UK - Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO)
JOB DESCRIPTION
View Vacancy – IQB – Handyperson (S3)
Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory
Corporate Services Support
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
The British Embassy Baghdad currently has a vacancy for two (2) Handypersons, job grade S3, on a fixed-term contract of two (2) years.
We are looking for two skilled and reliable handypersons to support day-to-day maintenance activities and assist various trades (e.g., electricians, plumbers, carpenters, painters). The ideal candidates must be hands-on, a fast learner, and able to think independently to help resolve issues on site. A strong work ethic, flexibility, and problem-solving ability are essential for success in this role.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Support to Skilled Trades: Assist various tradespeople—including electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, carpenters, painters, masons, and gardeners—in performing repair, installation, and maintenance tasks across the facility. Provide hands-on help during routine and emergency maintenance activities to ensure smooth workflow and task completion.
- Minor Repairs and Maintenance: Independently carry out minor repair tasks such as fixing door handles, performing basic plumbing repairs (e.g., addressing small leaks), replacing faulty lighting, and conducting painting touch-ups. Escalate complex issues to appropriate trades as needed.
- Tool and Material Handling: Safely operate hand and power tools required for various maintenance jobs. Load, unload, and transport tools, materials, and equipment to and from work sites to support tradespeople and optimize productivity.
- Site Preparation and Cleanliness: Maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas during and after tasks. Dispose of waste materials properly and ensure tools and equipment are returned to their designated locations.
- Maintenance Task Support: Assist during preventive and corrective maintenance activities by preparing materials, dismantling and assembling components, and following directions from supervisors or lead technicians.
- Work Order Response: Respond promptly to assigned work orders, service requests, or emergency calls. Coordinate with relevant teams to complete tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Follow all health and safety regulations, including the correct use of PPE. Identify potential hazards, report unsafe conditions, and contribute to maintaining a safe working environment.
- Additional Duties: Demonstrate flexibility by supporting different departments based on workload and operational needs. Perform any other duties assigned by supervisors or management.
The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future, and this would be at the discretion of the line manager and Senior Management. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as and when required, including participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any response to a crisis.
Key behaviours required:
- Working Together – Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
- Delivering at Pace – Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
Eligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:
- We can obtain the appropriate level of local and UK security clearance for you; and
- You have (or be willing to obtain) the right to live and work in Iraq. Candidate”s residence permit and work permit, and the expense to obtain them, will be their own responsibility – the Embassy does not provide residence or work permits. If you have any questions about residency and/ or visa requirements, you should contact the relevant Iraqi Government Ministry.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 years of experience in facility or building maintenance.
- Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and time management.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Valid Full drivers licence
- Willingness to attend training or certification programs.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Relevant certification in any technical aspect
- Vocational training in maintenance or a related field
Required behaviours
Delivering at Pace, Working Together
Application deadline
31 August 2025
Grade
S3
Type of Position
Full-time, Fixed Term
Working hours per week
38
Duration of Post
24 months
Region
Middle East & North Africa
Country/Territory
Iraq
Location (City)
Baghdad
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
2
Salary Currency
USD
Salary
1039
Type of Salary
monthly
Start Date
1 October 2025
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Working hours and remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including up to 21 days of annual leave (calculated pro-rata).
The role grade is S3 with a base salary of US$ 1,039 per month. This base salary is paid 13 times a year. In addition, the role attracts a security allowance payable as part of this package. This security allowance is subject to review and may be altered or withdrawn at any time.
No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
This position is for a full-time employment on a fixed term contract of 2 years. Employment is also subject to a 90-day probationary period.
Conditioned working hours are 38 hours per week. Normal working hours are Sunday to Wednesday from 08:00 to 16:00 and Thursday from 08:00-14:00. The jobholder will be required to be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of hours (evenings/ weekends/ holidays) or emergency on call hours.
The jobholder may have to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, they may be exposed to noise, dust and hazardous material for which PPE will be provided.
The Embassy encourages a culture of continuous learning. Training will be given in the role. All employees have access to the Civil Service Learning platform, which gives access to training to improve job specific skills. Employees are entitled to a minimum number of annual training days.
Additional information
Application process:
Interested candidates must include to their online application form
1) An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
2) A covering letter/ motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and
3) Specific examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.
The online application form, CV, cover letter/ essay, and examples must be in English.
Applications that do not include these this information will not be considered.
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.
All applications must be received before 23:55 Iraq local time on 31 August 2025.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Baghdad/ British Consulate General Erbil) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
The start date mentioned in the advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.
The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around 2-3 months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and in the UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.
The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Baghdad is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.
Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: No requirements
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