Forensics Data Technician

Adecco; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Forensics Data Technician in Bristol. This role involves managing forensic submissions, evaluating evidence, and assisting in examinations while ensuring compliance with relevant policies. Candidates should have administrative technical experience, clear communication skills, and the ability to handle sensitive materials. This permanent position offers a full-time contract at an hourly rate of £14.10.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to work with graphic and traumatic images without undue distress.
• Administrative experience in a technical environment with keen attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills at all levels, including the ability to provide evidential reports for court.
• Methodical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to draw logical conclusions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage the receipt and return of digital forensic submissions.
• Evaluate submissions based on relevance to investigations, risk, and cost.
• Log media submissions and assist in the examination of evidence.
• Handle material in accordance with the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996.
• Act as a receptionist, managing visitor access and appointments.
• Collaborate with specialist companies for software and hardware procurement and training.

Skills

Ability to work with graphic and traumatic images

Administrative experience in a technical environment

Clear communication skills

Methodical problem-solving approach

Job description

Job Opportunity: Devon and Cornwall Constabulary – Forensics Data Technician

Location: Bristol

Contract Type: Temporary | Full Time | Hourly Rate: £14.10

Are you passionate about technology and forensic data? Do you possess a keen eye for detail and an analytical mindset? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our client Devon and Cornwall Constabulary as a Forensics Data Technician!

About the Role

As a vital member of the South West Regional Forensics team, you will provide essential technical support to Data Forensics, ensuring compliance with Force policies and procedures. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing Forensic Submissions: Monitor and manage the receipt and return of digital forensic submissions, ensuring the integrity of evidence.
• Evaluating Evidence: Evaluate submissions based on relevance to investigations, risk, and cost.
• Assisting in Forensic Examinations: Log media submissions, create electronic files, and assist in the examination of evidence, including removable media.
• Compliance & Storage Management: Handle material in accordance with the Criminal Procedures and Investigation Act 1996, ensuring proper storage and destruction of images.
• Reception Duties: Act as a receptionist, managing visitor access and appointments.
• Liaison & Coordination: Collaborate with specialist companies for software and hardware procurement and training.

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A strong ability to work with graphic and traumatic images without undue distress.
• Administrative experience in a technical environment with keen attention to detail.
• Clear communication skills at all levels, including the ability to provide evidential reports for court.
• A methodical approach to problem-solving, with the ability to draw logical conclusions.

Special Conditions

As this role involves handling sensitive material, you will need to complete mandatory health and safety training and pass a vetting clearance.

Equality & Diversity

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.