Contract Details
* Contract Type: Temporary ongoing
* Hourly Rate: £14.23 per hour
* Working Pattern: Full Time 37 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm, Friday 8am to 3:30pm
* Location: Reading
Position Overview
As an Evidence Management Officer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that all evidential property entering police possession is managed efficiently and securely. Your work will support both internal and external customers, reinforcing the integrity of the justice system.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage evidence: Take accountability for the security, continuity, and safety of physical evidence within the Evidence Management Unit (EMU).
* Court attendance: Attend court to account for evidential property, aiding in prosecutions and civil proceedings.
* Compliance and audits: Ensure adherence to legislation, policies, and procedures; prepare for audits from various oversight bodies.
* Training and support: Serve as a subject matter expert, offering guidance to staff on evidence management, packaging, and maintaining evidence integrity.
* Quality control: Conduct regular checks on evidence storage conditions to maximise recovery potential.
* Storage management: Maintain an efficient storage system, optimising space and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
* Hazardous materials: Oversee the secure storage and transportation of high-risk items, ensuring all statutory obligations are met.
Qualifications
* A proactive problem solver with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
* Strong IT skills, particularly with Microsoft Office applications.
* Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g., CPIA, Hazardous Waste Act) or a willingness to learn.
* Excellent customer service skills, engaging effectively with diverse stakeholders.
* A good standard of education (GCSEs or equivalent).
* Capability to lift and move heavy objects, with a commitment to completing manual handling training.
* A full UK driving licence is essential, as travel to different locations may be required.
Adecco is a disability‑confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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