FCIN Technical Auditor

This is an outstanding opportunity to join North Wales Police as a Technical Auditor. 

Location: The role will involve frequent travel to network bases across England and Wales and the FCIN NTC, within the working week.

Hours: To be discussed at interview

The main purpose of this role is to engage at functional level with forces, auditing member forces’ bases attainment against accreditation to ISO 17020 and 17025, the FSR’s Code of Practice and other accreditation requirements. As part of the FCIN team, you will be responsible for developing and strengthening the network; provide support to the FCIN Service Improvement Coordinator. 

You will also be undertaking technical and non-technical audits and identify and record areas of compliance with accreditation requirements. In addition, seek to identify areas of improvement and areas where compliance to the relevant accreditation standard has not been met and record this in audit reports which will be provided to Forces.

What will I need to be considered for the role?

• Demonstrate a detailed technical knowledge of the practical application of forensic collision activities or an equivalent forensic science.
• Hold or be prepared to attain a formal audit qualification.
• Demonstrable experience of negotiating and communicating at a functional and senior level.
• Industry experience of both technical and end to end auditing.
• Previous experience in quality service management and continuous improvement.
• Experience of external audits e.g. UKAS auditing

Hours are also subject to discussion.

Full skills and accountabilities can be found on the attached post profile.

What are our benefits?  

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

• All new starters will have a buddy/mentor to support you when you join 
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Access to on-site gyms and fitness classes
• Option to become a member of UNISON, the public service union
• Discounts from various retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme 
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)
• Support from our Health and Wellbeing Centre including Welfare Officers, Counselling, Physiotherapy and Mental Health Peer Supporters.
• Pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities    
• Generous maternity/paternity and adoption leave entitlements    
• Sick pay provisions    

Disability Confident Employer 

We are recognised as a disability confident employer, we aim to recruit and retain disabled people, and people with health conditions, for their skills and talent. You can indicate on your application form whether you require any support or adjustments to enable you to do the job, or to assist you with your application. 

If you join us with a disability or medical condition, we aim to support you so you can carry out your role effectively. Where possible we’ll arrange reasonable adjustments so you can do this. 

Positive Action - are you eligible?

Positive action support is available prior to the submission of an application form for the following groups who are currently under-represented in this role: People from a Black, Asian or other, Minority Ethnic Background, Females, People with a Disability, People with Neurodivergent condition, People whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth   Click here  to learn more about how this works and our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.  Email the SSFPCrecruitment@northwales.police.uk to request Positive Action.

How do you apply 

The post profile will tell you all you need to know about the job and what skills you’ll need to apply.  

Shortlisting is based on your statement in support of your application. Please ensure you evidence where possible with specific examples, of how your experience, qualifications, skills and abilities meet the minimum/special criteria and/or essential requirements for the role. 

Closing date: 12:00 21/11/2024

If you require any further information, please contact the North Wales Police Recruitment Team: SSF.Recruitment@northwales.police.uk or 01492 804699. 

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