The British Embassy in Ashgabat is part of a worldwide network, representing British political, economic, commercial and consular interests overseas. We are currently looking for a committed Security Guard. 

Providing a guarding service that ensures the safety and security of Embassy staff members and visitors, as well as protecting the Embassy building and Ambassador’s Residence.

The Embassy guards work collaborative as a team with shared responsibilities that follow established procedures for security but should individually be vigilant to new threats and able to respond confidently to incidents and emergencies. The guards are the first point of contact for all visitors to the Embassy and regularly liaise with staff members on security measures, through clear communication in good standards of English and Turkmen or Russian. 

Roles and responsibilities:

Access control:
•    Enforce control procedures for the Embassy and Residence, ensuring that only staff and authorised visitors are granted entry, and that external visitors are appropriately escorted;
•    Conduct searches of individuals, vehicles and packages as required;
•    Oversee the secure storage of property keys, maintaining accurate records of key movements.
Perimeter security:
•    Conduct regular foot patrols around the perimeter of the Embassy or Residence to identify potential risks;
•    Investigate any suspicious item or activity close to the perimeter;
•    Liaise with the Diplomatic Police to manage groups of people or traffic congestion that could prevent secure access in/out of the Embassy/Residence.
Security monitoring:
•    Monitor 24/7 the Embassy or Residence’s security systems, including CCTV and radio communications;
•    Respond to the emergency alarm system at the Embassy/residential properties, and conduct in-person property checks when necessary.
Event security:
•    Ensure that event preparations and arrangements for guests are carried out in line with the Embassy’s security procedures;
•    Liaise with the Diplomatic Police to maintain a secure external environment during events at the Embassy or Residence;
Emergency preparedness and response:
•    Conduct and maintain reports on the Embassy’s regular alarm testing (fire, incident and bomb);
•    Provide immediate response to an emergency scenario that takes place within the Embassy perimeter or at a residential property;
•    Act as the first point of contact for staff involved in an emergency at another location. Provide assistance, liaise with police and alert other staff to the situation, as appropriate.
Customer service:
•    Guide visitors of all levels through the Embassy’s access procedures, providing information and assistance as appropriate;
•    Politely redirect to the appropriate contact any in-person visitors whose enquiry is not within the Embassy’s operations (eg. a visa application);
Provide staff with timely notice of incidents in the city that could disrupt safe travel routes between the Embassy and residential areas.

• IT user skills (basic knowledge in Excel, Word or Outlook)
• Turkmen and/or Russian language knowledge (B2 according to CEFR Framework) *
• English language knowledge (B1 according to CEFR Framework *)