We are currently recruiting for Police Vehicle Technicians, at Thames Valley Police. Th role is a permanent contract based at Sulhamstead just outside of Reading. PLEASE NOTE DUE TO POLICE VETTING CRITERIA YOU MUST HAVE RESIDED WITHIN THE UK CONTINUOUSLY FOR AT LEAST 3 YEARS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION. ANYTHING LESS THAN THIS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Thames Valley Police depend on well maintained and efficient transportation to help deliver their services to a large and diverse community throughout Buckinghamshire, Berkshire and Oxfordshire. Thames Valley Police Transport forms part of Chiltern Transport Consortium, consisting of Bedfordshire Police, Cambridgeshire Constabulary, Civil Nuclear Constabulary, Hertfordshire Constabulary and Thames Valley Police. That means they need skilled professionals ready to dedicate their time to ensure the combined fleet of over 3000 vehicles are always ready for action. As part of a successful professional team you will be responsible for maintaining, servicing and repairing mechanical, electrical and electronic components of police vehicles and plant to agreed standards, carry out safety inspections, diagnostic testing and problem solving. You will also attend vehicle breakdowns and complete documentation as required including job sheets, service sheets, time sheets and stores requisitions. The purpose of this role is to carry out all mechanical servicing, repairs, MOT tests, equipping for service/diagnostic activities on the forces wide ranging fleet of modern vehicles and other authorised vehicles as instructed. Responsibilities Commissioning Vehicles: Install specialist bespoke police equipment to comply with H&S legislation; construction and use and user requirements. Modify vehicles for user role/requirement through fabrication (design and create) e.g. power management boards De-commissioning: Remove all specialist police equipment, to ensure vehicle meets current vehicle legislation and/or prepare for auction. Advise Supervisor/Lead Technician if alternate action is to be taken. Service & Maintain: A wide range of Police Vehicles that are frequently used under arduous conditions, including armed response vehicles, specialist 4x4's, motorcycles, general purpose vehicles and associated ancillary equipment to very high standards; Safety of vehicle user and public being paramount. Comply with current legislation, manufacturer and force servicing schedules to achieve maximum efficiency and vehicle availability to support operational needs. Diagnose & Repair: Mechanical and electrical faults of a wide range of vehicles to current standards and legal compliance. Liaise with Workshop Supervisor, use manufacturer's software to diagnose electrical and mechanical faults, rework and recalls. Identify if repair is subject to warranty claim and deal with as instructed. MOT's: Undertake MOT tests on fleet, public cars, motorcycles and light vans ensuring compliance with all the requirements of DVSA. Skills and Requirement Relevant City & Guilds, NVQ level III or equivalent Qualification in Motor Vehicle and / or Motorcycle Technology. Recent post training experience in the position of a motor vehicle / motorcycle technician. Valid DVLA licence and proven driving experience is considered essential*. Attainment of C1 and D1 categories would be desirable. Proven ability to work un-supervised or as part of a team with the ability to resolving problems by logical analysis of data or by liaising with others. Good standard of education with proven experience of working with MS applications (e.g. Word, Outlook) and workshop software systems. Proven ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers. Ability to demonstrate empathy, understanding, negotiating and patience. Proven manufacturer based product training. Proven experience of compliance with health and safety legislation. Commitment to Continual Professional Development and training. Current authorised DVSA MOT tester for cars and light vans and / or Motorcycles**. DEFRA (Air Conditioning qualification) would be desirable.If you are interested please respond to the advert above and one of our recruitment consultant will be in contact if your CV is shortlisted. Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser