General Services Team Member Ref. 1957

We are an intelligence, security and cyber agency with a mission to help keep the UK safe. Our purpose is to pioneer a new kind of security in this ever more complex world.

Our people use cutting-edge technology and their combined ingenuity to identify, analyse and disrupt threats to us all. We work closely with MI5, the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), law enforcement, the military and international partners to counter real-world and online threats from a broad range of adversaries.

GCHQ, the longest standing code-breaking intelligence agency in the UK, is offering you an exciting opportunity to join our General Services Team.

THE ROLE

The General Services Team are responsible for keeping the site clean and hygienic on a day to day basis, moving furniture for events and storage, as well as maintaining the vehicle fleet, ensuring the vehicles are clean and in a tidy condition. Other duties will involve collection and destruction of classified waste, stock management of General Services Store, courier duties, occasional driving duties and use of the site Forklift (training will be given).

The successful candidate must hold a valid UK Driving Licence.

While the role is challenging, our flexible working policy ensures a healthy work-life balance. Wherever possible, we accommodate reduced hours or job share options, balanced against business needs.

REQUIREMENTS

GCHQ prides itself on having a diverse work force from all walks of life. We aim to have a fully inclusive culture and all staff are expected to be positive role models in such an environment.

Role requirements are:

• 2 GCSEs grade C or higher (or equivalent) are desirable however in the absence of these relevant experiences will also be considered
• Able to work independently and in a team using your own initiative to complete tasks
• Have good customer service skills and effective communication, both verbally and written
• Able to manage time and priorities in a busy and demanding role, sometimes at short notice

If you’re excited about working with us and think you have some of what we’re looking for but aren’t sure if you’re 100% there yet… Rule yourself in and give it a go!

COMPETENCIES

• Working with and Leading Others
• Contribution to Delivery
• Managing the Customer Relationship
• Corporate Vision and Efficiency
• Change and Innovation
• Analysis and Decision Making
• Communications and Knowledge Sharing

Further information on the competencies can be found at Recruitment Process

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

At GCHQ we’re proud of our inclusive and supportive working environment that’s designed to encourage open minds and attitudes. As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we’re committed to helping you fulfil your potential. With comprehensive training and development opportunities, tailored to your needs and the requirements of your work, we’ll enable you to flourish in your role and perform to the very best of your abilities.

ABOUT US

As one of Britain’s intelligence agencies, we unlock the complex world of communications to keep our nation safe. We work closely with MI5 and MI6, our partners in the intelligence community, to safeguard Britain’s people, interests and businesses from various threats. Think cyber-attacks, espionage, terrorism, and organised crime. It’s challenging, varied and meaningful work that you simply won’t find anywhere else.

SALARY

Salary of £18,920 p.a.

LOCATION

Roles will be based in Scarborough.


SELECTION PROCESS

To apply for this position, you must meet our nationality, residency and security requirements.  You’ll find more details here: .

As users of the disability confident scheme, we also guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for our roles.

Once we’ve established that you meet our eligibility criteria, the next steps of this selection process are:

- CV upload
- Application evaluation and sift
- Personal interview*
- Drug Test

*Interviews will be held in Scarborough
    
If you are successful and receive a job offer, this is conditional upon completing our developed vetting (DV) process which enables you to obtain the level of security clearance required to perform this vital role.

The closing date for applications is Monday 2nd December 2019, however if we receive the amount of applications required, we may close the vacancy early. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close the advert early.