Light Vehicle Technicians
1 month ago
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.
Status - Full Time
Contract Type - Permanent
Shift Allowance - No
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.
Are you a skilled and motivated vehicle technician looking for a pathway change and a better work-life balance?
Do you want your weekends back without compromising on your career growth and development?
We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated vehicle technician to join our dynamic team at our Crawley Down Police Workshop.
Work life balance:
We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance. At Surrey & Sussex Police Joint Transport Service you'll enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday schedule, giving you more time to enjoy life outside of work, whilst meaningfully contributing to your vital role within law enforcement.
Do you love solving problems and testing your limits? Professional Growth:
Surrey & Sussex Police provides ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring you stay up to date with the latest advancements, to expand your skill and take on more responsibility, as you progress in your career. Regular dedicated 1:1 Focus meetings will provide you with personalised attention to support your development, so you can excel.
Collaborate with experts in the field, exchange ideas, and contribute to a supportive innovative work culture that values your expertise.
Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Package:
Our comprehensive EAP package provides you with resources and support should you need to navigate personal and professional challenges, ensuring you have the tools to thrive at work and in your personal life.
Our Police workshops are a forward-thinking and inclusive environment that values its employees' well-being as much as their expertise. We believe in fostering a collaborative culture that encourages growth, innovation and a work-life balance. Our commitment to staying at the forefront of technology ensures you'll always be at the cutting edge of your field, making everyday rewarding.
Join us and discover that you can have a healthy work-life balance, while advancing your career in a supportive and empowering environment.
Financial Benefits:
Salary as per above plus £2400 pa Tool Allowance, and £3500 pa Market Supplement.
Carrying out vehicle maintenance/repair
Testing, diagnosing, and resolving faults
Working on electrical and mechanical systems
Dealing with unplanned emergency repairs which on occasion may include remote working.
Commissioning and decommissioning vehicles, including the installation and removal of specialist Police Enforcement Equipment.
This opportunity will enable you to maintain and improve your skills, with a focus on meeting training objectives. We will also encourage your ideas on how we can support our policing colleagues through improvements to vehicle maintenance.
The capability of working to the highest quality standards
Experience of working within a quality driven environment
Maintain high standards of house-keeping
Level 3 minimum Vehicle Maintenance & Repair NVQ or equivalent
UK Driver's license is desirable, but not essential.
In return, we will offer you a competitive salary along with:
37 hour working week (Mon-Fri) for Sussex (with the opportunity to accrue flexi-time) and a 36 hour working week for Surrey (with the opportunity of OT as required); part-time and flexible working patterns also available
24 days holiday entitlement (plus bank holidays), increasing to 29 days after 5 years' service • No weekend working
Excellent local government pension scheme
Increased benefits for longer service, including sick pay.
Paternity and maternity paid leave.
Reasonable flexible working adjustments
Free onsite secure parking
Blue Light discounts in many high street/online stores
Cycle-to-work scheme
Training, support and career progression
Staff support networks
Gym facilities at various police sites
The opportunity to support your community with a rewarding career
Matt Smyth, Crawley Down Workshop Manager
Diversity Statement
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 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 the Stonewall Workplace Equality Index and Disability Confident, a signatory of the Race at Work Charter and 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.
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 at
vacancies in collaborated units are available to all officers and staff across both Forces
vacancies in non-collaborated units are only available to officers and staff within the Force with the vacancy unless it is advertised externally
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.
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