Labour

Labour (SZ1 – Internal and External)

British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN), UK Ministry of Defence

Apply before 17 January 2025

Ref No: 85; Issued date: 02 January 2025

Contents:

Location

About the job

Benefits

Things you need to know

Apply and further information

Location:

HQ BGN

British Gurkhas Pokhara

Nepal

No. of Vacancies: 2

About the job:

Introduction:

Labour will work under the BGP (British Gurkhas Pokhara) QM (Quarter Master)’s dept and will be responsible for cleanliness, unloading, loading freight/ goods.  He/she should possess the right training, skills, and experience in loading and carrying goods safely. QM department provide manpower services to ensure that BGP can carry out its core functions in support of its mission and operations up to the British Standard.

In BGN, our civilians underpin and facilitate our ability to recruit Gurkhas into the British Army. In BGN we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work.

We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels. As an equal opportunities employer we hire, train, and promote people based on merit and inspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination.

All job adverts in BGN are subject to fair and open competition.

This position is advertised at 40 hours per week.

Job description:

• Cleanliness of BGP Camp areas, offices, and ablutions.
• Support British Gurkhas Pokhara and its departments on various tasks and during March In/Out preparation tasks.
• Provide support for load and unload the ISO container and Trucks.
• Assist Clothing and General Storeman on day-to-day basis as ordered by the Line Manager.
• Exchange of Accommodation stores to / from married quarters.

What you will be doing:

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for cleanliness of (Recruiting, Mess, Transit) Block and associated areas.
• Carryout any other duties as directed by the Line manager.
• Assist the Ops Manager during major functions and recruiting periods.
• Responsible for general cleanliness of BGP camp.

You will be an individual with energy, enthusiasm and experience who will relish the opportunity of working in BGN and thrive in a challenging environment. Labour follows the instruction given by the Line Manager, adhere to Job Description for guidance and contribute diligently towards the team. Must be able to demonstrate the Behaviours which is available as a link below.

Success Profiles (click here to learn about Behaviours required for this job)

You must have:

• Good written and spoken English and Nepali language skills.
• Proven experience, qualifications, and training is preferable for this role to deliver the job responsibility effectively and efficiently.
• You will be assessed on your Health and Safety at work, knowledge and Physical fitness to qualify for interviews during the sifting and selection process.
• Candidates with Secondary Education (SLC/SEE) with reasonable standard of English language and relevant experience are preferred.

Behaviours:

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Click this link: Success Profiles

• Managing a Quality Service
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing

Benefits & Working Environment:

• Salary 47,885.00 NPR per month (Permanent).
• Gratuity after completing 3 years’ service.
• Dashain Bonus & Retirement Funds (EPF & CIT).
• Annual leave 25 days and public holidays 10 days.
• 100% reimbursement of medical expenses for Job Holder and limited reimbursement for immediate dependents.
• Child allowance up to 18 years.

Things you need to know:

Security Check:

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is a Govt of Nepal Police Report for employment in Nepal.

Selection process details:

This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

We will assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:  

• Success Profiles (please ensure you have read this and are well conversant to the behaviours asked for)

Candidates will be required to provide work related details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience using the BGN Application Form ONLY.   NO CV’s to be attached.

Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability of no more than 400 words. Please provide experience relevant to the role.

Assessment on: Health and Safety, Physical Test, English Language

Nationality requirements:

Open to Nepali nationals only.

Apply and further information:

• Please use this Application Form.
• No CV and Certificates to be attached.
• Fully Completed Application Forms are to be emailed to: bgn-hr-groupmailbox@mod.gov.uk
• Incomplete Application Forms will not be looked at.
• Selection will take place in the end of January 2025.

Applicants who influence or manipulate the selection/recruitment process in any form/way will disqualify for this job and future employment with BGN.

Contact point for applicants:

Email: bgn-hr-groupmailbox@mod.gov.uk