Senior Systems Engineer
Fixed Term Contract for 12 months
Cloud solutions, Automatic Number Plate recognition systems, Crown Prosecution e-files, virtual desktop infrastructure… gone are the days when IT was seen as a ‘support function’. IT is a critical enabler supporting front line policing, crime investigation and linking with partners such as the criminal justice service. We have now combined the expertise from both Thames Valley Police and Hampshire Constabulary into a single department servicing both forces.
If you want a role with a genuine sense of purpose, a more interactive and engaging experience and a unique opportunity to shape our future technology - we believe you’ve found it.
The role
In this role you will be responsible for the design, documentation, installation, upgrading, operation, control, maintenance and effective use of server, storage and client delivery infrastructure to deliver service improvement and / or cost savings. You will be taking the lead on complex design and installation projects undertaking peer review including architectural review and quality assurance boards. You will be required to ensure that operational problems are identified and resolved to support delivery of agreed service levels, within the ITIL framework.
The essentials
• Expert knowledge in a broad range of technical server, storage and client delivery infrastructure technologies with specialism in one or more areas acquired through academic qualification or further professional training and development.
• Able to understand and articulate how the application of ICT technology impacts the organisation, business objectives and processes, ideally within policing.
• Able to achieve significant outcomes through influence and persuasion rather than through direct line authority.
• Effective written and oral communication skills, customer focused, who is a flexible, adaptable, problem solver and able to work systematically within a team and with little direct supervision.
• Proven understanding of IT operating infrastructure, and ITIL.
• Willing to understand new partner systems.
• Good understanding of ICT Operations Management and ITIL Methodology.
• Must have capability to travel to different locations across the Forces and undertake all assignments in a timely manner. For this reason a full UK driving licence is considered essential.
If you are applying for this role as a permanent member of staff, you will be required to have a break in your service before taking up the role.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please send your CV to RecruitmentStaffICT@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk quoting reference 13667.
If you have any queries please contact People Services Recruitment Department on 0845 2 66 66 77 (internal 301 6500) quoting the job reference number.
The closing date for enquiries and receipt of completed applications is Sunday 26th November 2017.
Generous Benefits Package:
• Generous Annual leave – minimum 24 days per annum increasing to 29 days after 5 years
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Performance related pay
• 37 hour working week
• Flexible working
• Employee Assistance Programme (Welfare Services)
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Childcare Voucher Scheme
• Excellent Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Discounts on healthcare, transport, dining, days out and more...
At Thames Valley Police (TVP) we work together to protect our communities. Whether as an officer, staff member or volunteer, you will make a difference and play an important role in helping achieve our mission. As you take on a role with pride and confidence, you will be supported, developed and valued, ensuring you can be at your best in the service of our communities. Learn more About Us.
Working Smart. You will be joining an organisation that strives to improve every day. In the post-pandemic era this means changing the way we work and deliver our services, which brings a number of benefits including a more flexible and capable workforce.
Supporting You. Your wellbeing and safety is at the heart of all we do. Whilst you are doing the work that matters, we’ll be supporting you via a wide range of Wellbeing services, partnerships and initiatives. We have a number of active staff support networks and buddy schemes which you will have access to and can be involved with. We also offer a comprehensive range of benefits and discount schemes, some provided directly by the organisation and others via partnerships including Blue Light card. Learn more about how we will be Supporting You.
Developing You. We promote a culture where your continuous professional development and learning is actively encouraged and where people have the opportunity, and responsibility, to achieve their full potential.
Valuing Difference. We are committed to building a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve and an inclusive culture that not only values, but finds strength in difference. Learn more about how we are Valuing Difference.
Vetting. All posts require a level of Police Vetting as per the National Vetting Code of Practice. The residency requirement is necessary to enable all applicants to be checked in an equitable manner. Thames Valley Police will allow applicants to apply who do not necessarily reach the criteria as long as they have proven UK residency and supporting evidence where necessary. Applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
This opportunity is closed to applications.