Technical Officer - Vehicle Team

Metropolitan Police; London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Metropolitan Police as a Technical Officer in the Vehicle Team, driving innovation in covert policing through advanced vehicle technologies. This role involves designing and installing electrical equipment in diverse operational vehicles, requiring at least NVQ level 3 in vehicle technology and practical skills. Work in a dynamic environment while contributing to the safety and efficacy of policing efforts across London. Commitment to diversity and inclusion is a cornerstone of our hiring approach.

Qualifications

• Qualified to NVQ level 3 or equivalent in vehicle technology.
• Valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.
• Ability to work in a small team delivering technical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and install electrical solutions into various types of vehicles.
• Assist other areas of the portfolio when necessary.
• Work within strict safety and legislative compliance.

Skills

Knowledge of audio and camera technology

Understanding of RF communication systems

Good practical tool skills

Interest in vehicle technology and connected cars

Good interpersonal skills

Flexibility and resilience

Good analytical skills

IT literacy

Education

NVQ level 3 Advanced Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Technology

Job description

Job Title: Technical Officer - Vehicle Team

Salary: The starting salary is £45,131, which includes allowances totalling £2,928.

The salary is broken down as £42,203 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £47,668. Plus, a location allowance of £1,928 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

Location: Clapham

Supporting of covert policing through technology solutions.

This Band I role will primarily be in the vehicle team. The primary responsibility of the role holder will be to design and install electrical equipment solutions into vehicles. The type of vehicles will vary according to operational demand and could range from an HGV to a Scooter. Depending on Operational priorities. The Operational priorities will be set by the Band N in conjunction with input from Operational Policing. This role will encompass ‘all types of vehicle builds’ including compliant.

The successful candidate will also ideally have an auto electrical background, Qualified and experienced in maintaining Electric vehicles, College of Policing D course competency or will by acceptance of the role be mandated to complete the course within two years.

The Portfolio in which this role sits has wider responsibilities and although vehicles are the primary responsibility from time to time there may be a requirement to assist other areas.

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) level before taking up the post;

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply now" button below. The application process requires a comprehensive online application form.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 26th June 2025.

Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager. The application review for this vacancy will commence 2 weeks after closing date.

Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview. Interview dates will commence 4 weeks after hiring manager review.

Essential for the Role, e.g. qualifications, licenses, languages, training

• Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• Ideally qualified to NVQ level 3 Advanced Vehicle Electrical and Electronic Technology or ONC level in telecommunications or electronic principles or be able to demonstrate exceptional relevant experience in this specific field.
• Hold a valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points
• Understanding of RF communication systems and a knowledge of mobile cellular, Bluetooth and WiFi systems
• Knowledge of audio and camera technology an advantage.
• Good practical tool skills and knowledge of vehicles essential.
• Keen interest in vehicle technology, connected cars and futures.
• Be able to work in a small team of specialist engineers and Police officers delivering technical solutions pan London
• GPS
• Electrical and Electronic principles
• Basic Understanding of IP principles and networking, mobile phone networks
• Good interpersonal skills and a strong team player
• Flexibility and resilience to changing working environments
• Able to work protracted hours in demanding environments sometimes away from home
• IT literate with a willingness to learn and understand bespoke platforms
• Possess good analytical skills
• Good standard of general education with the ability to write comprehensive reports to a high standard
• Work within a stringent safety and legislative regime and take responsibility for ensuring compliance
• Be willing to undertake residential training.

The following competencies will be tested against during sift:

• We take ownership at level 1

Disability Confident Statement

The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.

As a Disability Confident employer, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

The Met is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to ensure disabled applicants can perform at their best. If youneed any reasonable adjustments or changes to the application and recruitment process, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence.

Please note, if you are applying for a police officer role or to become a police community support officer (PCSO) or designated detention officer (DDO), there is a minimum requirement that you must pass a job-related fitness test (JRFT) at point of entry. This does not apply to police staff roles. Find out more aboutpolice fitness standards .

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