Job summary
Do you have experience of working in an Enforcement environment?
Can you build solid working relationships with internal and external stakeholders?
Are you someone who is happy to communicate at all levels?
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Job description
The role of the Enforcement Policy Specialist is to provide support and advice to DVSA staff, our customers, and stakeholders on legislation and Department for Transport (DfT) policies for the enforcement of road traffic legislation. Helping to develop and integrate new policies and procedures into front-line enforcement.
The role focuses on roadworthiness enforcement policy development and advice including road vehicle construction and use, vehicle emissions, vehicle lighting regulations, special types general order (STGO), load security, vehicle dimensions, post collision examination and maintenance investigations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to;
1. Using expert technical knowledge work with the policy manager to develop enforcement products from inception through to implementation and if necessary, closure.�
2. Analyse data and information to highlight the benefits of policy change by outlining costs, benefits, risks and potential responses to each, seeking input from key stakeholders to inform decision making and help build engagement.�
3. Work with other areas of the business, beyond enforcement policy to ensure that developments take appropriate account of wider requirements.�
4. Provide expert technical product/policy advice and guidance to internal and external stakeholders and customers/end users on any component of the product lifecycle.�
Please watch this video to find out more on the work we do.�
For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached
Person specification
To thrive in this role, you will have strong enforcement experience, allowing you to review, maintain and support others regarding the enforcement of road traffic legislation.
You will be able to utilise your expert technical vehicle knowledge to develop and improve the effectiveness of DVSA�s enforcement policies, creating instructions for staff and highlighting the benefits/risks of potential policy changes. You have experience of Public Service Vehicles accessibility regulations, as well as experience of onboard diagnostics and vehicle telematics.
You will have exceptional communication skills and can express yourself in a confident and concise manner with colleagues at all levels. You will represent the Agency in a professional and clear manner, ensuring key messages are presented to both internal and external stakeholders.
You have good awareness of current enforcement operating instructions, enforcement sanctions policy and categorisation of defects.
You are self-motivated and have a keen interest in the evolution of the motor industry and this will allow you to foresee potential changes that need to be implemented.
Additional Information
This role can be based in, ,,, or, your presence at one of these locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites, work locations or events count towards this.�
Please note that there is a requirement for frequent travel across the UK and possible European travel, including overnight stays.
Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement, for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 30 hours per week.
Please take note that DVSA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.�
About Us
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably.�
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We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.�
We�re working hard to:��
5. make roads safer.
6. improve services for our customers.�
7. make road transport greener and healthier.
8. harness the potential of technology and data.�
9. grow and level up the economy.�
�To find out more about how we champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace and making DVSA a great place to work visit our .�
Licences
Applicants must hold a full and current UK driving licence.
Qualifications
Minimum ONC or equivalent in Motor Vehicle Engineering / Maintenance & Repair, please see the attached qualification list.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
10. Seeing the Big Picture
11. Making Effective Decisions
12. Communicating and Influencing
13. Delivering at Pace
Benefits
Alongside your salary of �32,603, Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency contributes �9,445 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
14. This role attracts an technical allowance of �1,450 - allowances are regularly reviewed and may change or be removed.
15. An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
16. Generous Annual Leave - 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30.
17. 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King�s birthday.�
18. Latest IT and Tech devices.�
19. A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
20. Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level.
21. Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names.
22. Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing.�
23. Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers.
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