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Dyfed-Powys Police; Brecon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site gym access

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health and Wellbeing Centre

Job summary

Dyfed Powys Police in Brecon is seeking a Crime Scene Investigator to join Forensic Services. You will recover and secure photographic and forensic evidence, attend incidents, and preserve scenes in line with ISO, best practice and the rules of evidence.

You will maintain contemporaneous records, information data, and produce statements of evidence and reports in accordance with the post's requirements. The role also offers support networks, welfare services and flexible working considerations.

Job description

Level of Welsh language ability required?

1

Interview Date

19 November 2026

Closing Date

15/10/2026, 23:55

Job Advert Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Crime Scene Investigator in Forensic Services in Brecon

What you will be doing?

Role Purpose

To Provide Expertise in The Recovery And Evaluation Of Forensic And Photographic Evidence Ensuring Maximisation Of Evidential Retrieval.

1. To provide a digital photography service to meet the needs of the organisation.

2. To attend incidents, secure and preserve the scene, and having due regard for contamination issues record, search and recover evidence in accordance with ISO, best practice and the rules of evidence.

3. To maintain contemporaneous records, information data, and produce statements of evidence, reports, bulletins in accordance with the requirements of the post.

What can you expect?

All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join

24 days annual leave (rises to 29 days with 5 years' service) plus 8 bank holidays

Additional 24 days flexi leave (role dependant)

Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes

Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy.

Staff Support Networks

Flexible working opportunities

Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.

Sick pay provisions

All candidates are subject to vetting and medical checks.

Assessment Date: 27th October 2026

Interview date: 19th November 2026

Diversity and Welsh language

Dyfed Powys Police are inclusive employers and strive to have a workforce representative of the communities they police and serve. We believe that we will benefit from the variety of thinking, approach, and skills that diversity can bring; all of which helps us to deliver a better policing service.

We continue to work towards creating a safe, open culture that is ethical and inclusive of all. We have a range of staff networks and groups to provide specific support and advice, and our aim is to recruit talented people with a diverse range of skills and experience. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, social status, or religious beliefs.

Find out if you're eligible for Positive Action here.

We are committed to being a bilingual organisation and any application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

Information point:

If you require any further information about this role, please do not hesitate to contact: [e-mail]

Or attend our weekly drop-in recruitment event, Wednesday @ 11am - 11:30am here.

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