IQB Generator Technician

Job Overview

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

Corporate Services Support

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

The British Embassy Baghdad currently has a vacancy for a Generator Technician , job grade Administrative Assistant (AA)

The jobholder will be responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and repair of electrical generators and their associated Automatic Transfer Switch Room (ATS). This role includes maintaining central fuel tanks and ensuring fuel quality to guarantee the reliable operation of standby and emergency power systems in compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Generator and ATS System Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and scheduled preventive maintenance on diesel electrical generators and ATS (Automatic Transfer Switch) systems. This includes testing, servicing, and ensuring readiness by simulating power failures and verifying correct transfer/retransfer functionality.

• Troubleshooting and Repairs : Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and control system issues in generators (e.g., alternators, speed governors, fuel filters, batteries, coolant) and ATS units (e.g., high current circuit breakers, Socomec units, relays). Replace defective parts and make necessary adjustments to restore full functionality.

• Fuel System Monitoring and Maintenance: Conduct regular inspection and maintenance of central fuel storage tanks, including fuel lines, pumps, and filtration systems. Monitor fuel levels, coordinate refuelling, and sample/test fuel for contamination, water content, and degradation. Implement fuel filtering procedures when necessary.

• Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance tasks, inspections, repairs, and parts usage. Prepare service reports and maintenance logs for supervisor review and ensure documentation is aligned with compliance requirements.

• Safety, Compliance, and Risk Management: Adhere to all local and national electrical codes, safety standards, and environmental regulations. Identify potential hazards, conduct risk assessments prior to work, and implement appropriate control measures to ensure a safe working environment.

• Emergency Response and Availability : Respond promptly to generator or ATS malfunctions and unexpected power outages. Be available for on-call support during critical situations and ensure quick resolution to minimize downtime.

• Supervision and Team Safety : Oversee safe generator operation and maintenance activities. Ensure that team members follow H&S guidelines, especially when handling fuel and electrical systems. Promote a safety-first culture and lead by example in applying all risk mitigation protocols.

• Other Duties : Carry out any other duties as assigned by management, contributing to the overall efficiency and reliability of electrical power systems across the facility.

The above list is not exhaustive, and the jobholder will be required to be flexible as specific responsibilities could change in the future, and this would be at the discretion of the line manager and Senior Management. The job description may be reviewed to meet changes in business needs. The jobholder may also take on other ad hoc tasks as and when required, including participating in the Embassy s emergency planning and any response to a crisis.

Key behaviours required :

• Working Together Form effective partnerships and relationships with people both internally and externally, from a range of diverse backgrounds, sharing information, resources and support.

• Delivering at Pace Take responsibility for delivering timely and quality results with focus and drive.

• Managing a Quality Service Deliver service objectives with professional excellence, expertise and efficiency, taking account of diverse customer needs.

Eligibility:

If you are selected for this position, we will be able to employ you as long as:

• We can obtain the appropriate level of local and UK security clearance for you; and

• You have (or be willing to obtain) the right to live and work in Iraq. Candidate s residence permit and work permit, and the expense to obtain them, will be their own responsibility the Embassy does not provide residence or work permits. If you have any questions about residency and/ or visa requirements, you should contact the relevant Iraqi Government Ministry.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

• Associate degree in Electromechanical Technology, or related field

• Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience maintaining and repairing electrical generators and ATS systems.

• Proficiency in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• Strong knowledge of generator control systems and ATS mechanisms.

• Experience with brands such as Perkins or similar is preferred.

• Analytical thinking and effective troubleshooting skills.

• Good time management, reliability, and the ability to work independently or in a team.

• Basic computer skills for report logging.

• Valid driver s licence

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience
• Technical certification or Diploma in Electromechanical Technology or electrical systems

• Willingness to attend training or certification programs.

Required behaviours

Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together