Trades Helper / Truck Driver

Job description

Position Title:
Trades Helper / Truck Driver

Reference:
London-2026-035

Location:
U.S. Embassy London

Closing Date:
June 15, 2026

Work Hours:
Full-time, 40 hours/week

Salary:
£34,842 gross starting salary per annum

Benefits:
- Bi-weekly salary payments
- Merit Based Compensation (Performance Related Pay awards)
- Private Medical Insurance and Life Insurance Plans
- U.S. Embassy Group Personal Pension Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- 22 days of Annual Leave
- 16 paid public holidays (UK and U.S.)
- Season Ticket Loan (Transportation)
- Training opportunities & personal development
- Restaurant facility
- On-site Gym
- On-site Metro Bank

About the Role

Are you a practical problem solver with a passion for maintenance work? The U.S. Embassy London is seeking a skilled Trades Helper / Truck Driver to join our dynamic Facilities Management team!

In this role, you'll work alongside experienced tradespeople, supporting essential maintenance operations across our embassy properties. From electrical and plumbing work to carpentry and HVAC systems, every day brings new challenges and opportunities to develop your skills.

What You'll Do

- Support Skilled Tradespeople Assist with electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, carpentry, and minor construction projects
- Drive & Deliver Operate a Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) Class II truck to support facilities operations
- Maintain Properties Work on both government-owned and leased functional and residential properties
- Track & Report Monitor maintenance needs, keep accurate records, and manage work orders
- Be Part of the Team Collaborate with technicians and Facilities Management staff to keep our mission running smoothly

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

- NVQ Level 1 in Electrical, Plumbing, or Construction (or US equivalent)
- Experience in building maintenance or as a Trades Helper
- Current full UK/EU manual driver's license with HGV Class II qualification
- Good working knowledge of English (speaking, reading, and writing)

ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS FOR THIS VACANCY MUST SUBMIT THEIR APPLICATION VIA THE ELECTRONIC RECRUITMENT APPLICATION (ERA) THIS CAN BE DONE BY SELECTING THE APPLY BUTTON SHOWN.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Month

Published at

02-06-2026

Profession type

Manufacturing / Industrial

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English