JOB DESCRIPTION

View Vacancy – BD – Estates Groundskeeper, S2

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

Driver / Messenger

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:

We are seeking an experienced Groundskeeper with 3–5 years of practical experience in general maintenance, gardening, and pool care. This role combines horticultural care with basic handyman duties to ensure a clean, secure, and well-maintained environment across the Residence and associated properties. The position is responsible for maintaining safety, functionality, and aesthetic standards, and includes support for High Commission events and functions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate adaptability, a willingness to learn, creative problem-solving, teamwork, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve:

Handyman Duties (50%)

• Perform general repairs and maintenance across all assigned properties.
• Advise when external contractors are required.
• Conduct regular checks on water tanks, A/C units, and electrical systems; carry out minor repairs and escalate issues as needed.
• Maintain and repair gardening tools and equipment.
• Repair fencing, edging, and other garden structures.
• Assist with water tank cleaning and monthly water meter readings.
• Tend to electrical generator checks and minor maintenance.
• Perform minor plumbing tasks such as replacing hoses and applying temporary fixes for leaks.
• Carry out basic electrical tasks including changing lightbulbs and plugs across the estates portfolio.
• Assist with rubbish collection.

Gardening, Landscaping & Pool Care (30%)

• Perform initial landscaping and ongoing maintenance of gardens and green spaces across the estate.
• Monitor plant health, water and feed plants, mow lawns, trim trees and shrubs, weed gardens, and fertilize as needed.
• Conduct rehabilitation and replanting work, including basic tree surgery, felling, and planting.
• Remove vegetation that may compromise security or structural integrity.
• Maintain clean and safe paths, drainage channels, and pool areas.
• Conduct routine pool cleaning and basic water quality checks to ensure hygiene and safety.
• Deliver and maintain houseplants for High Commission offices on a quarterly basis.

Event Support (10%)

• Assist with setup and breakdown for events/functions, including furniture and equipment.
• Provide logistical support during events and serve guests for large functions (as ad-hoc overtime).
• Ensure event spaces are clean and functional before and after use.

Administrative, Safety and Other Duties (10%)

• Assist with contractor supervision for repairs, maintenance, and construction work.
• Advise management on plant and supply costs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Report property-related issues to the Corporate Services Team.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork by supporting colleagues and following the direction of your line manager.
• Stay updated on FCDO policies and standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned in service of the British High Commission.

Resources managed (staff and expenditure)

• Cost reporting, stock keeping, asset management.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Adaptability: Ability to learn new skills and adjust to changing priorities.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues and supports shared goals.
• Solution-Oriented: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing practical fixes.
• Attention to Detail: Maintains high standards of safety, cleanliness, and aesthetics.
• Physical Fitness: Capable of handling outdoor work and manual tasks.
• Communication: Clear and respectful interaction with team members and contractors.
• Problem-Solving: Thinks creatively and resourcefully to overcome challenges.

Language requirements:

Language: English

Level of language required: Beginner

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

• Technical Qualifications an advantage

Required behaviours

Delivering at Pace

Application deadline

14 December 2025

Grade

S2

Type of Position

Full-time, Permanent

Working hours per week

38

Region

Asia Pacific

Country/Territory

Brunei Darussalam

Location (City)

Bandar Seri Begawan

Type of Post

British High Commission

Number of vacancies

1

Salary Currency

BND

Salary

940

Type of Salary

monthly

Start Date

23 February 2026

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):

The British High Commission is committed to supporting staff development. You will have access to an extensive range of in-house training opportunities, mostly on-line as part of the wider Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office learning and development package.

Working patterns:

Monday – Saturday

Other information:

No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. Foreign Nationals, with assistance from the High Commission, must be able to obtain a permit to work in Brunei in order to apply.

Visa/Passport Requirement: No specific requirement/holds or must be able to secure a local work permit
Security Clearance: Official

The FCDO also operates an agile workforce. To facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time as we may reasonably require.

Additional information

Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Note: All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the online application form completely including the employment and educational details, experience, professional skills and behaviour-based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the applications and incomplete form in any respect may not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.

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

Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core behaviours/qualifications listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time. Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

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Applicants are encouraged to use the STAR (Situation, Task, Action, Result) format to prepare specific examples of when they have demonstrated these behaviours in their application. Using the STAR format to provide evidence of your skills and experience in your application and at interview helps to give a structure. You briefly describe the situation in which you showed the behaviour, and then explain your task in addressing the situation, what action you took and the result of this.

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The start date mentioned in the job 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 clearance.

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