Force Armourer (Force Operations)
Grade F - £31,296 - £37,692pro rata.
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-time (2 days)
Staffordshire Police is continually striving to deliver the best possible service for the countys residents, businesses and visitors. It is a fast-paced organisation, adaptive to modern policing needs and open to continual improvement.
Everyone who works for the force has an important role to play in shaping the future of Staffordshire Police. The force seeks people who will champion new ways of working, be collaborative and agile and represent in a fair and ethical manner those that Staffordshire Police serves.
About the Opportunity:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a trained Armourer. Ideal candidates will hold a recognised current military or civilian armourers/maintainers qualification for small arms and ammunition, be proficient in weapon fault diagnosis, servicing and repair techniques and have experience of the Taser device and storage of explosives.
Based at: Staffordshire Police Headquarters with a requirement to frequently attend other bases across the Force area so applicants need a full driving licence.
The Force Armourer supports both the Firearms Training Unit and the wider Armed Policing Unit in respect of the maintenance, service and inspection of firearms, less-lethal weapons, ammunition and ancillary equipment that is possessed by Staffordshire Police. The role ensures all weapons and equipment meet strict operational, legal, and safety standards, supporting the readiness of police officers and specialist units for armed operations.
The post holder must also be willing to attend specialist weapon and ammunition training by manufacturers of Police supplied weapons in excess of the basic Armourers qualification.
Essential Criteria:The post holder must hold a recognised current military or civilian Armourers/Maintainers qualifications for small arms and ammunition and have a full driving licence.
The competency level for this role is Level 2
Further details of the key tasks, responsibilities can be found within the role profile.
Closing date: Friday 22nd August 2025 at 12 Midday
Interview date: TBC
In addition to your salary, you will have access to a range of benefits including:
* Pension Scheme - Employers Pension contribution 21.5% Staffordshire Pension Fund -Staffordshire Pension Fund - Home (staffspf.org.uk)
* Generous holiday entitlement, plus Bank Holidays.
* Flexible / Agile Working
* Sick pay scheme
* Fostering friendly policy
* Family friendly policies maternity, paternity, parental leave, adoption, disability leave and carers leave
* Access to health and wellbeing support
* Eye care vouchers
* On site Gyms
* Staff associations
* Reward and Recognition
* Blue light Card
* Flexible working options
* Training and development opportunities
* Car lease scheme
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free Parking at selected sites
* Onsite catering facilities
* Access to Staff Networks
* Union support
* Financial products and services
Please note that applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified/experienced individuals. However prior consideration will be given to applications from individuals who are at risk and employed by Staffordshire Police. If an appointment is made from that at risk group, the post may be withdrawn. In this event, a representative from the People Services team will notify any affected applicants.
Staffordshire Police is fully supportive of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and strives to employ a workforce that represents the community we serve.
Our vacancies are open to everyone and all appointments are made based on merit. We encourage and welcome applications from all underrepresented groups which include: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds, female, people who have a disability, those who are neurodivergent and persons of the LGBTQ+ community.
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