Length of employment: Job Summary: Security Services Group (SSG) The Security Services Group is a specialist business unit within DIO providing security solutions across the MOD and wider Government Estate. With over 230 staff in the UK, Germany, Cyprus, and Gibraltar, SSG designs, installs, and maintains critical security systems, ensuring the safety of Defence Operations. To find out more about SSG please visit - Security Services Group - GOV.UK Job Description: We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG's South West Region which has its headquarters based at Defence Academy Shrivenham, SN6 8LA. You will have the chance to work on a variety of technically sophisticated projects protecting UK Defence and Government sites.You will be tasked from homeand for most of the time you will be working in the field travelling between various government and military sites. We will provide you with the choice of a non-liveried company vehicle to work in your region and you can opt in to use this for personal use. We require professional individuals to serve SSG customers on a wide range of security systems including Intruder Alarm (IAS), External & Perimeter Intruder Detection, Video Surveillance (VSS), Automatic Access Control (AACS) and Control Room IAS and VSS & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems. Specific system training will be provided. Other duties include: Being the key point of contact to customers on a day-to-day basis Attending to maintenance and installation enquiries during core hours Participating in an on-call rota to provide 24-hour emergency cover for the service Conducting checks and audits on customer systems Accurately estimating costs of all materials and labour needed for minor works, additions and alterations Ordering materials from suppliers and providing equipment lists to the Project Manager Providing technical assistance at all levels and building solutions to technical and design problems Undertaking trade supervision for subcontractors Ensuring all job-related administration is accurate and reported in a timely way Adherence to work-related and site related health and safety guidelines Employment Hours: You will be contracted to work 37 hours a week, typically between 08:00-16:00, however through travel time, overtime and on-call duties you will have the opportunity to increase your potential earnings. For example, some SSG technicians regularly do an optional 10 hours per week in travel time and overtime. Your time will typically be spent working within your allocated region, however as SSG are involved in numerous overseas projects there are opportunities to work for short periods of time in Europe. This role will also require operating away from home providing support within the region and to the other SSG UK regional teams, staying in overnight accommodation as required. Allowances: Where applicable, allowances are provided, including: Travel Time (for travel outside of core hours) On-Call Allowance Recall-to-duty Allowance Travel and Subsistence for out-of-region and overtime assignments. This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances. Generous Annual Leave : 25 days annual leave increasing by one day per year to a maximum of 30 days after five years of service. Career Development : Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities within the security field, helping you grow and advance your career. Equipment : Brand new toolkit, laptop and mobile phone. Company Vehicle : You may be provided with a non-liveried company vehicle, eligible for personal use (taxable as a benefit). Family Support : Access enhanced parental leave policies to support work-life balance during important life events. Exclusive Discounts : Enjoy savings through the Defence Discount Service (fees apply), offerings deals on a range of products and services. Health and Wellbeing : Receive Specsavers eye test vouchers and access on-site gym facilities (where available). Community and Social Perks : Join the Civil Service Sports Club (CSSC) or the Civil Service Club in London, providing access to a variety of social, cultural, and recreational activities (membership fees apply). On-Site Amenities : Many of our locations offer free parking, subsidised canteens, sports and social clubs, and on-site shops for your convenience. Inclusive Workplace : Join one of our Diversity and Inclusion Networks. We value diversity and are committed to creating an equal and supportive environment for all. The post does not offer relocation expenses. External recruits who join the MOD who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period. Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts. Any move to MOD from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/. The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments. MOD Recruitment Satisfaction Survey - We may contact you regarding your experience to help us improve our customer satisfaction. The survey is voluntary and anonymous. You may however be given the opportunity to provide additional information to help us improve our service which includes the collection of some personal data as defined by the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). The MOD Privacy Policy Notice sets out how we will use your personal data and your rights Desirable Experience & Skills: Memberships : Engineering Council Security Institute Qualifications: HNC in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent ONC/OND in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, VSS, etc) or equivalent Clearance Once onboarded, the successful candidate will be put through the application process to achieve the higher Developed Vetting security clearance level. We use the Civil Service Success Profiles framework to ensure a fair and comprehensive assessment of candidates. Your suitability for the role will be evaluated based on your experience, skills and demonstration of core Behaviours throughout the process. At Application Stage: You will be assessed on: CV Submission: Include your employment history, qualifications, relevant skills and experience. Technical Skill: SSG Functional Competence Area 1: Electronic Security Installation - Practitioner At Interview Stage: You will be assessed on: Experience: Discuss your background and its relevance to the role. Behaviours: Demonstrate your abilities in the following areas: 1. Working Together What to Expect If we receive a high volume of applications for this role, the sift will be conducted based on CVs alone. The interview will explore both your professional experience and how your Behaviours align with the role's requirements, we recommend using the STAR format when answering Behaviour questions. Interviews are planned to take place face to face in Shrivenham or via Microsoft Teams. Further information: The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk. As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came in to effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system. Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.