This role is within a unit where Surrey Police and Sussex Police work in collaboration, whilst remaining two separate legal entities/employers with different terms and conditions.
Both Surrey Police staff and Sussex Police staff are employed in this unit on their own force terms and conditions.
Successful candidates may be appointed on the terms and conditions of employment of either Surrey Police or Sussex Police, depending on organisational requirements. A discussion will be held with the successful candidate to confirm the details of location, salary, allowances and hours.
Division / Department - Joint Transport Service
Grade - Surrey Police Grade G / Sussex Police Grade 10
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Salary Grade Range - Surrey Police £32,163 - £38,008 / Sussex Police £34,329 - £37,692
Working Hours - 37.5 Hours per Week
Shift Allowance - No
Politically Restricted - No
Location - Crawley Down
The starting salary for this role will usually be at the bottom of the salary range and will be pro-rata if the working hours are less than full time.
The Role & Key Responsibilities
To service, repair, install, decommission and maintain specialist com’s (Airwave) and data equipment in JTS fleet and external agencies vehicles as directed by line management.
To deal with emergency work as necessary, including remote vehicle equipment breakdowns and repairs.
To replace component units and major items such as Airwave terminals and antenna, MDT terminals, cameras, wiring and other specialist role related equipment.
To attend training courses as appropriate to role.
To operate workshop equipment in a safe and professional manner, with due consideration to H&S requirements.
To maintain records and complete paperwork in a timely manner as directed by line management.
To ensure personal technical and engineering skills are maintained appropriate to role and shared with others internally and externally if required.
To ensure understanding and compliance of applicable H&S regs. (supported by training).
To undertake such other duties appropriate to the grade and character of work as may be reasonably required, including similar duties of a similar or lesser graded post.
Skills & Experience
QUALIFICATIONS:
* City and Guilds Motor Vehicle Technician Cert Pts 1, 2 and 3 (Full Tech Cert) or, City and Guilds Full mechanics certificate (NVQ 3),
* Or electrical, Radio / Communication or Electronic qualification or equivalent Military Qualification.
* City and guilds, NVQ or recognised equivalent in Vehicle Automotive Engineering
IMI Level 2 Electric & Hybrid Automotive Engineering.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
* Relevant experience in a blue light fleet, conversion & system maintenance preferably Police or military.
* Competent with IT office solutions (e.g. MS Word, Excel). Understand and used all the design and printing function of the 3D (SolidWorks) programmes. Create a bespoke vehicle equipment / conversion wiring diagram using Soildworks Electrical, Viso and Word/ Publisher to create user manuals / repair manuals.
* Proven understanding of H&S regulations which include, Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) 1998, Lifting Operation and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) & Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulation (PUWER) 1998.
* Sound communication skills with experience of engaging stakeholders and external suppliers and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.
* Comprehensive experience in and understanding of the criteria and standards relating to the installation of overt and covert Police equipment into both marked and unmarked vehicles.
* Good experience of working effectively as part of a team and able to work effectively on own initiative.
* Proven ability in problem solving and working under pressure with minimal supervision.
* Excellent organisation skills with the ability to continually prioritise own workload and work to strict timescales.
Why Work With Us?
Policing is an exciting 24/7 business and we all have commitments outside work. We’re invested in supporting people to balance their life with work and we encourage flexible working. We encourage agile working, giving you the opportunity to manage your own diary and work wherever you give the best service to the public. This may include flexi-time.
We take pride in looking after our people and offer a variety of benefits;
* career progression
* contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
* generous annual leave allowance
* discounts for everyday spend
* generous and supportive parental leave
* financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
* discounted contributory healthcare scheme
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