Plumber AA

job Description

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. 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.
Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory
Estates
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
Main purpose of job:

The Technical Works Group of the British Embassy is seeking to recruit an experienced plumber with a minimum of 5 years hands on experience post apprenticeship training. The successful candidate is expected to carry out planned preventative maintenance, repairs, installations and routine plumbing works at British Embassy Harare properties including the Residence, main office compound and other facilities.

Salary
USD 1 997,99 subject to tax and other statutory deductions
Type of Salary
monthly
Start Date
4 August 2025
Additional information

Duties and Responsibilities

Roles and responsibilities:

Carry out mandatory planned preventative maintenance and water system disinfection to UK specifications
Domestic and industrial repairs of plumbing installations
New plumbing installations
Trouble shooting and repairs on blocked plumbing systems.
Make recommendations for plumbing installations improvements.
Proactively identify plumbing maintenance needs and address them immediately.
Supervise external contractors to ensure good working practices and compliance to BE polices and UK specifications
Ensuring plumbing systems meet safety standards and regulations
Effectively communicating with clients and team members
Carry out minor repairs in other technical fields as required

Qualifications and Experience

Essential qualifications, skills and experience
4 years Apprenticeship trained class one plumber
A recognised plumbing qualification to diploma level or equivalent.
Current clean driver’s licence.
5 years hands on experience in a similar position
IT skills essential
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
A good appreciation of electrical systems.
Metal fabrication a distinct advantage.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
Ability to work cohesively as part of a technical team.
Good listening skills and ability to follow instructions.
Required behaviours
Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

How to Apply

Employees recruited locally by the British Embassy in Harare are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Zimbabwe.
All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
Information about the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office Success Profiles can be found on this link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/success-profiles
Successful candidates not resident in Zimbabwe will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.
Complete the application form in full as the information provided will be used for screening purposes.
Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
The British Embassy will never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position
Please log into your profile on the application system on a regular basis to review the status of your application.
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.

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