Commissioning technician

The constabulary employs over 3500 officers and staff and 500 PCSO's and specials. We are a modern, proactive and flexible police force. We put the communities we serve first and are there for victims when they need us most.

We are now hiring for a Vehicle Commissioning Technician to help convert a range of vehicles to a specification suited to their intended roles. This position provides an exciting opportunity for a vehicle technician with an aptitude for vehicle electrical systems to branch off into this specialism, and with ongoing support and training, strive towards becoming a recognised expert in this field. Hertfordshire Constabulary has a diverse fleet of nearly 700 vehicles, and the initial role conversions carried out on these form a crucial element in their effectiveness in supporting front line Policing within Hertfordshire. Modern Police vehicles routinely incorporate a number of advanced electrical systems, including ANPR, communication, telematics and tracking systems.

It is important to us that we represent our local communities within Hertfordshire. Everyone at Hertfordshire Constabulary takes personal responsibility to help create an inclusive workplace, where police officers and staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves. We are committed to providing workplace adjustments, wherever needed so everyone feels welcome and can flourish.

Why join Hertfordshire Constabulary?

• Starting pay of £32,613 rising with service up to £41,487 including discretionary £1563 per annum tool allowance
• 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday, optional weekends when required
• 07.30 to 15.30 are the core hours, with the potential for an element of flexibility around these
• Flexible working requests can be made
• Annual leave allowance of 25 days – rising to 29 days after 5 years and 30 days after 10 years
• Opportunities for development and further study
• A great Employee Assistant Programme providing free and confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
• Force Lottery – purchase shares and win prizes
• Access to Unison

What does the Vehicle Commissioning Technician role involve?

You will be working within a small but expanding team of vehicle commissioning technicians, where the variety of vehicles, tasks undertaken and systems used, mean no two days are the same. With an expanding knowledge and skill set achieved through undertaking the role and ongoing training, you will be able to support the department's team of vehicle technicians when carrying out maintenance and diagnostics of these Police conversions. We are a united team, and this role is important to us as it gives a great sense of pride knowing we are doing our part to keep Hertfordshire safe. Every day is different whatever your role in policing, so here’s an overview of your day-to-day responsibilities:

• You will be dismantling base vehicles to allow the conversion process to be undertaken, installing and fabricating when required, wiring harnesses to an agreed specification before re-assembling the vehicle and fully testing all aspects of the conversion.
• Be able to read wiring schematics and translate these into wiring harnesses.
• Diagnosing/fault finding and remedial works on Police vehicles and their unique Police equipment.
• Familiarity of modern CAN systems and how they operate would be advantageous for this position.
• Keeping up to date with all administrative tasks.
• Plan and prepare vehicle equipment installations following a pre-determined specification but gaining the autonomy with time to support in the design process and compliance testing of the conversions.
• General housing keeping.
• Attend external and online training courses when required.
• Liaise with management/stores to reduce vehicle downtime.

Are you the right person for the Vehicle Commissioning Technician position?

It is important to us that we recruit someone with personal values and attitudes that align with ours. Whether officer or staff, we are serving the public, and the policing Competency and Values Framework underpins everything we do. We are also looking for you to:

• Have great attention to detail
• Be proactive and use your initiative
• Take a solution-focused approach to any query or task
• Be a team player
• Relevant City and Guilds Level 2, NVQ Level 2 or equivalent in motor vehicle engineering or auto electrical
• Ability to design, plan and prepare vehicle equipment installations after an ongoing training and support package.
• Experience in use of computerised Vehicle diagnostic equipment.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

If you think this could be the role for you, we encourage you to apply today.

Vetting Process

Please note that, as part of the vetting process, the BCH Vetting Unit may need to contact your current line manager for a Supervisor Appraisal. This requirement aligns with the 2025 National Guidelines for Vetting (APP 6.5.18).

Commitment to Inclusion

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and able to be themselves. We provide workplace adjustments wherever needed so that all colleagues can thrive.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive and truly representative of the communities we serve. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those currently under-represented in policing.