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Security Guard Job Vacancy, British Embassy Baku

We currently have a job vacancy for a Secuity Guard. The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 14th of March, 2014

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The Embassy would like to invite applications for the position of LEVb Security Guard. The successful candidate will be part of a team providing physical security to the British Embassy, its staff and visitors on a 24 hour shift pattern.

Main Duties and Responsibilities include:

Security’s role is to control entry into the Residence and the Embassy, conduct internal security patrols and respond to any request for help or assistance. They also liaise with relevant local government authorities to assist them when necessary in their role.

Ideal Candidate will have:

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team
  • Ability to follow instructions quickly and accurately
  • Good English language skills (see further notes below)
  • Basic Computer Skills (Outlook and Word)

English Language Skills

All full-time staff employed by the British Embassy is required to speak English.

Salary and Employment

Embassy working hours are 40 hours per week on a shift rotation including nights shifts and weekend work. Monthly gross salary for this position is AZN 696.49 payable monthly in arrears. Overtime and night shift allowance are also payable. In addition, the successful applicant will receive a comprehensive medical insurance package, free uniform and excellent training opportunities.

Application Process

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday, 14th of March, 2014

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to interview during the week beginning April 2014.We will only contact those people called for interview. Interviews will be conducted in English. Training and employment will commence shortly after the interview.

Please submit a completed application form electronically to baku.recruitment@fco.gov.uk with the job title for which you are applying in the subject line.

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. All applications will be treated on merit.

Published 6 March 2014