To perform the duties of driver at the British Embassy to a high standard displaying excellent driving skills. Follow local traffic regulations and ensure passenger(s)/driver’s safety at all times.

General driving duties

• Drivers shall follow the traffic law and ensure to deliver customers to the right place at right time. Be able to work at a very short notice

Care of vehicles

• Keeping the vehicles clean and serviceable
• Ensuring the vehicles are always presentable
• Daily check of tyre pressure, hydraulic fluid, oil, battery level and fuel
• Identifying any defects as early as possible and to keep any potential risk to a minimal level. Report any fault or damage immediately to the Transport manager
• Keeping an accurate record of all journeys, ensure car service and MOT are carried out at the appropriate times

Other Duties

• Deliver mails to the requested Chinese Ministries and etc.
• Transfer stuff from one place to another.
• Go to train station/airport to deliver/pick up bags or parcels

• Driver must have an A1A2 driver’s licence.
• Be familiar with various destinations including Chinese ministries, companies, airport, hotels, banks etc.
• Have a broad knowledge of travel routes, road conditions throughout Beijing as well as areas near Beijing such as Tianjin, Hebei etc.
• Ability to learn and improve
• Strong communication skills

• Preferably driver has worked in a foreign diplomatic missions or has had similar experience before.
• Basic command of English.

We are an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce, and valuing difference.

We offer a competitive package, which includes basic salary, good leave entitlement, and insurance plan etc. The gross starting salary for this position before all deductions is RMB 7,156/ month for Chinese Nationals. We also offer excellent development opportunities and a 22-day annual leave entitlement in pro rata. Conditioned working hours is 35 hours/ week from Monday to Friday ；Working overtime maybe required and OT is paid according to the local law regulation.

To apply, please send CV to Beijing.HR@fco.gov.uk.

Deadline for submitting applications is at 23:59 (China Standard Time) on 30 June, 2019.

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted regarding the next phase of the selection process.