Contract Type – Full Time
Rank – Inspector
Information about the role
Job advert
This role is based in the Capabilities Team at the National CBRN Centre near Coventry which supports, strengthens and assures the multi-agency general and specialist response to CBRN Terrorism. This is a critical function so we are looking for a suitably experienced and qualified Inspector to manage a small multi-agency team of subject matter experts who are responsible for the national strategic reserve of CBRN PPE and ancillary equipment. Open to substantive and temporary Inspectors, this role is operational, however, may be suitable for a restricted officer dependant on adjustments required. The role is offered as a 2 year secondment opportunity.
Responsibilities
- To manage the workstreams, personnel and welfare of the Capabilities team.
- Work as part of a team to identify, develop and maintain the emergency services capability to respond to CBRN terrorism in line with the National CBRN Centre (NCBRNC) Business Plan.
- Work with procurement partners within enabling services and the Home Office to secure funding for future capabilities. This includes mapping equipment integration and withdrawal through the full CADMID cycle.
- Support the development of operational guidance and processes regarding the Police and wider emergency services CBRN specialist operational response.
- Identify and manage risks and issues within the portfolio, escalating and solutioning where necessary.
- Maintain, develop and enhance relationships with key stakeholders in the police service and partner agencies to ensure operational procedures and processes are cognisant of those other agency’s needs.
- Support the operational activity by providing logistical solutions and guidance in response to a CBRN incident.
- Actively support Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Data Protection policies, complying with the legislation and the standards of ‘good practice’.
- Perform on-call duties as part of a Cadre of Tactical Commanders, suitably trained and equipped to support operational activity in response to calls for service. If not already qualified, you will be expected to attain qualifications in CBRN Command at both Operational & Tactical levels with an understanding of Strategic requirements.
- Work occasional unsocial hours commensurate with the role and additional responsibilities working at NCBRNC brings.
- Visit various locations across the UK including overnight stays away from home to work with partners and enhance the reputation of NCBRNC amongst the CBRN community.
- Be prepared to carry out any tasks that the Head of Centre requires commensurate with role.
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