Driver

Driver (SZ2 – Internal & External) Pokhara

British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN), UK Ministry of Defence (MoD)

Apply before: 03 February 2026

Ref No: 129 Issued Date: 19 January 2026

Contents:

Location

About the job

Benefits

Things you need to know

Apply and further information

Location:

HQ British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN)

British Gurkhas Nepal BGN(Pokhara)

Nepal

No of Vacancies: 1

About the job:

Introduction:

The individual will be employed by BGN as a Driver. He will be responsible to safely transport visitors and passengers as well as various goods, store items and other materials to and from different locations in a timely manner. His responsibility also includes arranging regular cleaning and maintenance services for the vehicles and planning routes based on road terrain and traffic conditions.

In BGN, our civilian staff underpin and facilitate our ability to recruit Gurkhas into the British Army.   In BGN we believe your unique experiences, view and understanding of the world could provide a vital perspective and contribution to our work.

We recognise that great minds do not think alike and are striving to increase our diversity representation at all levels.   As an equal opportunity employer, we hire, train, and promote people based on merit and inspire to create an inclusive workplace free of discrimination. All job adverts in BGN are subject to fair and open competition.

This position is advertised at 40 hours per week.

Job description:

• Driving is to be done only when it is authorised to do so, and he must comply with Road Transport Movement Regulation - JSP 800 Chapter 10. He is to keep the record of his daily Driving Hours and not to exceed maximum daily driving and working hours in no circumstances.
• Carry out Vehicle Fault reporting procedure and chain by the individual as necessary.
• Carry out routine service and maintenance of vehicle/equipment as directed by Motor Transport Sergeant/Workshop Foreman (MT Sgt/Wksp FM).
• Keeping security of the vehicle both inside and outside the camp.
• Responsible for cleanliness of the vehicle – preparing it for formal inspection as directed by MT Sgt BGP.
• Responsible for the possession of proper driver and vehicle documents i.e. driving licence/FMT 600 and signed F/MT 1001A (VUR) and vehicle document.
• He is to be familiar to drive heavy vehicle including People Caring Vehicle (PCV) and take responsibilities of load and passengers. He is to ensure the safety of the passengers and the vehicle while parking outside of the MOD premises.
• He is to be familiar with the Speed Limits, RTA/Breakdown procedure and documentation.
• He is to be smartly dressed at all the time.
• Account and maintain all Complete Equipment Store (CES) item in accordance with CES list.
• Account ET and Miscellaneous Storage Account (MSA) items as per Equipment Table.
• He is responsible to ensure the use of seatbelts and child restraints.
• He is to ensure the roadworthiness of the vehicle prior to start the journey and must clean and refuel the vehicle on completion of the task.
• He is responsible to carry out all L1 jobs where possible and report to Detail Clerk/ MT Sgt/ VMs if the vehicle is non-task worthy.
• Responsible for end of month vehicle closedown procedure (i.e. close (Authority to use document) ATUD, refuelling vehicles) and return the ATUD to detail clerk.

You will be an individual with energy, enthusiasm and experience who will relish the opportunity of working in BGN and thrive in a challenging environment. Driver is to follow the instruction given by the Line Manager adhere to Job Description for guidance and contribute diligently towards the team. Candidate should be able to work well in a team understanding the duty. Must be able to demonstrate the behaviours which is available as a link below.

Success Profiles (click here to learn about Behaviours required for this job)

Work Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of proven Driving experience
• Driving license category, A, B, F, G and training is essential for this role to deliver the job responsibility effectively and efficiently with good sense of customer service.

Qualification:

• Academic – Secondary Education (SLC/SEE) - Minimum
• Technical/Job related
  • Basic knowledge of vehicle mechanical system, Road Traffic Accident (RTA)/ road Traffic Incident (RTI) procedure, navigation skills and General knowledge of oil and lubrication.
  • Knowledge on Complete Equipment Schedule and safe and correct use of these equipment, Basic knowledge of servicing and maintenance check of the vehicle and Knowledge of BGNSI 4.04 Mechanical Transport Standing Order (MTSO) and BGN UECD.
  • General knowledge of Drivers’ Hours regulation and other MT related documents (ATUD, FMT 600 and Transport request forms) 
  • Basic knowledge of LV1, LV2 jobs, Fault reporting procedure and transport booking procedure), knowledge of FMT 1000 series, 1084A and FMT 1005 and understanding of MT/ BGN organization.
• English – Good Written and Spoken
• Nepali – Good Written and Spoken

Selection process:

The ideal candidate will have a keen interest in understanding their duties and be familiar with all relevant Health and Safety awareness. They will also have knowledge of equipment care. Should have communication skills in both English and Nepali, navigation skill, and a good sense of road safety awareness. Be physically fit and capable to undertake arduous work. Candidates must hold the driving license category A, B, F, G and ensure their experience and qualifications meet above written requirements.

Candidates meeting the standard and job requirement will only be sifted for Written and Practical Test taken by MT Sgt, BGP in Pokhara, followed by interview selection on MERIT basis.

Behaviours:

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: See this Success Profiles (please ensure you have read this and are well conversant with the behaviours asked for selection and interview).

• Managing a Quality Service
• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing

Benefits & Working Environment:

• Salary 66,242.00 NPR per month (Permanent).
• Gratuity after completing 3 years’ service.
• Dashain Bonus & Retirement Funds (EPF) & CIT (Optional).
• Annual leave 25 days and public holidays 10 days.
• 100% reimbursement of medical expenses for Job Holder and limited reimbursement for immediate dependents.
• Child allowance up to 18 years.
• Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all terms and conditions and pay-related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Things you need to know:

Security Check:

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is a Govt of Nepal Police Report for employment in Nepal.

This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours and Experience.

We will assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Success Profiles (Please ensure you have read this and are well conversant to the behaviours asked for)

Candidates will be required to provide Prior Employment details to include job history; qualification details and previous skills and experience using the BGN Application Form ONLY. NO CV’s to be attached. 

Candidates will be required to provide a statement of suitability of no more than 250 words. Please provide experience relevant to the role. (Please don’t repeat your Job history and Qualifications/Training in this section).

Nationality requirements:

Open to Nepali nationals only.

Apply and further information:

• Please use this Application Form.
• Please include “Job Advert 0129” in your subject line.
• No CV and Certificates to be attached.
• Fully Completed Application Forms are to be emailed to: Bgn-CS-Hiring@mod.gov.uk
• Incomplete Application Forms will be rejected and will not be considered.
• Selection will take place by the month of February 2026 at the British Gurkhas Nepal (BGN)

Applicants who influence or manipulate the selection/recruitment process in any form/way will be disqualify for this job and future employment with BGN.

Contact point for applicants:

Email: Bgn-CS-Hiring@mod.gov.uk