Job Description

Salary: 37,096.50 per annum (inclusive of 13th & 14th months) Contract Type: Full-time Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employm Salary: 37,096.50 per annum (inclusive of 13th & 14th months) Contract Type: Full-time Term Details: This position is a Locally Engaged Staff position, subject to the Terms and Conditions of Employment for LES in Singapore. Job Function: General Services Location: the High Commission of Canada to Singapore Number of Vacancies: 1 Closing date for application: 7 November 2022 at 23:59 UTC/GMT +8:00 Summary of Duties: Under the supervision of the Customs & General Services Assistant, provides transportation for authorized passengers, delivers and collects a variety of items and materials sends visa applications to various embassies for Canadian diplomats ensures proper maintenance of the office vehicle performs other duties as instruction by the Customs & General Services Assistant and/or DMAO. The incumbent may also be required to work shift work that could change on a day-to-day basis Area of Selection: This position is open to individuals who are eligible to work without restrictions in Singapore, who meet all the essential requirements below, and whose applications are received before the closing date. Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Singapore does not sponsor work authorizations directly or indirectly. The Government of Canada is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse sections of the community. Candidates will be considered based on merit. Our organization offers an inclusive workplace where respect, teamwork, and collaboration are part of our culture. Canada's missions abroad are committed to promoting and supporting an environment free from harassment and discrimination, as well as encouraging and supporting employees to learn and develop their skills and competencies. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS Candidates will initially be screened against the Essential Qualifications relating to education, language. and experience. Candidates must clearly demonstrate when applying to the position how they meet each of these essential qualifications. .Language will be assessed further during the process. Education: Candidates will be required to provide proof of the completion of their education. Minimum Secondary school, or an acceptable equivalent through the combination of education and work experience Language: Good communication skills in English (writing, listening, speaking and reading) Experience: Experience as a driver and/or messenger for an Embassy, government department/agency or large firm/private company. Experience in dealing with the Singapore government and foreign embassies. .Experience = minimum 5 years of relevant work experience (experience for the criteria can be combined for a total of five years). RATED REQUIREMENTS Only candidates who meet the education and experience requirements will be contacted for assessment of the rated requirements. The assessment of the rate requirements below may include, but are not limited to, a written examination, an oral interview, role-play, practical tests to evaluate each applicant's knowledge, abilities and personal suitability for the position. Knowledge: Knowledge of motor vehicles' maintenance, safety features, and their operation Overall knowledge of car mechanics and vehicle maintenance Familiarity with Singapore and the surrounding areas Detailed knowledge of street routes and traffic patterns in the Singapore area Thorough knowledge of Singapore and locations of the government and international organizations and Expert knowledge and understanding of traffic rules and regulations Abilities/ Competencies: Ability to manage time, prioritize and meet deadlines with minimal supervision Ability to handle luggage and/or heavy objects Ability to read map, use GPS, judge distances, understand direction, plan routes and estimate travel time Ability to stay clam and perform in challenging/stressful situations Ability to work in a team Sound judgement and discretion Adaptability and flexibility Client focus Communicate effectively in English and Dealing with the public Asset Qualifications: Preference may be given to candidates who have one or more of the following asset qualifications: Having a valid Singaporean motorcycle driver license and experience in driving motorcycle Training and/or certification in defensive driving, first aid and etc. Operational Requirements: Required to be in good health with vision appropriate to the main duty of driving (a medical check will be required) Working hours are Monday to Thursday, 08:00-17:00 and 08:00-14:00 on Fridays Must be able to work overtime on short notice on occasion Must be available for occasional duties outside normal working hours (i.e., evenings and weekends) and May be required to travel on occasion. Conditions of Employment: Conditions of employment must be met or complied with before being appointed to a particular position, and are to be maintained throughout the employment while being the incumbent of this position. - Valid work authorization: Ability to obtain and hold a valid work authorization covering the entire employment period. - Security screening: Obtain and maintain a Reliability Status (security level) which includes a criminal and credit background check from the Government of Canada covering the entire employment period. Other conditions of employment: Candidates must provide their valid Singapore or Permanent Resident