Installation Team Leader

Job summary

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.

Designing engineering solutions. Earthquake-proofing embassies. Managing construction contracts in challenging locations. Just a few examples of the incredible work our Engineering team does. They're the people who plan, design, and deliver innovation across all corners of the globe. Now, you've got the opportunity to join them.

Bringing energy to embassies

Designing systems that protect

Realising the power of your skills

It all matters

Job description

Lead our teams installing technical security systems around the world

When you join us as an Installation Team Leader, you’ll be responsible for leading small teams installing physical and technical security systems, both here in the UK and at overseas locations. Coaching, developing, task managing and encouraging each team to deliver work of the highest quality, whilst providing input so that plans and designs meet our customers’ needs and comply with the necessary standards. One of your most important tasks will involve the preparation of equipment in the UK for planned installation trips, and ongoing maintenance to ensure this equipment is operational once on site. We’ll also expect you to produce post-work reporting, maintain technical drawings, develop and implement safe systems of work, and see that all your team members undertake risk assessments and comply with Health & Safety policies.

Your additional responsibilities will include helping to maintain our UK workshops and stores, supporting research and development, and the ongoing maintenance of your professional knowledge and expertise relating to the latest technologies and best practice. Committed to liaising with customers to make sure our work meets their requirements and working with service providers to ensure necessary standards are met, you’ll also offer support to Technical Officers overseas, flag any issues that arise, and assist the Estimating and Cost Control team in the development of quotes.

Develop your career as you work with us to keep the UK safe and secure

To be a success in this busy and fast-paced role, you’ll have plenty of experience in the practical application of relevant trade skills, a Level 3 qualification or its equivalent in electronics, telecommunications or IT, a SMSTS Health & Safety qualification and proven knowledge of at least one of the following: CCTV/IDS/PCO/IAPA/ACS/Radio. Your strong communication and interpersonal skills will allow you to manage and motivate your teams, and you should also be capable of producing and interpreting technical documents and drawings and undertaking site surveys.

We’d prefer you to have some experience of working in a similar role in overseas locations, and an understanding of how to operate in secure environments would be desirable. In addition, knowledge of construction design management requirements would be a plus, as would membership of a relevant professional body.

Discover the support you need to grow your career further

We’re always looking to improve – just like you. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Developed Vetting (DV) clearance. You can find out more about vetting at fcdoservicescareers.co.uk/how-to-apply/

To find out more about our benefits and our organisation, please visit fcdoservicescareers.co.uk

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Person specification

We are looking for people with;

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Demonstrable experience and practical application of relevant trade skills
• Complete and maintain SMSTS Health & Safety qualification
• Proven knowledge and experience of at least one of the following skill sets; CCTV/IDS/PCO/IAPA/ACS/Radio
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage teams and installations
• Installation of Technical Protective Security Systems
• Commissioning of work
• Draft/author professional/technical documents
• Interpret professional/technical documents

Qualifications

Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline. If selecting “or similar equivalent” please provide details of qualification or experience you are using as equivalent

Behaviours

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Managing a Quality Service
• Delivering at Pace
• Making Effective Decisions

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Demonstrable experience and practical application of relevant trade skills
• Interpret professional/technical documents
• Proven knowledge and experience of at least one of the following skill sets; CCTV/IDS/PCO/IAPA/ACS/Radio
• Strong interpersonal skills, with proven ability to manage teams and installations
• Installation of Technical Protective Security Systems

We only ask for evidence of these technical skills on your application form:

• Level 3 qualification or equivalent in relevant discipline
• Demonstrable experience and practical application of relevant trade skills
• Interpret professional/technical documents

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £41,036, FCDO Services contributes £11,888 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides (opens in a new window).

• Learning and development tailored to your role.
• Annual leave starting at 25 days.
• A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
• A Civil Service pension.
• Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park

Things you need to know

Artificial intelligence

Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles (opens in a new window), and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

To apply for this role, you will be asked to provide your CV, a personal statement, and provide answers to some job specific/technical skills.

Your CV and personal statement will not form part of the assessment they will provide an insight into your work history and experience.

Your CV should include:

• no personal identifying details

• career history with key responsibilities

• achievements

• qualifications

Your personal statement should outline your interest in the role.

Candidates will only be sifted on answers provided to the technical/ job specific questions which are outlined in the application form.

Those that are successful will be invited to a MS Teams or Face to Face interview.

At the interview you will be asked a blend of questions on technical/job specific skills and behaviours.

Candidate will need to complete a job specific presentation along with the interview questions.

Candidates who are judged to be close to meeting the criteria may be considered for other positions in FCDO Services which may be at a lower grade, but have a potential skills match.

Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see theCivil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window).

Apply and further information

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

• Name : Fcdoservices.recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk
• Email : Fcdoservices.recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : Fcdoservices.recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk

Further information

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Civil Service Commission Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, you should contact FCDOServices.Recruitment@fcdo.gov.uk in the first instance.
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from FCDO Services, you can contact the Civil Service Commission. For more information, please visit their website.

Attachments

Candidate pack - Installation Team Leader Opens in new window (pdf, 1834kB)