Support Technician

Support Technician DIO(N) Pokhara (SZ2 - Internal & External)

British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN), UK Ministry of Defence

Apply before: 06 Apr 2025

Ref No: 95; Issued date: 21 Mar 2025

Contents:

Location

About the job

Benefits

Things you need to know

Apply and further information

Location:

HQ British Gurkhas Nepal

British Gurkhas Nepal (Pokhara)

Nepal

About the job:

Introduction:

Defence Infrastructure Organization (Nepal) (DIO(N)) British Gurkhas Nepal provide technical/ engineering support to British Gurkhas Nepal, Kathmandu BGN(K) & British Gurkhas Nepal, Dharan BGN(D). The department's primary output is the delivery of new infrastructure and the management and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including electrical distribution systems, mechanical plant, water treatment facilities, boilers, heating plant and other critical life support infrastructure in support of HQ BGN in Nepal.

In BGN, our civilians underpin and facilitate our ability to recruit Gurkhas into the British Army.   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 opportunity 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:

• Conduct minor repairs on electrical and mechanical equipment and systems such as building wirings system, pumps, water heating and hot water system, gas, refrigeration, catering kitchen equipment and electrical power tools.
• Interpret minor drawings and specifications including risk assessment (also dynamic risk assessment) and method statements for the tasks required.
• Dismantle mechanical and electrical pump and identify any faults and rectify as required.
• Safely operate electrical power and mechanical tools such as industrial hammer drill, all kinds of drill machines, fixed pipe thread cutting machine, fixed drill machine and portable metal cutting electrical tools.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding as per instruction and safely work on height including Mobile Elevating Working Platform as required.
• Support on grounds maintenance.
• Carryout minor plumbing and pipe fittings.
• Identify sewerage drain blockage and rectify as required.
• Be a skilled person for confined space and working at height in accordance with JSP 375 safe system of work.
• Conduct before and after inspection of tools and equipment you are using and report any faults as required.
• Assist office business as and when directed by line managers.
• Any other tasks commensurate with grade and competence, as directed by line management

What you will be doing:

Responsibilities:

• Take measurements and fabricate the electrical conduit and trucking in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations and design specification.
• Work on Galvanized Iron and Plastic pipes for pluming installation and maintenance in accordance with L8 requirements and specification.
• Taking precautions, install cables on the electrical conduit and trucking in accordance with BS7671 wiring regulations and design specification.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding as per instruction and safely work on height including Mobile Elevating Working Platform as required.
• Safely operate grounds maintenance equipment such as lawn mower, brush cutter, hedge trimmer, saw pruner and other cutting tools etc. to support Groundsman for the maintenance of grass and trees, as required.
• Work on Galvanized Iron and Plastic pipes for pluming installation and maintenance in accordance with L8 requirements and specification.

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. Multi-skilled craftsperson 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/ spoken English and Nepali language skills.
• Served a minimum of 3 years as a semi-skilled labour or have served a recognised apprenticeship or be able to demonstrate experience up to the equivalent standard.
• Hold minimum CTEVT’s level II qualification/s in relevant construction engineering as described above.
• Proven experience, qualifications, and training is preferable for this role to deliver the job responsibility effectively and efficiently.
• Any other multi-skilled qualifications will be an added advantage.
• You will be assessed on your competency through an assessment including written, practical and interview test.
• Candidate doesn’t necessary all trade skills but has to have knowledge, competence, and commitment of minimum 2 trades.
• College level (+2) or minimum SEE education with extensive work experience, skills and technical qualifications is preferred.

Behaviours:

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

• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace

Benefits & Working Environment:

• Salary 66,242.00 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.
• Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all terms and conditions and pay-related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. 

Things you need to know:

Security Checks:

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)

There will be practical test to access your technical skills and English Language test suitable to the grade/role.

Candidates will be required to provide Prior Employment 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.

Selection Assessment:

You will be assessed for your English language skills (written & spoken) and practical test through an Assessment. ONLY if you meet the minimum sifting standard for the job as per BGN requirement.  Candidates suitably qualifying the Written English and Practical tests will ONLY be call forward for the Interviews.

Nationality requirements:

Open to Nepali nationals only.

Working for British Gurkhas Nepal:

British Gurkhas Nepal embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Apply and further information:

• Please use this Application form.
• Please include “Job Advert 95” in your subject line.
• 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 by the month of April or early May 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