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Facilities Support Officer (SWE24.450)
The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on 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. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.
The British Embassy in Sweden is part of a worldwide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. We are looking for a Facilities Support Officer.
Main purpose of job:
As Facilities Support Officer you will ensure the highest standards of hygiene, manage household supplies and assist in the smooth running of the UK Ambassador's residence, including assisting with running official events and meetings. This role requires discretion and ensuring the privacy and security of the occupants and guests at our residence.
Roles and responsibilities:
. Work with the Estates Manager to ensure that all planned and reactive maintenance for office and residential property is completed.
. Carry out minor repairs including plumbing, carpentry and painting.
. Maintain and ensure functionality of lighting, fixtures, doors and windows.
. Ensure the grounds and common areas are clean, safe, and presentable.
. Support other members of the Estates team as required. This involves supporting
Embassy cleaning staff in the event of absence.
. Ensure compliance with Swedish and UK health and safety standards.
. Monitor and maintain tools, machinery and Embassy assets.
. Complete required administration to ensure that accurate records are maintained.
. Work with all internal stakeholders and external contractors as necessary.
. Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
. Coordinate with external contractors for specialised repairs or works.
. Provide local technical expertise, escalating to Technical Works Officers where required.
Essential on arrival:
. Ability to understand and communicate with wide range of internal and external stakeholders
. Basic knowledge of local health and safety laws and procedures
. Effective written and spoken Swedish (at least B level)
. Effective written and spoken English (B level)
. Basic Computer skills - MS Office
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
. Driving licence
Required behaviours
Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
Application deadline 29 December 2024
This is a part time contract (30h) per week.
The Embassy offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including job-specific training and broader learning linked to the Diplomatic Academy.
The Embassy is part of the Nordic and Baltic Network of British Embassies that work together to provide relevant learning opportunities including mentoring, work shadowing and more formal training programmes.
All applicants should have the right to live and work in Sweden. The British Embassy doesn´t sponsor work permits applications.
According to the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, locally employed staff should either be Swedish citizens, EU citizens or permanent residents of any nationality registered in the population register when beginning their employment. Registration in the population register is not possible once employment has begun. For more information, please consult:
https://www.government.se/government-of-sweden/ministry-for-foreign-affairs/diplomatic-portal/diplomatic-guide/8.-employment/8.1-locally-employed-staff/
The successful candidate will be subject to confirmation of a background check and security clearance.
For more details and information on how to apply please follow the link below:
https://fco.tal.net/vx/appcentre-ext/brand-0/spa-1/candidate/so/pm/4/pl/1/opp/24080-Facilities-Support-Officer-SWE24-450/en-GB