CARETAKER/DRIVER

SINCE 1965, THE EMBASSY REPRESENTS GERMAN INTERESTS IN SINGAPORE, PROMOTING POLITICAL RELATIONS AND ECONOMIC, SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL COOPERATION. OUR TEAM IS LOOKING FORWARD TO STRENGTHENING OUR DEPARTMENTS IN ORDER TO FURTHER DEEPEN AND EXPAND THE CLOSE BILATERAL RELATIONSHIP. THE POSITION INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING TASKS: Maintenance of the premises (Embassy’s different premises) and basic repair work (incl. sanitary, air-conditioning, joinery, painting) Minor cleaning services Furniture assembly/dismantle Monitoring and maintenance of technical equipment Notify managers when repairs are necessary Obtain cost estimates from contractors Oversee and check work done by contractors Purchase of office material, running office errands Driving Services Keeping a driver’s logbook Maintenance of the Embassy’s vehicles: Cleaning, minor repairs, service Office related messenger duties, pick up/drop off services REQUIREMENTS Good knowledge of everyday handyman skills Good communication and organization skills Good command of English both oral and written German skills are preferable but not obligatory Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Full driver’s license Several years of local driving experience, local knowledge Navigation skills Service awareness, good manners, distinct ability to work in a team, flexibility, resilience and dedication, diligence and reliability, honesty and discretion The salary is fixed on a local scheme basis, normal working time is 39hrs/week, flexible working hours, willingness to work overtime in return for time in lieu. The remuneration is based on customary local terms and conditions. The contractual conditions are based on local law. Only applicants who meet Singapore's employment and residence law requirements can be considered. The contractual conditions are based on local law. The employment contract is initially limited to one year. The possibility of extension exists. We live diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of cultural, social or ethnic origin, gender, religion or ideology, disability, age or sexual identity. We expressly encourage people with severe disabilities and persons with equivalent status to apply; they will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the applicable legal provisions. Applicants (M/F/D) who are shortlisted will be invited to a selection interview. After a successful selection process, proof of health suitability must be provided (through a medical examination at a clinic of the Embassy’s choice) before being hired. In addition, a personal security check is carried out. Your readiness to participate is assumed. PROCESS We are looking forward to your application by December 27th, 2024, 23.59 pm SGD time (term of exclusion) with the following documents: Letter of motivation in English Complete curriculum vitae in tabular form (passport photo optional) Copy of passport and residence permit Copies of graduation documents/drivers license References and other proof of experience Exclusively by email (all documents preferably summarized in one PDF file of max. 2 MB) to the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany: vw-102@sing.diplo.de Please note that only complete and timely applications will be considered. Application documents will not be returned. Please send inquiries regarding the advertised position to: vw-102@sing.diplo.de Applicants (M/F/D) who are shortlisted will be invited to an interview (oral selection procedure). Interviews will take place on Thursday, January 9th, 2025 . Travel expenses for the interview will not be reimbursed. For more information about the German Embassy: Information on data protection in accordance with Article 13 of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) can be found at this link . #J-18808-Ljbffr