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Job Category
Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services)
Job Subcategory
Corporate Services Support
Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)
The British Embassy Baghdad currently has a vacancy for three (3) Electricians, Job Grade AA
The electrician is responsible to install, maintain, inspect, and repair electrical systems and equipment in accordance with safety regulations and technical standards. The electrician ensures the reliable operation of all electrical systems, contributes to preventive maintenance programs, and responds promptly to breakdowns to minimize downtime.
Duties and responsibilities:
- Electrical Installation, Testing, and Commissioning: Install, test, and commission electrical systems, wiring, and components, including cable trays, trunking, conduit systems, and related accessories. Coordinate with other trades to execute installation works according to project plans and safety standards.
- Preventive Planned Maintenance: Carry out scheduled preventive planned maintenance on electrical panels, lighting systems, power circuits, and control systems. Replace or repair faulty wiring, fixtures, circuit breakers, outlets, and electrical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety.
- Troubleshooting and Emergency Response: Diagnose electrical faults using appropriate testing tools (e.g., multimeters, insulation testers), identify root causes, and perform repairs on systems and appliances including motors and water heaters. Respond to emergency breakdowns promptly to restore normal operation and minimize downtime.
- Compliance, Safety, and Risk Management: Ensure all work complies with H&S regulations and internal policies. Follow electrical safety procedures, including lock-out/tag-out protocols, wearing proper PPE, and conducting risk assessments before work begins. Take all necessary measures to eliminate or mitigate hazards in the work environment.
- Reporting, Documentation, and Coordination: Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, and compliance logs. Prepare daily work reports and update job tracking systems. Coordinate closely with the supervisor and other team members to fulfil work orders and support ongoing projects.
- Inventory and Material Requests: Request required tools, materials, and spare parts in advance to ensure task readiness and avoid delays. Monitor material usage and report shortages or defects promptly.
- Additional Duties: Perform other duties assigned by management, supporting the broader technical or maintenance team when required.
The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future, and this would be at the discretion of the line manager and Senior Management. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as and when required, including participating in the Embassy’s emergency planning and any response to a crisis.
Key behaviours required:
- Working Together – Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.
- Delivering at Pace – Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.
- Managing a Quality Service – Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.
Eligibility:
If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:
- We can obtain the appropriate level of local and UK security clearance for you; and
- You have (or be willing to obtain) the right to live and work in Iraq. Candidate’s residence permit and work permit, and the expense to obtain them, will be their own responsibility – the Embassy does not provide residence or work permits. If you have any questions about residency and/ or visa requirements, you should contact the relevant Iraqi Government Ministry.
Essential qualifications, skills and experience
- Technical certification or diploma in electrical systems.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience in electrical installation and maintenance systems.
- Familiarity with electrical components, tools, and safety procedures.
- Excellent understanding of electrical systems, tools, and safety practices.
- Knowledge of control systems
- Good problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong attention to detail and time management.
- Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Customer-service oriented with good communication skills.
- Valid Full drivers licence
- Willingness to attend training or certification programs.
Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
- Enrolment in or completion of an electrical vocational training (preferred).
- Relevant certification in electrical systems
Required behaviours
Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together
Application deadline
21 September 2025
Grade
Administrative Assistant (AA)
Type of Position
Full-time, Permanent
Working hours per week
38
Region
Middle East & North Africa
Country/Territory
Iraq
Location (City)
Baghdad
Type of Post
British Embassy
Number of vacancies
3
Salary Currency
USD
Salary
1699
Type of Salary
monthly
Start Date
1 November 2025
Other benefits and conditions of employment
Working hours and remuneration:
The Embassy aims to offer an attractive working environment and remuneration package for this role, including up to 21 days of annual leave (calculated pro-rata).
The role grade is AA with a base salary of USD $ 1699 per month. This base salary is paid 13 times a year. In addition, the role attracts a security allowance payable as part of this package. This security allowance is subject to review and may be altered or withdrawn at any time.
No accommodation nor relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position.
This position is for a full-time employment on a permanent contract basis. Employment is also subject to a 90-day probationary period.
Conditioned working hours are 38 hours per week. Normal working hours are Sunday to Wednesday from 08:00 to 16:00 and Thursday from 08:00-14:00. The jobholder will be required to be flexible in their approach to hours worked as these will be dictated by operational needs and may involve working out of hours (evenings/ weekends/ holidays) or emergency on call hours.
The jobholder may have to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, they may be exposed to dust, noise, and hazardous materials (with PPE provided). This role may include the jobholder to climb ladders, lift heavy equipment and materials up to 25kg and stand for long periods of time. The role will also require overtime, weekend shifts, or emergency response availability.
The Embassy encourages a culture of continuous learning. Training will be given in the role. All employees have access to the Civil Service-Learning platform, which gives access to training to improve job specific skills. Employees are entitled to a minimum number of annual training days.
Additional information
Application process:
Interested candidates must include to their online application form
1) An updated Curriculum Vitae (CV);
2) A covering letter/ motivation essay stating how you meet the requirements of the role; and
3) Specific examples, in the relevant sections of the online application form, of how you meet the key behaviours and skills required.
The online application form, CV, cover letter/ essay, and examples must be in English.
Applications that do not include these this information will not be considered.
Please ensure that your application is authentically written based on your own experiences. If AI tools are used, their usage must only be limited to specific tasks such as ensuring formatting consistency and keyword relevance. The core content, personal narratives, and responses to behaviour and skill-based questions must genuinely reflect your professional journey, experiences, and achievements. We place great importance on originality and individual effort throughout the application process. Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.
All applications must be received before 23:55 Iraq local time on 21 September 2025.
Applications received after the stated deadline will not be considered.
Internal candidates (i.e., those who are currently employed by the British Embassy Baghdad/ British Consulate General Erbil) applying for this position should consider informing their current line manager upon submission of their application.
Due to the large number of applications we receive, only those shortlisted for the next step in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful at interview may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of six (6) months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
The start date mentioned in the advert is a tentative start date and the successful candidate will be required to undergo security-vetting procedures. Any offer of employment will be subject to the candidate achieving suitable clearances and reference checks.
The recruitment process, including security clearance, is expected to take around 2-3 months. The security clearance process includes checks available in country and in the UK, dependant on the security level required for the role and the candidate’s profile and UK footprint. You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign, and we are working hard to minimise any disruption.
The FCDO operates an agile approach to delivery. To facilitate an agile workforce, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The British Embassy Baghdad is an equal opportunities employer, dedicated to inclusivity, a diverse workforce and valuing difference. Staff recruited locally are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local employment law.
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