Details Regarding the Vacant Post of Artisan
Barbados Defence Force
1. Headquarters, Barbados Defence Force is inviting suitably qualified applicants for the post of Artisan
2. The appointment of Artisan is a civilian post on the Civilian Establishment of the Barbados Defence Force. Among other qualities, confidentiality and trustworthiness shall be enduring character traits which the Artisan must demonstrate at all times
3. Academic Qualifications. Applicants should possess:
a. City and Guilds or Samuel Jackman Prescod Polytechnic Certificate in Masonry, or Carpentry; and
b. Not less than 2 years’ relevant experience; or
c. Not less than 3 years’ experience in the relevant trade.
4. Duties and Responsibilities. The successful applicant will be expected to refurbish war graves in the Military Cemetery of the Barbados Defence Force
5. Skills and Abilities. Applicants should possess:
a. The ability to apply plaster and cut and lay blocks, bricks and tiles;
b. Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials;
c. Ability to make simple arithmetic computations;
d. Ability to operate necessary tools and equipment, such as mixers, compressors, power tools, trucks;
e. Ability to construct forms;
f. Ability to prepare time and material estimates;
g. Ability to determine the quality of materials used;
h. Ability to rig and work from scaffolds.
i. Painting skills
j. Sound knowledge of industry codes and standards.
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6. Salary. The salary of the Artisan is Category V i.e. $30,968.65 per annum.
7. Appointment. The appointment is temporary and may become permanent after three years and is subject to termination by at least two weeks’ notice on either side.
8. Leave. Leave is granted as follows:
a. Vacation Leave. The Artisan is entitled to fifteen (15) days’ vacation leave per annum
b. Sick Leave. Fourteen (14) days sick leave is granted per year
10. Method of Selection. Applicants will be expected to attend an interview with a panel as selected by HQ BDF. Interested persons are invited to submit applications addressed to: Chief of Staff, Barbados Defence Force, St Ann’s Fort, Garrison, St Michael no later than 7 February 2025.
11. Assessment. Applicants will be assessed on the following:
a. Relevant qualifications and professional training;
b. Experience;
c. Performance at interview;
d. General suitability
12. Further particulars for the post of Artisan may be obtained from the Staff Officer Civilian, St Ann’s Fort, Garrison, St Michael Only suitable applications will be acknowledged.