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View Vacancy – Security Guard – British High Commission Belmopan
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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Security
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Main purpose of job:
The British High Commission in Belmopan is currently seeking Security Guards to join the team. The successful candidates will ensure that personnel can work in a safe and secure environment by protecting staff and FCDO assets at the British High Commission Office and Residence compounds.
Roles and responsibilities:
Security (100%):
- Controlling vehicle and personnel access to the High Commission Office and Residence compounds.
- Security of all High Commission locations by regular patrolling.
- Monitor the High Commission’s radio network.
- Monitor CCTV at High Commission Office and Residence compounds and log information as necessary.
- Carry out any other security tasks as directed by Post Security Manager.
- Where necessary escort workmen and contractors in the High Commission premises.
- Be the first point of contact for British High Commission visitors.
- Respond to security incidents should they occur.
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- Must have the legal status to live and work in Belize
- Good command of oral and written English
- Ability to work in a demanding environment
- Ability to work professionally in stressful situations
- Ability to work flexibly to meet changing demands
- Initiative and good judgement
- Ability to work effectively as part of a small team
- Proficient in the use of MS Windows and Office suite
- Excellent interpersonal skills
Language requirements:
Language: English and Spanish
Level of language required: English: proficient; Spanish: knowledge of would be an asset.
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- Former Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) in the military or Police (or experience to this level)
- Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset
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Communicating and Influencing, Making Effective Decisions, Working Together
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17 July 2024
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Full-time, Permanent
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Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
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Belize
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Belmopan
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British High Commission
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BZ$2148.04 monthly
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27 August 2024
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Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Working patterns:
You will be part of a 3-person team working a day and night shift pattern. Presence on Residence and Office High Commission compounds is essential for security work. Shift patterns do not lend themselves to atypical working.
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The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and an enriching learning and development opportunities.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6-12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
The FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.
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Belmopan
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