Vacancy Information
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.
Chief Constables' Message
We really welcome your interest in joining our Police Force. It is a privilege to lead the teams in Surrey Police and Sussex Police who continuously work selflessly and tirelessly in order to keep people in our counties safe.
We are looking for talented and inspirational people who put the needs of the public at the heart of everything that they do and who want to make a difference. If you feel you are that person then we want to hear from you.
We wish you all the very best with your application.
Chief Constable Tim De Meyer & Chief Constable Jo Shiner
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;
1. career progression
2. contributory pension scheme (LGPS)
3. generous annual leave allowance
4. discounts for everyday spend
5. generous and supportive parental leave
6. financial and mental wellbeing guidance and support
7. discounted contributory healthcare scheme
8. Tool Allowance
Please use the following links for more information on the benefits of working with or
Further Information
This is a politically restricted position, to view the Political Restrictions Policy for Police Staff
Any further questions please contact Mr Tony Groves, Fleet Technical Engineer
k: 07870 378502
Diversity Statement
We are only as good as our people. It's important that our officers and staff can be themselves in the workplace and we know that as an organisation we'll grow from the variety of thinking, approach, and the skills that diversity brings; all of which help us to deliver a better policing service. We strive to ensure how we deliver our services, provide information and how we recruit is open and accessible to all.
We have multiple staff support groups who help to improve our understanding of minority issues and ensure they are reflected in our work. We are proud members of Disability Confident, hold Race Equality Matters Trailblazer status, are a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and are aligned with the Armed Forces Covenant and the HeForShe movement.
We are committed to being an anti-racist police service. We promise to challenge injustice, ensure fairness and to uphold anti-racist principles in both our organisation and our communities. For more information, you can read our .
We value the differences that people bring from all backgrounds and communities. Regardless of age, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious belief, we would love to hear from you.
Please use the following links to find out more on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion atand
Additional Information
Following submission of your application you will receive a confirmation email with a copy of your application attached. Occasionally emails from this address can fall into spam/junk folders so please ensure this is checked regularly. You may wish to consider addingto your address/contact list to ensure you receive all communications.
This post is being advertised in parallel with Force redeployment processes. Any redeployees who are identified will be given preference. This may result in the post being withdrawn at any point during the recruitment process.
Please note that not all jobs are available for internal candidates across both Forces, the current agreed recruitment principles are;
9. vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
10. vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
11. if the vacancy is advertised externally and an officer or member of staff from the other Force is successful it will result in a transfer of employment
Surrey Police and Sussex Police Special Constables, Volunteers and Agency Staff (excluding self employed workers) covered under the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) are eligible to apply for internal advertised posts.