At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive VIPs safely in an armoured vehicle while ensuring top-notch vehicle maintenance.
- Company: Join the U.S. Embassy team in North Sydney for a unique driving role.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a chance to work with dignitaries.
- Other info: Opportunity to drive for visiting dignitaries and gain valuable experience.
- Why this job: Be part of a prestigious team and make a difference in high-stakes environments.
- Qualifications: 3 years driving experience and a valid driver's licence required.
The predicted salary is between 67592 - 67592 $ per year.
- US Embassy and Consulates in Australia – North Sydney NSW
- $67, 592 + Bonus (performance)
- Full-time 40 hours per week
About the Role
The fulltime Chauffeur works in the Executive Office of the U.
Consulate General, Sydney.
The incumbent operates safely a fully armored vehicle (FAV) to transport the Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM), Consul General (CG), and/or Principal Officer (PO) within the city and the surrounding areas.
Ensures that the vehicle is in clean and serviceable condition and performs minor preventive maintenance.
Duties
- Chauffeur to Consul General (CG) or Principal Officer (PO) 50%
- Safely operates a fully armored vehicle (FAV) to transport CG, or PO within the city and the surrounding areas.
Reacts defensively in response to potential security threat-related situations.
- Safely operates the Ambassador’s Protective Detail’s Lead Car, Follow Car, and DCM Limousines on a rotational basis.
- Acts as alert observer and prevents unauthorized access to the vehicle and the surrounding area while waiting to pickup the COM, DCM, CG, or PO.
- Analyses the daily appointment schedule, ensuring familiarity with both a primary and alternate route to the destination, as well as potential security concerns at destination.
- Serves as a special messenger in delivering documents or invitations or in completing other various errands for the COM, DCM, PO, or CG.
- Vehicle Maintenance 30%
- Cleans, polishes and checks vehicle before and after operation to ensure that it is in serviceable condition.
Conducts vehicle inspection and reports vehicle deficiencies to the supervisor.
Performs minor vehicle maintenance repairs, as needed.
- Reporting 15%
- Completes daily trip ticket after vehicle inspection. Prepares accident and vehicle reports, trip logs and travel documents. Records miles driven daily.
- Other 5%
- Functions as a Motor pool chauffeur, as needed.
Conducts radio communications.
Operates armored/non-armored vehicles.
Drives in motorcades for visiting dignitaries such as the U.
President, Secretary of State, members of Congress, flag military officers etc. as assigned.
Instructs rental car drivers in proper motorcade driving, as needed.
Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Education
- Three (3) years of professional driving experience is required.
- Completion of high school education is required.
- Knowledge of Sydney travel routes and areas.
- Must hold a current and valid drivers license for a minimum of 5 years.
- Must have basic computer skills to maintain reports and for communication purposes.
- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The U.
Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.
All Applicants that apply must have 12 months validity on their visa to be considered for the vacancy.
- APPLICATIONS CLOSE: November 8, 2026
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Chauffeur in North Sydney employer: US Embassy and Consulates in Australia
The US Embassy and Consulates in Australia offer a dynamic work environment in Sydney, where you can contribute to the safety and security of U.S. personnel while engaging with local law enforcement. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from unique training opportunities and a collaborative culture that values integrity and service. Working here not only provides meaningful employment but also allows you to be part of a mission that impacts international relations.
Contact Details:
US Embassy and Consulates in Australia Recruitment Team
