Carpenter at the British High Commission (BHC)

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, 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.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Carpenter (10/17 LOS)

Location: Lagos
Grade: A1 (L)
Type of Position: Fixed Term
Working hours per week: 25 hours
Job Category: Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory: Estates

Main Purpose of Job

• To carryout completion of a various job tasks involving general carpentry, finish carpentry, framing, and formwork to assist with the completion of Projects.
• Job responsibilities will also require performing general labour duties when requested.

Roles and responsibilities / What Will the Jobholder Be Expected to Achieve?

• Assist in the preparation of jobsites prior to the beginning of a project
• Operate various hand tools, power tools, and equipment used to complete carpentry duties, including: circular saw, table saw, router, pneumatic nail gun, ramset, drills, and other tools used for measuring, cutting, fastening, and drilling
• Prepare layouts and build foundations
• Build walls and install partitions
• Assist in building decks and fences
• Assist in framing for concrete installation projects or labour for projects
• Assemble, erect, and dismantle scaffolding
• Perform preventative maintenance on tools and equipment by conducting
• Inspections, lubricating, and cleaning on a daily basis
• Read and interpret blueprints, structural drawings, and specifications to perform work activities and calculate requirements
• Complete and submit daily paperwork reporting time and job costs
• Comply with all company policies and regulations
• Work in accordance with all health and safety laws and regulations
• To carry out other job assigned by TWS/Foreman

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Completion of secondary school, City and Guilds qualified /vocational or technical training (Any evidence of apprenticeship  training)
• Minimum 3-5 years of relevant experience in general carpentry, finish carpentry, framing with outstanding and technical aptitude
• Have knowledge of standards working practices
• Knowledge of specific materials, methods, tools and equipment required to complete various job task
• Understanding of health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work accurately under pressure and without supervision as part of a team
• Ability to walk, stand, crouch for long periods of time and carry out strenuous p
• Ability to interact well with superiors and subordinates professionally

Required Competencies:

• Seeing the Big Picture, Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service, Delivering at Pace

Salary
Starting monthly salary: N263, 239

Application Closing Date
26th June, 2017.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note

• Employees recruited locally by the British Deputy High Commission in Lagos are subject to the Terms and Conditions of Service according to local employment law in Nigeria.
• All applicants must be legally able to work in the country of application with the correct visa/status or work permit.
• Employees who are not eligible to pay local income tax: e.g. certain third-country nationals and spouses/partners of UK diplomats will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
• Reference and security clearances checks will be conducted.
• Any questions you may have about this position will be answered during the interview, should you be invited.
• Information about the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Competency Framework can be found on this link:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/civil-service-competency-framework
• Successful candidates not resident in Country will be personally liable for costs and arrangements to relocate, including accommodation and work permits.  
• Complete the application form in full as the information provided will be used for screening purposes.
• Check your application and attachments before you submit your application, as you will not be able to make any changes once submitted.
• The British Deputy High Commissionill never ask you to pay a fee or money to apply for a position.