Police Sergeant

SeeMeHired; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist policing service is seeking an experienced Police Sergeant to lead a team at the Port of Tilbury. This role demands proven leadership skills and the ability to manage a diverse range of incidents in a dynamic environment. Candidates should hold a Level 3 management qualification and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. A competitive salary and generous benefits package, including 34 days of annual leave and a defined contribution pension scheme, are offered.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Defined contribution pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

GymFlex health club memberships

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to motivate, support, and manage performance effectively.
• Strong planning, organizational, and time-management skills.
• High levels of emotional intelligence to manage conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team and uphold ethical standards in policing.
• Co-ordinate policing responses and manage resources effectively.
• Build relationships with communities to prevent and address crime.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Level 3 management qualification or equivalent

Completion of mandatory assessments

Tools

Operational systems

Databases

Job description

Are you a substantive or qualified Police Sergeant seeking a new and rewarding professional challenge? The Port of Tilbury London Police is inviting applications from motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced Sergeants to join our specialist policing service at London's major port. Applicants must be substantive in the rank of Sergeant or have successfully achieved the NPPF Step 2 Sergeant's examination within the past five years, supported by a level 3 management qualification and relevant operational experience. This is a unique opportunity to police a complex and dynamic environment where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will work within a specialist port policing context, responding to a wide range of incidents and adapting to the distinctive challenges of a critical national infrastructure site.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team upholding values and ethical standards, acting with the highest level of professionalism in accordance with the law, the public interest, and professional policing practice to protect the public by preventing and detecting crime.
• Co‑ordinate and control policing responses and investigations, allocating resources, directing activities, managing risks, and reviewing progress to deliver an effective response which supports law enforcement and enables public safety.
• Supervise and monitor the appropriate handling of information, intelligence and evidence, aligning record keeping with legislation, policies and guidance which enables effective law enforcement and the initiation of criminal justice proceedings.
• Build engagement, co‑ordinate and monitor the establishment of effective relationships with communities, partners and stakeholders, delivering an approach to preventing and addressing vulnerability and crime in line with the force's planned approach.
• Identify and implement opportunities for change and innovation to drive continuous improvement in policing, applying critical thinking to identify solutions to problems in line with evidence‑based practice within own area of responsibility.
• Lead, motivate, develop and engage a team; support and enable continuing professional development through regular review conversations, discussing and agreeing goals and standards, giving timely, specific and constructive feedback and supporting career planning and high performance.
• Lead and foster an inclusive workplace culture, role‑modeling good practice that demonstrates fairness, respect, integrity and accountability, using reflection and feedback to develop and enhance leadership skills and performance.
• Monitor pressures faced by team members, encouraging personal reflection and supporting team members to recognise and address their wellbeing needs to ensure the delivery of an effective policing response.
• Provide specialist advice and guidance to team members to deliver responses within appropriate policies and legislation and achieving the best possible outcomes.
• Support the allocation of resources to enable effective service delivery and efficient use of available budgets.
• Manage performance effectively, assessing the capabilities and development needs of team members, devising appropriate development plans to promote high performance and potential progression.
• Assist with implementation of the ISPS Code by supporting the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) as a Deputy PFSO.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Level 3 management qualification (or equivalent) and completion of all mandatory assessments.
• Proven leadership and team‑working skills, with the ability to motivate, support and manage performance effectively.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt style and approach to suit different audiences and situations.
• Sound planning, organisational and time‑management skills, enabling effective prioritisation and allocation of work.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, including the ability to assess risk and make balanced, evidence‑based judgements.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with colleagues, partners and local communities, including understanding vulnerability and local safety issues.
• High levels of emotional intelligence, with the ability to manage conflict, exercise discretion and defuse challenging situations.
• Ability to interpret and apply policy, guidance and legislation, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Competent IT skills, including the use of operational systems and databases.
• Trained and competent in personal safety tactics, including the use of approved equipment and restraints.
• Full right to work in the UK.
• Full UK driving licence, valid in the UK.
• Physical fitness and medical pass required; successful candidates will also undergo a vetting process required for police officers.

Benefits

• A competitive salary (£53,568–£56,208, in line with national Police pay scales; negotiable).
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 34 days including bank holidays.
• Defined contribution pension scheme with up to 16.5% joint contribution plus life assurance at 4x salary.
• Health promotion events and employee wellbeing initiatives to support physical and mental wellbeing.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) providing free, confidential 24/7 telephone support for you and your family.
• On‑site Occupational Health Team with access to professional support and referrals to services such as counselling, physiotherapy and free flu jabs.
• An annual Christmas thank‑you gift of a complimentary turkey or meat‑free alternative for all employees.
• GymFlex health club memberships offering discounted access to local gyms.
• Cycle to Work scheme to support affordable, sustainable commuting.
• On‑site free parking available for all employees.
• Attractive family‑friendly policies, including enhanced maternity cover.
• Employee discount platform providing savings on UK‑wide restaurants, retail, car rentals, days out and holidays.