Forensic Collision Investigators

West Yorkshire Police; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional police force is seeking experienced Forensic Collision Investigators in Wakefield to support operations with advanced digital tools. The role involves attending collisions, utilizing cutting-edge technology for evidence gathering, and producing detailed reports. Candidates must possess relevant qualifications and a full UK driving license. This career progression role offers a salary between £37,020 and £42,612, along with generous leave and pension benefits. Flexibility in working hours is included to support the operational needs.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Qualifications

• City & Guilds qualification in Forensic Collision Investigation or equivalent.
• Strong mathematical and physics knowledge.
• Relevant qualification or experience in modern motor vehicle technology.

Responsibilities

• Attend fatal and potentially fatal collisions and vehicle-related incidents.
• Use technology and techniques to gather and analyze evidence.
• Produce high-quality reports for the Criminal Justice System.

Job description

Overview

We are also recruiting experienced FCIs with a strong background in both operational investigation and digital technologies. These specialists will support our FCI Digital Analyst team, applying rapidly advancing digital tools to enhance our investigative capability. This role is based at our Wakefield office and operates Monday to Friday on a flexible working pattern.

Responsibilities

Operational FCIs attend fatal and potentially fatal collisions, and other vehicle-related incidents. The role involves the use of advanced technology and investigative techniques to gather and analyse evidence, producing high-quality reports for Coroner's Courts, the Criminal Justice System (CJS), and partner agencies.

Qualifications

• At the time of appointment in role, to be in possession of a City & Guilds (or equivalent) qualification in Forensic Collision Investigation; strong mathematical and physics knowledge is essential.
• Relevant qualification or experience in modern motor vehicle technology, construction, and function, with ideally some understanding of vehicle legislation.
• Full, current UK driving licence.
• Physical and emotional resilience to work extended hours at challenging and sometimes distressing outdoor scenes.

Organisation

RSSS provides forensic collision investigation services across the Yorkshire and Humber region, covering almost 5,000 square miles and a population of over five million. Our investigators are based at one of four locations - Melton, Sheffield, Thirsk, or Wakefield - and attend a wide range of incidents, from rural single-vehicle collisions to major, complex motorway events.

West Yorkshire Police is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010.

Applicants should be aware that it is not always possible to carry out adequate vetting checks on persons who have not been resident within the UK for the last five years. Therefore, where this applies, applicants may be refused because it was not possible to vet them to the appropriate standard.

For a detailed description of the Competency and Values levels required, please refer to the Competency and values framework (CVF) | College of Policing (this link may be copied and pasted into your browser). This document will assist you in completing the Evidence of Achievement section of the application form. Please note: the Evidence of Achievement section will not be visible until the employment section has been completed.

Salary and progression

This is a career progression role with a salary range of £37,020 - £42,612, dependent on qualifications and experience (see attached role profiles). Depending on location and duties, additional shift and weekend allowances may apply. Successful candidates will normally start at the bottom of the scale, progressing through the scheme following attainment of required qualifications and successful assessments. FCIs also participate in an on-call rota outside normal working hours.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)