RS282 Forensic Vehicle Examiner ** External**
Bradford
£20,115 - £22,275 per annum
THE FOLLOWING VACANCY HAS BEEN ADVERTISED EXTERNALLY
Forensic Vehicle Examiner (FVE)
Regional Scientific Support Services
Crime Scene Investigation
Bradford
1 permanent, 37 hours full time post (suitable for job share)
Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS) forms part of West Yorkshire Police (WYP) and supplies Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) services to the Yorkshire and Humber police forces. Crime Scene Investigators are locally based within the communities they serve. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Yorkshire area where we are looking to recruit a Forensic Vehicle Examiner (FVE) to be based in Bradford. We are looking for candidates that not only will become experienced FVE’s but have the potential of progressing to a Crime Scene Investigator/Senior Crime Scene Investigator role.
This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who are wishing to develop a career within the Crime Scene Investigation profession. As such, we are seeking highly motivated individuals with an investigative mind-set, capable of displaying a high standard of problem solving ability. You will need to be self-confident, capable of learning quickly and have good communication skills. You will also need to hold a full UK driving licence.
Training
Forensic Vehicle Examiners in the region are trained to high national standards working to strict regulations and procedures. The successful candidates will have all the necessary training provided, which will involve mentoring with qualified FVE’s/CSI’s, followed by a suite of formal training courses all of which will be provided. On successful completion of the initial training you will work independently attending vehicles primarily at recovery garages (predominantly linked to volume crime) recovering forensic evidence in support of criminal investigations.
Remuneration and work pattern
You will be expected to work Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00 and 16:00. You will be paid monthly and you will be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance which increases with service and you will be automatically enrolled into the local government pension scheme. The starting salary is £20,115 per annum, rising to a maximum £22,275 per annum.
Progression
As a large regional organisation opportunities regularly arise for promotion to CSI and Senior CSI roles. All necessary training needs will be delivered by a dedicated in house CSI training team.
Regional Scientific Support Services are committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
This application process will close at 23:55 hours on Tuesday 20th August 2019.
Following the recruitment process a succession list of suitable candidates will be maintained for a period of six months should future vacancies arise in the CSI hubs at Bradford, Leeds and Ossett.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused on the grounds that it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form.
Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
Forensic Vehicle Examiner (FVE)
Regional Scientific Support Services
Crime Scene Investigation
Bradford
1 permanent, 37 hours full time post (suitable for job share)
Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS) forms part of West Yorkshire Police (WYP) and supplies Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) services to the Yorkshire and Humber police forces. Crime Scene Investigators are locally based within the communities they serve. An exciting opportunity has arisen in the West Yorkshire area where we are looking to recruit a Forensic Vehicle Examiner (FVE) to be based in Bradford. We are looking for candidates that not only will become experienced FVE’s but have the potential of progressing to a Crime Scene Investigator/Senior Crime Scene Investigator role.
This is an ideal opportunity for individuals who are wishing to develop a career within the Crime Scene Investigation profession. As such, we are seeking highly motivated individuals with an investigative mind-set, capable of displaying a high standard of problem solving ability. You will need to be self-confident, capable of learning quickly and have good communication skills. You will also need to hold a full UK driving licence.
Training
Forensic Vehicle Examiners in the region are trained to high national standards working to strict regulations and procedures. The successful candidates will have all the necessary training provided, which will involve mentoring with qualified FVE’s/CSI’s, followed by a suite of formal training courses all of which will be provided. On successful completion of the initial training you will work independently attending vehicles primarily at recovery garages (predominantly linked to volume crime) recovering forensic evidence in support of criminal investigations.
Remuneration and work pattern
You will be expected to work Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:00 and 16:00. You will be paid monthly and you will be entitled to a generous annual leave allowance which increases with service and you will be automatically enrolled into the local government pension scheme. The starting salary is £20,115 per annum, rising to a maximum £22,275 per annum.
Progression
As a large regional organisation opportunities regularly arise for promotion to CSI and Senior CSI roles. All necessary training needs will be delivered by a dedicated in house CSI training team.
Regional Scientific Support Services are committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
This application process will close at 23:55 hours on Tuesday 20th August 2019.
Following the recruitment process a succession list of suitable candidates will be maintained for a period of six months should future vacancies arise in the CSI hubs at Bradford, Leeds and Ossett.
Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last three years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused on the grounds that it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.
West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.
For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required please refer to the http://www.college.police.uk/What-we-do/Development/competency-and-values-framework/Documents/Competency-and-Values-Framework-for-Policing_4.11.16.pdf (This link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form.
Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.
No Shift Allowance
This opportunity is closed to applications.