Head of Regional Technical Surveillance Unit (TSU) vacancy in This regional post is not geographically tied to a particular area and can be based, following negotiation, in any of the ROCU estate premises or TSU hubs. (19/115)

South West Regional Organised Crime Unit

Job Title: C9178 PO 12-15 Head of Regional Technical Surveillance Unit (TSU).

Location: This regional post is not geographically tied to a particular area and can be based, following negotiation, in any of the ROCU estate premises or TSU hubs. The post holder will be required to travel extensively, both in the region and nationally.

No of posts: 1 x Permanent.

Salary Scale: PO 12-15 £42,759 - £45,801 per annum.

Hours per week: 37

Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen to manage the delivery of an innovative, effective and efficient technical surveillance capability, at all echelons of criminality, across the south west as part of the regional organised crime unit. The role will suit an ambitious, motivated and professional individual who can demonstrate experience of leading a diverse team that services demand from various key stakeholders. A requirement of the role will be to first line manage four team leaders and oversee the only capability that has a visible footprint in every force on a daily basis.

The successful post holder will require strategic perspective and the ability to respond positively to demanding deadlines. They will also require the vision to adapt to a challenging and changing technical landscape. They will oversee the development of new techniques and covert tactics as well as managing a significant equipment budget. Ideally, the post holder will have relevant qualifications and experience of working in a technical surveillance unit or similar covert role.

The SW ROCU was established in September 2010 to disrupt serious and organised crime across the South West of England. It is made up of the five forces in the region – Avon and Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, Dorset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire – to work across the county borders. It brings together the capability and funding to gather intelligence, crack serious and organised crime networks and seize the assets of the criminals involved.

You will also be required to undergo vetting before taking up the post - Police Management Vetting (MV) and National Security Vetting - Security Clearance (Enhanced) Level and must hold a full, current driving licence.

Should you wish to apply for this position, please visit our website: https://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/jobs-and-volunteering/view-vacancies-and-apply/current-job-vacancies/head-of-regional-technical-surveillance-unit/
Job ref: 19/115

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 17th May 2019.
Shortlisting will take place that w/c Monday 20th May 2019.
Interviews will be held w/c TBC.

Working pattern – Flexible working, full time, part time and job share applications will be considered. Please specify if you are seeking an arrangement other than full time and how you anticipate this may be managed in the role you are applying for.

SW ROCU is committed to the development and promotion of equality of opportunity for all.