NRIC number with their application. Be able to work legally in Singapore at the time of application. Please note that the High Commission of Canada in Singapore does not sponsor any Employment or Work Pass applications to the Ministry of Manpower. Must hold a valid Singapore Driver's Licence. Special Request from Mission / Additional Comments: If candidates meet the factors listed in the asset qualifications, they must also clearly demonstrate how they meet these factors in their covering letter. The staffing process will consist of a review of all applications to ensure that applicants meet the essential requirements. Please note that failure to meet any of the essential requirements eliminates candidates from further consideration in the competition. Only those applicants who meet these will be contacted by the Human Resources Section for an interview or other form of assessment of the rated requirements. This selection process may be used to create an eligibility list of qualified candidates for this and other similar positions, with various tenures, including indeterminate or term at the High Commission of Canada in Singapore which might arise in the 12 months following the completion of this competition. Submit a CV not exceeding three pages. Applications that do not include the requested documents or information will be rejected. How to Apply Submit your application to [HIDDEN TEXT] . Do not include personal data such as age, date of birth, gender, marital status, family status, religion or a picture in your application form, CV nor cover letter (as required). Please only include information relevant to the vacancy as requested in the job poster. You must clearly demonstrate in answering the screening questions how you meet the education and experience factors listed in the essential and asset qualifications. You must provide specific examples to demonstrate clearly how you meet the qualifications. Global Affairs Canada cannot make any assumptions about your studies nor experience. Simply saying you have the required qualifications or listing your current duties will not be sufficient. Instead, you must provide concrete and detailed examples that clearly explain where, when, and how you gained the experience. No additional information will be sought beyond what you submit in your online application. Candidates may be required to upload a CV and/or a cover letter in English or French. These documents may be used as a secondary source to validate the answers to the screening questions. Applications which do not include all of the requested documents or information and/or which are not received by the closing date will be rejected. Candidates who are unable to submit their application due to technical difficulties must report these to [HIDDEN TEXT] prior to the closing date. Failure to do so will result in the application being rejected. Important Notes Only applications submitted in one of the official languages of Canada will be accepted (English or French). The language requirement for this position is identified under the essential qualifications (language). In consequence, the assessment process for this vacancy will be conducted in English. Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidates to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. Candidates must provide an email address that accepts email from unknown users and regularly check their email, including spam folder. Reference checks may be sought for candidates who succeeded all of the assessments. Please note that the High Commission of Canada to Singapore does not reimburse any travel costs to and from interviews/exams nor does it reimburse any relocation costs. Before an offer of employment can be made, successful candidates must provide a local residence address as proof of residence in the specified area of selection. This information is necessary to issue a letter of offer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT] to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. The results of this selection process may also be used to establish one or more pools of fully or partially qualified candidates for similar term, indeterminate, part-time or full-time openings at the High Commission of Canada to Singapore which might arise following the completion of this selection process. For Canadian citizens/residents and Canadian dual nationals, please note that it is your responsibility to enquire with the Canadian Revenue Agency about any possible taxation implications linked to an employment with the Government of Canada. Other Information: Benefit package includes: Paid overtime Eighteen (18) days of paid vacation leave per year for fewer than 10 years of service and Twenty-Two (22) days of paid vacation leave per year for 10 or more years of service 13th and 14th month of base salary (prorated) payable in December Contributions to Central Provident Fund Board and, Insurance coverage for clinical, specialist, hospitalisation, dental and term life. Selection Procedures: The selection process consists of a review of all applications to ensure compliance to all essential qualifications (education, language, experience, knowledge and abilities/competencies). Only those applicants who meet the Essential Requirements will be contacted for further assessment on the Rated Requirements. The High Commission of Canada in Singapore is committed to conducting inclusive, barrier-free selection processes. Reference verifications shall be conducted as part of the hiring process.