Estates Maintenance Technician (Grade S1), Bengaluru

About the role

The British Government's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) is hiring an Estates Maintenance Technician (Grade S1) in Bengaluru. The post supports the day-to-day upkeep of the British Deputy High Commission office and residential properties through routine maintenance, minor repairs and practical support tasks, helping keep a safe and functional working environment. The jobholder reports to the Corporate Services Officer, Estates & IT, and supports the Corporate Services team with equipment checks, contractor coordination, health and safety routines and general operational tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Estates maintenance and minor repairs (50%): routine walk-around checks, grouting, tile and wall repairs, basic electrical and plumbing work, carpentry, drilling and installation, minor painting and decorating, and weekly alarm and monthly radio testing.
• Equipment, asset and routine testing support (15%): cleaning and maintaining air purifiers, PAT testing of portable equipment, coordinating vendors and service providers, and maintaining handyman tools.
• Contractor and vendor support (15%): escorting and monitoring contractors, collecting spare parts and materials, and assisting with site preparation and post-work checks.
• Health, safety and compliance support (10%): basic health and safety checks, fire safety, first aid and emergency preparedness, and following safe working practices.
• Corporate Services operational support (10%): event and meeting room set-up, basic quotations and procurement support, and flexible practical support during operational pressure or official visits.

Required profile

• ITI or Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, Civil Engineering or a related technical field, or Polytechnic.
• At least one year of relevant maintenance, facilities, estates or handyman experience.
• Good practical knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance work.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, apply safe working practices and escalate safety risks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, teamwork and willingness to learn new skills.
• Willingness to work extended hours, weekends or holidays; overtime pay is provided as per HR policy.
• Good working knowledge of English; knowledge of Kannada or other local languages is desirable.