RPU Constable Car Driver Transferee - HC613388

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary; Richmond; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force in the United Kingdom is seeking a RPU Constable Car Driver Transferee to join their Roads Policing Unit. The role involves delivering high-quality public service, investigating serious road collisions, and working collaboratively. Candidates must be serving police officers with a Policing Diploma and advanced driving qualifications. Opportunities for career development and benefits such as gym access are offered.

Benefits

Opportunities for career development

On-site gym facilities

Support networks for diverse groups

Qualifications

• Must be a serving police officer from a Home Office Force with no current performance or conduct concerns.
• Must have completed the two-year probationary period.
• Preference for applicants qualified to ride police motorcycles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality public service across the road network.
• Investigate serious injury and fatal road collisions.
• Use intelligence to target offences and offenders.

Skills

Commitment to high-quality service

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Education

Completed Policing Diploma or equivalent

COP Advanced Driving authorization

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

Police Constable Transferee Roads Policing - HC613388

Location: Totton (Southampton); Havant (Portsmouth); Whitchurch (North Hampshire)

Rank: Substantive Constable

Intake Dates: December 2025 and February 2026

Transfer to Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary!

This is an exciting and unprecedented opportunity to transfer directly to our Roads Policing Unit. Working from one of three bases, you will join a team of dynamic officers tasked with delivering to force and departmental priorities.

We are seeking highly motivated, ethical, and inclusive officers committed to delivering high-quality service and legitimate policing within our communities, promoting trust and confidence.

We particularly encourage applications from female and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented within the Roads Policing teams.

This is a unique opportunity to join Roads Policing and work within the Joint Operations Unit, one of the largest collaborative units in England & Wales.

Roads Policing works to the National Roads Policing Strategy, focusing on preventing harm, fighting crime, changing minds, and driving technology and innovation. Our focus is on preventing and responding to incidents across our road network, reducing serious and fatal collisions, delivering high-quality investigations, disrupting criminals, and supporting local policing.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering high-quality public service across the road network and communities.
• Providing 24-hour response to incidents across the strategic road network and districts.
• Investigating serious injury and fatal road collisions; roles may include Investigating Officer or Family Liaison Officer.
• Using intelligence to target offences and offenders.
• Developing and maintaining specialist skills through training.
• Focusing enforcement activities on high-risk roads.
• Delivering effective, intelligence-led patrol activity in partnership with others.
• Promoting public confidence through victim-focused investigations and communication.

What we offer:

• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Support networks such as Wellbeing Champions, Dyslexia Support, LGBT+ groups, and more.
• Benefits including on-site gym facilities and membership of Hampshire Police Leisure and Sport.
• Opportunities to work in a large, prominent force with national influence.

Why work in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight?

Hampshire offers diverse policing challenges, including urban and rural areas, ports, motorways, and heritage sites, providing valuable experiences for officers.

• Proximity to London and the South Coast.
• Beautiful coastline and seaside towns.
• Two international airports.
• Critical infrastructure sites such as ports and refineries.

There are also numerous cultural and family events throughout the year.

Essential experience and qualifications:

• Must be a serving police officer from a Home Office Force with no current performance or conduct concerns.
• Must have completed the two-year probationary period and the Policing Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be authorized to COP Advanced Driving level and trained in Tactical Pursuit and Containment.
• Preference for applicants qualified to ride police motorcycles.

Applicants will need to:

• Meet all eligibility criteria and pass pre-employment checks.
• Attend a 6-day Hampshire and IOW familiarization course.
• Provide last 2 PDRs and evidence of qualifications before submitting the application.