Join Us in Shaping the Future of West Mercia Police
Applications are now open for exceptional leaders in our Detective Chief Inspector promotion process
West Mercia Police is inviting applications from exceptional leaders who want to make a real impact. If you’re seeking a supportive workplace, varied opportunities, and a rewarding career, West Mercia could be the place for you.
We're a large enough force that there’s huge variety in the work we do, covering all types of policing; but we are small enough to be able to foster strong relationships both internally and with the communities we serve, demonstrated with consistently high rates of public confidence.
Who are we looking for?
We welcome applications from substantive Detective Inspectors, as well as substantive Detective Chief Inspectors. Applicants must have completed NPPF Step 4 and acquired PIP Level 2.
Candidates should demonstrate:
• Proven command and leadership experience
• Managing risk, performance, vulnerability and investigation
• A track record of improving services for the public
• An ability to effectively engage with partners, stakeholders, and communities
• Continuous non mandatory CPD activities
For further information on the role, purpose, and key accountabilities, please refer to the College of Policing’s Professional Profile for Chief Inspector which can be found here.
Vacancies
We currently have a number of Detective Chief Inspector roles across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire within both Local Policing and Crime and Vulnerability Directorates.
Final posting decisions will take into account candidates’ skills, experience, and geographical locations.
Please note: Non detective accredited officers will not be considered for detective roles.
Would you like to know more?
For an informal conversation about the available roles, please contact:
Detective Chief Superintendent Damian Pettit at damian.pettit@westmercia.police.uk
Temporary Chief Superintendent Mo Lansdale at morwenna.lansdale@westmercia.police.uk
Support with your application?
For general queries in relation to the promotion process and your application, please contact the Talent team at Talent@westmercia.police.uk
If you believe you need additional support with your application, then please contact our Positive Action team at positiveaction@westmercia.police.uk.
West Mercia Police is committed to building a workforce that represents a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, skills, and experiences at all levels, and strongly encourage applications from under-represented groups and communities.
If you encounter any issues with the application form itself, please contact the recruitment team at BOC.Officer.Recruitment@westmercia.police.uk
If you require reasonable adjustments during the process, including the application and assessment stages, then please confirm details in the online application form.
Please note that the assessment process will be held week commencing 13th and 20th April.
Please click the apply now button below.
The closing date for applications is 12 Noon on Monday 23rd March 2026.
