DIO- Security Technician DNE - Security Services Group

Job Title : DIO- Security Technician DNE – Security Services Group

Company Name: UK Ministry of Defence

Job Details: DIO- Security Technician DNE – Security Services Group | UK Ministry of Defence
16-20 minutes
About the job
Tasked from home: HQ based in AWE Aldermaston

Job Summary

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) supports Defence operations by enabling training, working, and living on the Defence Estates, all while promoting sustainability. From net carbon zero accommodations to runways for the F35 fighter jets; our outputs are unique in the UK and across the globe! To find out more about our work view our Candidate Information Guide attached or visit the following YouTube video – How the Defence Infrastructure Organisation Supports Defence – YouTube

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 Defence Nuclear Enterprise support team which has its headquarters based at AWE Aldermaston.

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 home and 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:

Market Skills Allowance (£4000)
Travel Time (for travel outside of core hours)
On-Call Allowance
Recall-to-duty Allowance
Environmental (Radiation) allowance as applicable
Travel and Subsistence for out-of-region and overtime assignments.
This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

We are looking for motivated and passionate professionals to join as a Security Technician in the SSG’s Defence Nuclear Enterprise support team which has its headquarters based at AWE Aldermaston.

Specific system training will be provided.

Where Applicable, Allowances Are Provided, Including

Person specification

Memberships

Desirable Experience & Skills:

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

Environmental Factors And Hazards

The applicant may be required to undertake occasional work within Radiological and Explosive Storage areas.

Clearance

Once onboarded, the successful candidate will be put through the application process to achieve the higher Developed Vetting security clearance level.

Licences

Full UK Driving Licence (A maximum of six points)

Driving a vehicle is a requirement of the job; field technicians are tasked from home and are provided with a vehicle to carry their tools and equipment to/from sites which are remote and not accessible by public transport and in response to SSG’s 24/7 On Call Rota.

Behaviours

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

Working Together

Technical skills

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

SSG Functional Competence Area 1: Electronic Security Installation – Practitioner

Alongside your salary of £30,670, Ministry of Defence contributes £8,885 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

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 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.

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Selection process details

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

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:
Working Together

What to Expect

If we receive a high volume of applications for this role, an initial 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 |

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