible for securing premises and personnel by patrolling and monitoring surveillance equipment with a sharp eye. Your primary duties include checking and admitting authorised visitors onto the compound including inspecting buildings and assuring compliance to the policy and procedure whilst also preventing losses or damage by reporting irregularities that may arise. Also responding to any distress calls and alarms, effectively responding to emergency situations, and keeping track of all incidents.

We reserve the right to review, revise or amend the roles and responsibilities from time to time reflecting the changing needs of business.

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

• Maintain security of the Embassy and off compound residences ensuring compliance with Post Security
• Regulation (PSR) and Post Instructions strictly.
• Maintain Access Control at the main gate and consular section.
• Carry out security checks on staff, contractors, visitors and vehicle on arrival and exit using security scanners and other equipment in line with the State of Vigilance.
• Issue passes and log accurate details of authorised visitors and vehicles that enter onto the compound and exit from the compound.
• Screen letters, parcels and luggage that come within the compound.
• Monitor and control the parking area of the Embassy.
• Report immediately any damages and security related matters to Security Supervisors and log incidents in the occurrence logbook.
• Conduct regular perimeter patrols and ensure the compound is safe by performing regular safety and fire-equipment checks including fire exits.
• Monitor and analyse CCTV camera footage and report to on-duty Security Supervisor in case of suspicious and/or criminal activity.
• Protect the British Embassy’s assets relative to theft, assault, fire, and other safety issues.
• Communicate any irregularities with on-duty Security Supervisor.
• Write daily activity reports and provide them to on-duty Security Supervisor.
• Escort visitors and contractors inside the compound as necessary.
• Respond all the phone calls effectively at the gatehouse.
• Perform regular checks of security equipment to make sure everything is working and report immediately to on-duty Security Supervisor if found any discrepancy.
  React to any type alarms within the premises to keep buildings and personnel safe.
• Secure and control the keys of office buildings and residences. Issue them to the authorized staff and keep the accurate records on the logbook.
• Assist and provide the require information to all the customers seeking assistance at the gatehouse.
• Provide required service to ensure safe, efficient, and smooth-running events and receptions conducted on the Embassy premises. Participate in flag raising ceremony whenever it is required.
• Take responsibility of Security Supervisor on his/her leave absence and assist Security Liaison Officer (SLO) and Post Security Manager (PSM) whenever required to make any job success.

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

The Embassy has a strong Learning and Development culture with opportunities to learn within the Embassy and financial support for formal trainings where required.

Working patterns:

If the job is suitable for flexible working patterns, please provide details:

• Day Shift : 0700 hours to 1500 hours
• Afternoon Shift : 1500 hours to 2300 hours
• Night Shift : 2300 hours to 0700 hours

  Shift pattern might change as per operational requirement

Any other information (or specific local post requirements):
Shortlisted candidates will have to go through a written assessment on basic security & language level.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival:

• Minimum 10th (SEE) standard pass in any field.
• The ability to work quickly, reliably, and proactively with attention to detail and limited supervision.

Language requirements:

• Language: English and Nepali
• Level of language required: Good Standard of reading, speaking, and writing in both languages

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Desirable:

• Experience in security field and shift pattern work
• Basic computer knowledge

Required behaviours: Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline: 26 June 2024
Grade: S2
Type of Position: Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal
Working hours per week: 40
Region: South Asia & Afghanistan
Country/Territory: Nepal
Location (City): Kathmandu
Type of Post: British Embassy
Number of vacancies: 1
Salary Currency: NPR
Salary: NPR 50,517 per month plus 10% provident fund contribution
Start Date: 22 July 2024

Other benefits and conditions of employment: For British Embassy candidates, the Country Based Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

Salary will be all-inclusive of NPR 50,517 per month plus 10% Provident Fund Contribution.

The successful candidate will be provided with annual leaves, maternity/paternity and membership in the Embassy medical benefits scheme as per the Terms & Conditions of Services. The British Embassy in Kathmandu is part of a world-wide network of 240 Posts, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas.

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best. The British Embassy is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation.

Please note – BHC does not deduct tax at source and employees are required to ensure that any requirements of local income-tax law are complied with in full. Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, e.g. Some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.

Additional information

Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment, educational details, behavioural and technical/ professional skills questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only with all the required details and the shortlisting is not basis CV/ cover letter. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.

To Apply:

Please note applications without (a) and (b) will not be considered. Point (c) to be adhere strictly.

a) Complete the Online Application Form.
b) Complete the Experience, Behaviours, Technical/Professional skills-based segment in the Online Application Form.
c) Applicants need to answer the questions based on their professional experience. Kindly refrain from use of AI based tools to avoid application from getting rejected/disqualified.

To ensure a successful application it is important that you explain how you demonstrate these behaviours and technical/ professional skills, basis your experience. You are strongly advised to read the Success Profiles Civil Service Behaviours Framework which provides a detailed guidance on how these behaviours are defined for each position.

Applicants are encouraged to use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) technique to prepare specific examples of when and how you have demonstrated these behaviours in your application, by evidencing a structured response, including your skills and experiences. You briefly describe the situation in which you demonstrated the behaviour, and then explain your task in addressing the situation, what action you took and the result of this.

Internal candidates applying for this position need to inform their current line managers, else the applications will not be considered.

We will accept only online applications by 26th June 2024 – 23:55 Nepal Time Zone

Please note that all the applicants will be required to strictly adhere to the security guidelines for British Embassy

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. Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, 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 Country Based 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.