VB8114 - CAD Officer ** External**
- Job title: CAD Officer
- Salary: £37,020 - £ 39,276 (Pay award pending)
- Contract: Permanent, full time
- Location: Wakefield
- Working hours: Flexible working patterns (Monday-Friday)
Are you an experienced CAD professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for managing technical information systems?
West Yorkshire Police is seeking a skilled CAD Officer to manage our Computer Aided Design function, supporting a diverse team and geographically dispersed estate across West Yorkshire.
About the Role
As a CAD Officer, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate building, infrastructure and asset information across the Force estate. You will develop and manage technical drawings, plans and records that support estates operations, facilities management, health and safety and capital projects.
Working closely with project managers, technical specialists and facilities management teams, you will ensure estate information remains accurate, organised and accessible, supporting effective decision-making and compliance across the organisation.
Role and Responsibilities
As the Force's lead officer for Computer Aided Design (CAD), you will be responsible for developing, maintaining and managing CAD drawings and estate records across a diverse property portfolio.
You will provide technical expertise to manage the AutoCAD system and gather asset information, working collaboratively with colleagues, contractors and consultants to ensure drawings and records are accurate, up to date and fit for purpose to meet the legal compliance of the organisation. Your work will support the planning, maintenance, development and legal compliance of our estate enabling policing across West Yorkshire.
Key Duties Include
- Developing, maintaining and updating CAD drawings for Force buildings, sites and infrastructure
- Producing architectural, building services and space-planning drawings to support operational requirements and projects
- Acting as the Force's subject matter expert for CAD systems, standards and processes
- Maintaining accurate electronic and hard-copy records of drawings, plans and asset information
- Supporting accommodation reviews, office moves and space utilisation projects
- Undertaking site surveys and measurements to verify and update estate information
- Maintaining health and safety, fire safety and compliance-related drawings
- Liaising with consultants, contractors and stakeholders to ensure drawing information is accurate and current
- Supporting project delivery through the provision of technical drawings
- Managing the storage, retrieval and archiving of all estate-related drawings and technical documents
Expectations
As the Force's CAD Officer, you will:
- Deliver high-quality and accurate technical information within agreed timescales
- Develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Maintain professional standards and ensure compliance with Force procedures and industry best practice
- Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and a commitment to data accuracy
- Manage competing priorities effectively while working independently and as part of a wider team
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of estate information management systems and processes
- Be willing to travel across the Force area as required for site visits and surveys
Essential Criteria
To be successful in this role, you will possess:
- Significant experience of working with AutoCAD and producing technical drawings within an estates, property, construction or building services environment
- Experience of maintaining and managing CAD systems, drawings and technical records
- Knowledge of property, building construction and facilities management principles
- Experience of carrying out building surveys and site measurements
- Strong IT skills, including experience of Microsoft Office applications
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to analyse and interpret technical information accurately
- A relevant qualification, such as a BTEC National Diploma or equivalent qualification in a related discipline
- A full UK driving licence or the ability to travel throughout the Force area
Benefits/What We Offer
West Yorkshire Police staff can access a wide range of benefits designed to support work–life balance, wellbeing, development and financial security. These include:
- Generous annual leave allowance - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days after five years of service (plus bank holidays)
- Flexible working options, including agile working arrangements to help you manage your professional and personal commitments
- Membership of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund, a secure Defined Benefit CARE (Career Average Revalued Earnings) pension scheme
- Membership options for the Police Treatment Centre and The Police Children’s Charity (eligibility-dependent)
- Access to savings, discounts and cashback rewards through staff schemes, including eligibility to purchase a Blue Light Card
- Option to sign up to our Cycle to work scheme (eligibility-dependent)
- Access to a wide range of internal wellbeing services and support programmes
- Opportunities for career development and training
- Supportive HR policies, including maternity, paternity and other family-friendly provisions
- A meaningful career with a clear sense of purpose supporting policing services that protect communities
- Opportunities to join staff networks, wellbeing groups, and sports clubs
- Be part of an organisation with a long-term commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility
- Work for a diverse and inclusive organisation that aims to be representative of the communities it serves
We have achieved Disability Confident Leader, Menopause Friendly Employer, Endometriosis Friendly Employer and White Ribbon accreditation, and have established staff networks and associations to support a fairer, more diverse workplace for everyone.
West Yorkshire Fair Work Charter
https://www.westyorks-ca.gov.uk/business/growth-hub/better-business-practices/fair-work-charter/
For more information about what we offer, visit: Employee Benefits https://www.westyorkshire.police.uk/jobs-volunteer/benefits
We welcome talent from the widest possible pool, so we can build a workforce that better reflects the communities we serve, bringing a broader range of skills, experiences, perspectives and ideas to
Application Information
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced CAD professional to apply their technical expertise within one of the UK's largest police forces.
If you are looking for a role where your skills will directly support the environments that enable policing to protect communities, we'd love to hear from you.
For further information about the role, please contact Charlene Hegarty on 07736083960.
The vacancy will close on the 3rd January 2027 at 23:55pm
Interviews will take place week commencing 11th January 2027
Successful applicants will be subject to the relevant pre-employment checks, including satisfactory vetting and references.
Please provide a full CV and covering letter setting out your experience and expertise when responding to the question set out within the application process. To qualify you MUST redact all personal information including:
Name
Age
Sex
Address
You must remove all personal information from the CV, otherwise your application will be rejected.
Please also do not use your personal details as the file name of the CV.
