At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct detailed investigations into motor vehicle incidents with supervision.
- Company: North Wales Police, dedicated to public safety and forensic excellence.
- Benefits: Extensive training, professional development, and a supportive team environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth and gaining NVQ qualifications.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in road safety while developing your skills in forensics.
- Qualifications: Degree or experience in Maths, Science, or Engineering; strong mathematical ability required.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Forensic Collision Investigator to work within our Forensic Collisions Team. As a trainee, you will be conducting, with supervision, detailed investigations into fatal/life threatening and any other incidents involving motor vehicles. To do so you will apply mathematical principles to determine their cause.
You will support and assist in securing the environment, where the public can use the road with confidence. You will also support internal and external customers ensuring forensic processes and policies are adhered to.
We will provide significant training, both locally and residential away from North Wales so you are supported and confident in the role. You will be required to undertake a minimum of 18 hours per annum for your continued professional development, this will be significantly more in the first few years as we are looking for someone who will work towards gaining a suitable qualification at NVQ 4, or relevant equivalent further education qualification, and/or has an equivalent amount of relevant work experience. You should also have a proven mathematical ability.
You will be required to demonstrate in your application the minimum requirement for the role:
- Ideally either hold a degree or equivalent demonstrable experience in Maths, Science or Engineering AND be willing to work towards further qualifications at NVQ 4, or relevant equivalent further education qualification.
- To have a proven mathematical ability demonstrated by achieving a minimum of 70% by assessment (0/A level equivalent).
- A strong understanding of basic mathematics & science at a minimum of A level or above.
- Have good communication skills, both written and oral and the ability to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.
- Able to work under pressure in stressful situations, to organise and prioritise workloads and achieve objectives within set timelines.
- To hold a current full driving licence and preferably also hold licences for Large Goods Vehicle, PCV and/or motorcycle.
- To be computer literate, with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- To possess a practical ability or aptitude in relation to the examination of motor vehicles, their design, technology, construction and handling characteristics.
- Be able to present complex principles in court and other environments to ensure the understanding of a lay audience.
- Experience/Understanding of ISO accreditation ideally in a forensic environment.
Please familiarise yourself with the Post Profile and the Recruitment Guide before you apply as this has information to help you with your application.
Trainee Collision Investigator North Wales Police employer: Cambria
North Wales Police is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises professional development and training for Trainee Collision Investigators. With opportunities for significant growth through structured training programmes and the chance to gain qualifications, employees are empowered to excel in their roles while contributing to public safety. The collaborative environment fosters teamwork and communication, making it a rewarding place to build a meaningful career in forensic investigation.
