RS662 Forensic Collision Investigator (Entry Level) *External*
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Forensic Collision Investigators (Entry Level)
Regional Scientific Support Services
Yorkshire and Humber Region cover -
based in Melton, North Ferriby, Humberside
2 Full Time (37 hours) Permanent Positions
£35,526 to £37,692 per annum plus shift and weekend working allowance
West Yorkshire Police, the lead Force for the Yorkshire and the Humber Regional Scientific Support Services (RSSS), is looking to recruit trainee Forensic Collision Investigators (FCI). Part of West Yorkshire Police, the RSSS provides forensic collision investigation services to the Yorkshire and Humber Police Forces. FCIs work regionally but operate from one of four bases: Melton (near Hull), Sheffield, Thirsk, and Wakefield. The service covers the whole of the Yorkshire and Humber region (bisected by three of the north’s busiest motorways) - an area covering close to 5000 square miles with a population of over 5 million. Our experts attend scenes ranging from single vehicle collisions on country lanes, to multi-vehicle incidents on motorways.
The role of an operational FCI is to attend the scene of fatal, and potentially fatal, collisions, as well as other vehicle related incidents. Using cutting edge techniques and technology, the role also involves collecting and collating evidence, and producing reports for presentation to Coroner’s Courts, the Criminal Justice System (CJS) and related third parties.
The key requirements…
• The ability to attain a City & Guilds, or equivalent, qualification in forensic collision investigation - sound mathematical ability and an understanding of physics is, therefore, essential.
• A relevant qualification in, or experience of, all types of modern motor vehicle technology, construction, and function, and ideally some knowledge of the law relating to such vehicles.
• A full current UK driving licence.
Additionally, you will have the physical and emotional resilience to deal with protracted hours at outdoor scenes, which at times may be distressing.
Remuneration and Training
During training, you will be located at the Wakefield base where RSSS is equipped with a dedicated training centre for FCIs. Upon initial appointment, as a trainee, you will be invited to attend the training centre to complete a City & Guilds assured qualification in forensic collision investigation.
Once you have completed the initial training programme, you will be based in our operational base, located in Melton, Humberside on an operational shift pattern (covering on-call and night time working).
As part of a career progression scheme, those appointed will be expected to develop to an advanced level. Advanced level FCIs attract a salary within the range £38,754 to £40,893 per annum with an additional shift enhancement payment of up to 20% and an additional weekend working allowance.
Employment benefits include a generous annual leave allowance, which increases with service, and a Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Application Process
Applicants successful at the shortlisting stage will be invited for assessment to measure mathematical and mechanical ability. This will provisionally take place on Thursday the 12th of June, at our operational base in Wakefield.
Applicants successful at the assessment stage will be invited to a one-day selection centre, including interview. This will provisionally take place on the 20th of June (location to be agreed).
Successful candidates will be required to attend initial training courses in September 2025.
The 2024 version of the Competency Values Framework applies to this process. Please disregard the old link to the 2016 version which is contained in the role profile.
This vacancy will close 2nd June at 23.55 hours.