Job Description

Details

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Reference number

417680

Salary

38,351
Plus location allowance 1,750
A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
GBP

Job grade

Higher Executive Officer
TPB4

Contract type

Permanent

Business area

FCDO Services - Engineering and Operations

Type of role

Engineering

Working pattern

Full-time

Number of jobs available

1

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Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information

Location

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Hanslope, South East England, MK19 7BH

About the job

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Job summary

Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with frequent overseas travel and the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need

Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park

At FCDO Services, we protect the UK's interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings, undertake security systems installations, courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech, and a whole lot more. Our work is varied and crucial in keeping the UK government, its people and information safe. We never lose sight of our people and the importance of the skills that each of our people have. We align your interests, aspirations and development with the business needs to support our current mission.

Job description

Our Security Systems Engineers design, install and maintain technical systems around the world. We design, install, and maintain intruder detection systems, access control systems, public address systems and video surveillance systems among other security system installations.


As an inspirational, motivating and driven team leader, we are looking for somebody who embellishes a challenge. The challenges of working on technical security systems, coupled with deployments around the world, in different environments, climates and cultures. If you're ready to apply your skills and expertise to projects both here in the UK and overseas and be part of our global mission, we want you to be a part of it.

Lead small teams installing security systems in the UK and overseas

When you join us in this important and wide-ranging role, you'll manage, coach and develop a number of small, high performing teams as they install physical and technical security systems at sites here in the UK and at overseas locations. Providing professional input on designs to ensure they meet the necessary standards and customer needs, you'll assist with the preparation of equipment prior to its installation, supervise the team as it carries out the on-site installation, maintain technical drawings and produce post-work reports. Committed to safe working systems and ensuring your colleagues cooperate with risk assessments and Health & Safety policies, we'll also expect you to maintain your own professional development and knowledge of the latest technologies and best practice as you help to support and grow our business.

Use all your knowledge and expertise as you support our global mission

With good technical security system installation skills, along with a Level 3 qualification or equivalent in a relevant discipline, you'll have completed and maintained a form of Health and Safety qualification, including, IOSH, SSSTS, SMSTS or NEBOSH. It's important that you have surveying and installation skills in at least one of the following skill sets - CCTV, IDS, IAPA, ACS or Radio and a fundamental understanding of premises cabling - as well as the ability to write and interpret technical documents. Experience of task managing teams and working in a similar role in the UK or overseas would be desirable, as would an understanding of construction design management requirements.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

We're always looking to improve - just like you. That's why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you'll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, cafe, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.


Want to see your future team's work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk.


If you're successful in your application, we'll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/


To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk.

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you're welcome and valued. It's what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we're recognised as a 'Carer Confident' workplace. And it's how you know you're joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

It all matters.

Person specification

We are looking for people with:


o Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline.


o Extensive experience and practical application of relevant trade skills.


o Complete and maintain SMSTS Health & Safety qualification.


o Proven knowledge and experience of at least one of the following skill sets; CCTV/IDS/PCO/IAPA/ACS/Radio.


o Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage teams and installations.

Qualifications

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline




Complete and maintain SMSTS Health & Safety qualification.

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:


Making Effective Decisions Managing a Quality Service Delivering at Pace

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:


Level 3 qualification in electrical / electronics / telecommunications / engineering or similar related subject. Extensive experience and practical application of academic knowledge in a work environment. Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage teams and installations Knowledge and experience of one or more relative skill set - CCTV/ACS/IAPA/IDS, Radio, or structured cabling. Complete and maintain SMSTS Health & Safety qualification

Benefits

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Alongside your salary of 38,351, FCDO Services contributes 11,110 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.Learning and development tailored to your role. Annual leave starting at 25 days. A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity. A Civil Service pension. Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park. 9 days per annum public and privilege days.

Things you need to know

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Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles , and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.
To apply for this role, you will be asked to provide your CV, a personal statement, and provide answers to some job specific questions.


Your CV should include:

no personal identifying details career history with key responsibilities skills and experience achievements qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.


Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.


Those that are successful will be invited to a MS Teams or Face to face interview.


At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical skills and behaviours.



Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting .



See our vetting charter .
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.



We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles .
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.
The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy .

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Contact point for applicants

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Job contact :

Name : Resourcing Team Email : Fcdoservices.recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk
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Recruitment team

* Email : FCDOServices.recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk