JOB DESCRIPTION

View Vacancy – SRR – Electrician (S1)

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)

The British Embassy Riyadh has a vacancy for an Electrician under the Technical Works Group (TWG), job grade S1, on a fixed term contract of one (1) year.

The jobholder will play a key role in delivering Estates services, providing day-to-day management of the Technical Works Group (TWG) and will work with the Technical Works Officer (TWO) to establish the TWG as a center of excellence serving a diverse staff base. The jobholder will manage day-to-day maintenance of estate-related assets to statutory requirements and oversee planned improvements.

The jobholder will assist and support the TWO to deliver Estates services, with a particular focus on the large and expanding office and residential estate, to customers under the One HM Government (HMG) Service Level Agreement. The role is responsible for the operational delivery of maintenance services, including keeping maintenance records, organizing and prioritizing work for the skilled trades team, and assessing and improving customer satisfaction, acting on feedback on service delivery.

The jobholder will work on the Embassy’s health, safety, and welfare standards for the benefit of all staff at the Embassy in a ‘zero harm’ culture.

Duties and responsibilities:

The Estate comprises an office building and a compound which includes leisure facilities (swimming pool, gym, tennis/football pitch, children’s play area). A major part of the estate is owned and the leased properties for UK Based staff and a representational Residence for the Ambassador.

• Electrical Installation, Testing, and Commissioning: Install, test, and commission electrical systems, wiring, and components, including cable trays, trunking, conduit systems, and related accessories. Coordinate with other trades to execute installation works according to project plans and safety standards.
• Preventive Planned Maintenance: Carry out scheduled preventive planned maintenance on electrical panels, lighting systems, power circuits, and control systems. Replace or repair faulty wiring, fixtures, circuit breakers, outlets, and electrical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
• Troubleshooting and Emergency Response: Diagnose electrical faults using appropriate testing tools (e.g., multimeters, insulation testers), identify root causes, and perform repairs on systems and appliances including motors and water heaters. Respond to emergency breakdowns promptly to restore normal operation and minimize downtime.
• Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management: Ensure all work complies with H&S regulations and internal policies. Follow electrical safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out protocols, wearing proper PPE, and conducting risk assessments before work begins. Take all necessary measures to eliminate or mitigate hazards in the work environment.
• Reporting, Documentation, and Coordination: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance logs. Prepare daily work reports and update job tracking systems. Coordinate closely with the supervisor and other team members to fulfil work orders and support ongoing projects.
• Inventory and Material Requests: Request required tools, materials, and spare parts in advance to ensure task readiness and avoid delays. Monitor material usage and report shortages or defects promptly.
• Additional Duties: Perform other duties assigned by management, supporting the broader technical or maintenance team when required.

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 or head of section. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as required, including participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any other response to a crisis.

Key behaviours required:

• Managing a Quality Service – Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
• Making Effective Decisions – Use evidence and knowledge to support accurate, expert decisions and advice. Carefully consider alternative options, implications and risks of decisions.
• Working Together – Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
• Changing and Improving – Seek out opportunities to create effective change and suggest innovative ideas for improvement. Review ways of working, including seeking and providing feedback.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Technical certification or diploma in electrical systems
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in electrical installation and maintenance systems.
• Experienced and ability to attend and rectify electrical faults and emergencies.
• Familiarity with electrical components, tools, and safety procedures.
• A thorough understanding of the electrical industry and code compliance.
• Knowledge of control systems.
• Efficient skills and knowledge in using electrical tools and testing equipment
• IT Literate.
• Ability to manage own time and workload.
• Valid Driving License – Saudi Arabia.
• Must hold a Diploma or Certification in electrical from a recognised technical or vocational institution.
• Proficient English language skills both oral and written.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• Troubleshooting and rectifying issues with white goods I.e. Washer/Dryers and Dish Washer.
• Experience working on low current.
• PAT Testing.
• Knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation related to buildings and estates.
• Arabic and Urdu language skills.

Required behaviours

Changing and Improving, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

5 October 2025

Grade

S1

Type of Position

Full-time, Fixed Term

Working hours per week

48

Duration of Post

12 months

Region

Middle East & North Africa

Country/Territory

Saudi Arabia

Location (City)

Riyadh

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

1

Salary Currency

SAR

Salary

7,271.60

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

7 December 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Eligibility:

The position is available to Saudi nationals and to current holders of valid Saudi residence permits or transferable iqama. If you already have the right to work and reside in Saudi (iqama), you will be required to transfer your visa under the Embassy”s sponsorship.

Working hours and remuneration:

The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role.

Monthly salary details:

• Base Salary – SAR 5,417.25
• Housing Allowance – SAR 1,354.32 (subject to eligibility)*
• Travel Allowance – SAR 500.00 (subject to eligibility)*
• Total – SAR 7,271.60

*Allowances are not payable to staff who receive official provision for such expenditure in some other form. Spouses/ Dependants of UKBS officers working at the Embassy are not eligible to Housing or Travel Allowance.

No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.

This position is for a fixed term contract for one (1) year. The British Embassy Riyadh employs Country Based Staff in line with Saudi Labour Law. Contracts for full time positions are renewable at the end of the term.

This position is full-time, based on 48 hours per week. The jobholder will be required to be flexible as work hours will be dictated by operational needs and will involve working outside of normal office of hours (evening/ weekend), including public holidays.

Normal working hours for the Embassy are from 08:00 to 15:00 from Sunday to Thursday, with core working hours from 10:00-15:00. Core working hours is the period of the day that employees are required to be at work. The working day outside of the core hours is a flexible period, which allows employees to choose when they work, subject to operational needs.

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 (evening and weekend), including at public holidays. Flexible working arrangements may be considered based on operational requirements and agreement with the line manager, and in line with FCDO and Embassy policies.

The successful candidate will be subject to a 90-day probationary period.

The successful candidate will be required to transfer their iqama under the Embassy”s sponsorship.

Additional information

How to apply:

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.

Interested candidates must include 1) an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV), 2) a motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and 3) examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.

Applications that do not include this information will not be considered.

Applications must be submitted before 23:55 local time on 05 October 2025.

Applications submitted after the stated deadline will not be considered. Telephone applications and enquiries will not be accepted.

Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Riyadh/ British Consulate General Jeddah) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application.

Process:

The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around two-three months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and with UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidates’ 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.

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 job 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 successful applicant”s employment will only be confirmed after the completion of any security clearance/checks. The checks can take several weeks to complete, and the applicant will only be employed if the UK security clearance is granted.

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 is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy is subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Saudi Arabia employment law.

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.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements