DIO - Security Technician

2 months ago

London, United Kingdom Ministry of Defence Full time

Job summary

Do you want to work for the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and care for the Defence Estate? DIO enables Defence to live, work, train and deploy, all with sustainability in mind. From net carbon zero accommodations to runways for the F35 fighter jets; our outputs are unique in the UK and across the globe

About DIO

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Learn much more about DIO in our Candidate Information Guide attached.

About Security Services Group (SSG)

Security Services Group (SSG) is a business unit within the DIO which assists the MoD and the wider Government Estate in meeting its security requirements. SSG provides specialist security advice, compliance, and assurance to areas of the public sector that require the highest levels of security protection. We are the Government�s expert provider specialising in design, installation, and maintenance of both custom in-house security systems and highly accredited commercial products on the government estate. Working as part of a 230-person team, we provide full life support services to UK Defence and Government sites throughout the UK and overseas.


Job description

We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG�s London Team which has its headquarters based in Woolwich.�

You will have the chance to work on a variety of technically sophisticated projects protecting UK Defence and Government sites.�For most of the time you will be working in the field travelling between various government and military sites. We will provide you with the choice of a non-liveried company vehicle to work in your region and you can opt in to use this for personal use.�

Person specification

We require professional individuals to serve SSG customers on a wide range of security systems including Intruder Alarm (IAS), External & Perimeter Intruder Detection, Video Surveillance (VSS), Automatic Access Control (AACS) and Control Room IAS and VSS & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems.

Specific system training will be provided.

Other duties include:

Being the key point of contact to customers on a day-to-day basisAttending to maintenance and installation enquiries during core hoursParticipating in an on-call rota to provide 24-hour emergency cover for the serviceConducting checks and audits on customer systemsAccurately estimating costs of materials and labour needed for minor works, additions and alterationsOrdering materials from suppliers and providing equipment lists to the Project ManagerProviding technical assistance at all levels and building solutions to technical and design problemsUndertaking trade supervision for subcontractorsEnsuring all job-related administration is accurate and reported in a timely wayAdherence to work-related and site related health and safety guidelines

Your time will be typically spent working within your allocated region, however as SSG are involved in overseas projects there are opportunities to work for short periods of time for our overseas teams. This role will also require operating away from home providing support within the region and to the other SSG UK regional teams, staying in overnight accommodation as required.

Once onboarded, it is accepted that successful candidates will be expected to achieve the higher Developed Vetting security clearance level; assistance will be given on the application process.

Allowances:

The following allowances are payable in addition to basic salary: �

Market skills allowance (�4,000)Outer London Weighting RRA (�1750)

Where applicable, the following allowances are payable in addition to basic salary: travel time (where travel is external to core hours), on-call allowance, recall-to-duty allowance, environmental (Radiation) allowance, travel and subsistence package when working out of your region and overtime.

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

Employment Hours:

You will be contracted to work 37 hours a week, typically between 08:00-16:00, however through travel time, overtime and on-call duties you will have the opportunity to increase your potential earnings. For example, some SSG technicians regularly carry out an optional 10+ hours per week in travel time and overtime.

Further information can be obtained on enquiry.

Desirable Experience & Skills:

Memberships:

Engineering Council�Security Institute

Qualifications:

HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalentNVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalentONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent

Environmental Factors and Hazards:

The applicant may be required to undertake occasional work within Radiological and Explosive Storage areas.

Licences

Full UK Driving Licence with a maximum of 6 points.
Driving a vehicle is a requirement of the job; field technicians are tasked from home and are provided with a vehicle to carry their tools and equipment to/from sites which are remote and not accessible by public transport and in response to SSG�s 24/7 On Call Rota.

Qualifications

A Recognised, relevant Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and/or Engineering qualifications. Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, Video Surveillance Systems and Access Control Systems.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

Working Together

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

SSG Functional Competence Area 1: Electronic Security Installation � Practitioner

Benefits

Alongside your salary of �29,333, Ministry of Defence contributes �8,497 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. 25 days annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years� serviceContinuous professional development within the security fieldLaptop, tablet, and mobile phoneBrand new comprehensive tool kitEnhanced parental leaveAccess to Defence Discount ServiceSpecsavers eye test vouchersAccess to the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) (fees apply)Access to the Civil Service Club in London (fees apply)Most sites have free car parking, Sports & Social Clubs, Gym, on site shops and subsidised canteens.Opportunity to join one of our several D&I Networks; We value diversity and are committed to being an equal opportunity employer

The post does not offer relocation expenses.

External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at .

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

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