Programmed Maintenance & Design Officer

Programmed Maintenance & Design Officer -Electrical x 1
Programmed Maintenance & Design Officer -Mechanical x 1
Building & Technical Services
Corporate Assets
Grade F - £36,996 - £43,098 plus £9,000 market Supplement
Merseyside Police

We are expanding our team and seeking 2 programme Maintenance & Design Officers who individually specialise in Electrical installations and Mechanical engineering.

Merseyside Police

We are a dynamic, challenging, and rewarding place to work, we take pride in everything we do. The best performing urban Force as graded by HMICFRS to date, our strategy is simply to put the communities of Merseyside first. We have a strong focus on continuous improvement in the areas we’re passionate about: ending Violence Against Women and Girls; tackling Serious Organised Crime and County Lines; strengthening our approach to Diversity and Inclusion; building trust and confidence through Community Engagement.

You’ll be working for a friendly employer who has a passion for investing in our people and creating the conditions so you can thrive and be your best self. You will be based in our busy Headquarters with free onsite parking, on-site Gym and catering facilities. Our rewards package includes 25 days annual leave (plus 8 public holidays), family friendly policies, flexi-time, hybrid working and local government pension scheme and you’ll also get access to additional benefits that are unique to our organisation in the form of access to many discount schemes and networks

Job Purpose

Electrical SME

To be the single specialist subject matter expert within their own specialism in electrical installations and design in providing and developing design and
construction expertise into the modification of the existing estate and the development of major schemes within the estate strategy.

Mechanical SME

To be the single specialist subject matter expert within their own specialism in mechanical engineering in providing and developing design and construction expertise into the modification of the existing estate and the development of major schemes within the estate strategy.

Knowledge & Experience

Electrical Installation expert

The post holder must be a specialist / subject matter expert in the electrical discipline and ensure the required level of expertise for this role the post holder would be a full member of a recognised built environment related professional institute, preferably but not limited to IWFM, RICS, CIAT, CIOB or RIBA
The post holder will be educated to degree level or hold equivalent recognised Building and design qualification, minimum HNC or NVQ Level 4, with at least 3 years post qualification experience within property maintenance and estate and facilities management sector
The post holder must demonstrate design and technical specification skills and development of designs into schemes. Also the ability to compile tender documents, including specifications, schedules, etc for replacement, improvements/maintenance to buildings, plant, machinery and equipment to
form part for capital and revenue projects / schemes and convey that technical information to others by using various media Extensive knowledge of working in a built environment and be able to project manage building or engineering schemes from inception through to completion Knowledge and experience in the operation of relevant statutory regulations, including asbestos, and an understanding of Health and Safety working practices and procedures is essential which needs to demonstrated by a formal Institution of Occupational Safety and Health qualification (IOSH), and a Construction Skills Certification Scheme managing safety qualification,
additionally an understanding of Asbestos working regulations would be desirable.
Proficient and experienced in Auto cad computer aided design packages is required, together with the ability to understand and prepare working drawings.
A thorough knowledge and practical experience of PCC Standing Orders and Financial Regulations, together with Force Financial Instructions in the procurement of services.
Have knowledge of Sustainability and Carbon Management matters, also the Building Energy Management System to ensure opportunities where changes to the BEMS will deliver energy savings.
The post holder must have good interpersonal and negotiating skills with an ability to work to strict deadlines. Also excellent written and presentation
skills to communicate effectively to Chief Officers Group, PCC and other Senior levels.
The ability to work in a large team, with a diverse workload is essential for the post holder, together with a flexible approach to work and an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
It is essential for the post holder to have a full driving licence and suitable transport to travel to various locations throughout the Force.

Mechanical Engineering

The post holder must be a specialist / subject matter expert in the mechanical discipline and ensure the required level of expertise for this role the post
holder would be a full member of a recognised built environment related professional institute, preferably but not limited to IWFM, RICS, CIAT,
CIOB or RIBA
The post holder will be educated to degree level or hold equivalent recognised Building and design qualification, minimum HNC or NVQ Level4, with at least 3 years post qualification experience within property maintenance and estate and facilities management sector
The post holder must demonstrate design and technical specification skills and development of designs into schemes. Also the ability to compile tender
documents, including specifications, schedules, etc for replacement, improvements/maintenance to buildings, plant, machinery and equipment to form part for capital and revenue projects / schemes and convey that technical information to others by using various media
Extensive knowledge of working in a built environment and be able to project manage building or engineering schemes from inception through to completion.
Knowledge and experience in the operation of relevant statutory regulations, including asbestos, and an understanding of Health and Safety working
practices and procedures is essential which needs to demonstrated by a formal Institution of Occupational Safety and Health qualification (IOSH),
and a Construction Skills Certification Scheme managing safety qualification, additionally an understanding of Asbestos working regulations would be desirable.
Proficient and experienced in Auto cad computer aided design packages is required, together with the ability to understand and prepare working drawings.
A thorough knowledge and practical experience of PCC Standing Orders and Financial Regulations, together with Force Financial Instructions in the
procurement of services.
Have knowledge of Sustainability and Carbon Management matters, also the Building Energy Management System to ensure opportunities where changes
to the BEMS will deliver energy savings.
The post holder must have good interpersonal and negotiating skills with an ability to work to strict deadlines. Also excellent written and presentation
skills to communicate effectively to Chief Officers Group, PCC and other Senior levels.
The ability to work in a large team, with a diverse workload is essential for the post holder, together with a flexible approach to work and an ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
It is essential for the post holder to have a full driving licence and suitable transport to travel to various locations throughout the Force.

Please provide a cover letter outlining your previous experience and a copy of your CV and Qualifications

Click here for the Electrical Installation JDQ

Click here for the Mechanical Engineering JDQ

Click here for the Leadership Framework

Benefits:

Merseyside Police operates a smarter working policy, and our management teams will be happy to talk to you about how we could meet both your flexible working needs and the needs of the role you are applying for.

At Merseyside Police we value our employees, and we provide ample support and training to ensure you excel in your role, alongside receiving benefits such as:

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays Pro Rata increasing to 30 days plus 8 bank holidays after 5 years full service.
Local government pension scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary.
Access to on-site gyms – HQ and OCC
Option to become a member of the onsite unions.
Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
Cycle to work scheme.
Taskers Salary sacrifice car scheme
Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
Flexible working opportunities 7am – 19:00 – ( must work during the core working hours 10:00-15:00 )
Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements.
Sick pay provisions

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

Building a workforce that represents our communities is important to us. We aim to attract & keep people with the best skills & highest potential. We want to attract a diverse range of individuals into our force who might not have considered a career with us before.

We particularly welcome applications from women and black & ethnic minority candidates.

To help us achieve a workforce that represents our communities, we have a dedicated team working to encourage people from diverse communities to build their career with us. They provide support & guidance throughout the application process to candidates from under-represented groups.

To find out more about the support on offer from our dedicated Outreach team please click here or contact us at Outreach@merseyside.police.uk