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Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
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Driver / Messenger
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Main Purpose of Job:
The British High Commission in Singapore is part of a worldwide network of over 230 United Kingdom overseas missions, representing British security, prosperity, and consular interests overseas.
We are recruiting a Driver to join our highly professional Transport Team. The successful candidate will provide safe, reliable, and courteous driving services for the British High Commission, supporting the effective operation and care of official vehicles in line with internal policies and procedures.
As a strong team player with excellent customer service skills, you will transport colleagues and official visitors safely and punctually. You will be responsible for maintaining vehicles to a high standard and will have a good working knowledge of roads, government buildings, and key locations across Singapore.
In addition to core driving duties, you will support the smooth running of transport functions through accurate administration, coordination, and effective communication.
As one of two pool car drivers, you will work closely with the Transport Manager and the Flag Car Driver, and will occasionally be required to provide cover driving duties for the High Commissioner.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve:
- Drive pool cars for all members of staff for daily journeys, as well as for visits by UK based VIPs.
- Provide cover for the Flag Car Driver as required, as directed by the Transport Manager.
- Deliver reliable, safe, and well planned transport services, with a strong focus on customer service.
- Review daily transport bookings with the Transport Manager and other drivers to ensure strict adherence to the Transport Policy.
- Provide driving and logistical support for official visitors to the British High Commission, including route planning, liaison with key stakeholders, and working effectively in fast paced and ambiguous environments during visits.
- Ensure regular cleaning of all British High Commission vehicles, with additional cleaning undertaken ahead of major visits.
- Arrange timely vehicle servicing and LTA inspections, escalating issues to the Transport Manager as required. Monitor deadlines for road tax and insurance, including obtaining and providing quotations.
- Process ERP and fuel card payments and receipts on a weekly basis, in consultation with the Transport Manager.
- Support the Transport Manager and Head of Corporate Services on driving related policy updates and input into decisions on vehicle purchases.
- Provide ad hoc support to the Corporate Services Team as required.
- Work collaboratively as part of the transport team.
- Undertake driving courses or refresher training as required.
Language requirements:
Proficient in English
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• A valid Class 3 driving license with no points deducted and no serious traffic offenses on their record
• A valid class 4 license will be desirable
• Excellent knowledge of the road network and traffic system in Singapore
• A good understanding of the Highway Code
• Previous experience as a limousine or private hire driver is an advantage
• A basic understanding of Microsoft Office, especially Outlook and Excel (e.g. to check diaries, calculate Overtime payment)
• Willingness to perform duties outside normal working hours when called upon. This may include weekdays, weekends and Public Holidays
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- Previous experience in an Embassy or Government environment is desirable but not necessary
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Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
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20 May 2026
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S1
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Permanent
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37.5 per week
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Asia Pacific
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Singapore
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Singapore
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British High Commission
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SGD
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SGD 2,868
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monthly
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29 June 2026
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Working patterns:
Normal working hours are 37.5 per week: 8:30AM to 5:00PM from Monday to Friday. The team operates a ‘core hours’ policy of 10:30AM to 2:30PM with individual flexibility around that.
Terms of service:
In addition to the duties which this job normally entails, you may from time to time be required to undertake additional or other duties as necessary to meet the needs of the High Commission, including playing a part in the corporate life of the mission and supporting any crisis response.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. You must have or be able to obtain a local work permit which we will sponsor.
Staff recruited locally by the British High Commission are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Singapore employment law.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment checks. Only short-listed applications will be called for personal interviews.
We have a generous leave offer including: 23 days annual leave, increasing to 25 after 5 years’ service, with the option to carry over up to 12 days into the subsequent leave year; 14 public holidays; generous maternity and paternity leave; and childcare leave. We encourage volunteerism and offer up to 5 days paid volunteer leave.
We offer medical insurance to support staff with the high costs of healthcare in Singapore and periodic reimbursement for the cost of eye tests and replacement eye wear
The British High Commission is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate on grounds of ethnic origin, race, religious beliefs, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation. Our values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Expertise (CORE) are our guiding principles. We aspire to live our values consistently to make the British High Commission a great place to work where staff feel valued, supported and inspired to be their best.
Please note that all successful candidates will be expected to serve a minimum of 6 months in their new role before being eligible to apply for further positions within the British High Commission.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
We offer time and financial support for the successful candidate to take advantage of professional learning and development opportunities inside and outside of the organisation.
The BHC has an active Learning & Development Committee which works hard to provide a comprehensive L&D offer. There is a wide range of options available for personal development including training courses, coaching and mentoring, job-shadowing, presentations and learning sets. Staff have access to a wide variety of online resources through the International Academy and Civil Service Learning. Staff are strongly encouraged to take advantage of all available opportunities.
All new hires undertake a workplace induction and there are several mandatory e-learning courses that must be completed to pass probation.
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