Assistant Carpenter, Grade - S2, Islamabad

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require. Job Category Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (Operations and Corporate Services) Job Subcategory Estates Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job :

To carry out effective day to day maintenance work - Any repair work, change the locks, change the nets, shuttering of lintels

To complete carpentry projects related to workshop machine works, preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, new installation and construction works - uplift houses, removing existing doors / windows, installation of aluminium windows, doors, locks, and shuttering where needed

Be available when there is change of occupancy - keep a check on all doors, wardrobes, aluminium windows, mesh, locks, kitchen cabinets etc.

We reserve the right to review, revise or amend the roles and responsibilities from time to time reflecting the changing needs of business.

Roles and responsibilities that a jobholder will be expected to achieve :

• Carpentry works - carrying out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and day-to-day maintenance (DDM) in all office, residential buildings and off compound houses as required.
• Carrying out all carpentry works on workshop machines and bend saw.
• Be compliant with FDCO regulations and Health & Safety standards.
• Working on agreed schedules and timescales. Able to work overtime as and when required.
• Carry out any other maintenance or administrative tasks required in support of the maintenance or projects team

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

Essential on arrival :

At least 3 years’ experience in carpentry work, workshop machinery and operating bend saw

Have driving skills with valid Motor car Driving licence.

Minimum level of education required (completed / passed) - 10th class / High Secondary Certification (HSC)

Language Requirements :

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Desirable :

Required behaviours Delivering at Pace, Developing Self and Others, Working Together Application deadline 27 January 2026 Grade S2 Type of Position Full-time, Permanent Working hours per week 41 Region South Asia & Afghanistan Country / Territory Pakistan Location (City) Islamabad Type of Post British High Commission Number of vacancies 1 Salary Currency PKR Salary PKR 115,873 Type of Salary monthly Start Date 3 August 2026 Other benefits and conditions of employment

For BHC candidates, the Country Based Staff BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.

For other than BHC candidates the basic salary will be  PKR 153,873 per month.   This salary is non-negotiable.

“BHC offers a great benefits package that comprises of Annual Domiciliary cover and Medical Insurance Scheme which includes PKR 1,700,000 floater coverage (Hospitalization) per family for self, one spouse / long term partner and children under the age of 19 or under 23, if in full-time education and not gainfully employed. The Annual Domiciliary cover for day-to-day medical payments is up to PKR 300,000 per family (basis actual bills submission).”

Additionally, The British High Commission contributes to a retirement provision in the form of a mandatory provident fund.

FCDO operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require. The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work / life balance.

No relocation or any other related costs or assistance will be provided. FCDO does not pay for any travelling, accommodation & relocation expenses incurred and / or accept any financial risk, including cancellation or reschedule costs.

Around half of our work forces are women. We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment. We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief, caste, or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.

This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCDO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.