Join the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) and have a future that matters: Be proud; Be challenged; Be unique. 

Can you support MOD with securing some of the countries’ most important buildings and locations? 

The Role 

Security Services Group (SSG) assists the MoD and the wider Government Estate in meeting its security requirements. 
Successful applicants will join a team described by industry auditors as “hard working and talented individuals – among the best in the business.” 

The role of an SSG field technician offers the successful applicant the chance to work on a variety of technically advanced projects protecting some of the nation’s most important assets. 

The position advertised will provide support in relation to the installation and maintenance of security systems, whilst ensuring that a professional, efficient and cost-effective service is delivered to customers. 

Successful applicants will be tasked from home, predominantly working on SSG customers sites throughout the Eastern Region. 

Main Responsibilities 

To understand and be competent to work safely on the installation and maintenance of a wide range of security systems including: 
• Intruder Alarm Systems 
• External & Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems 
• CCTV Systems 
• Automatic Access Control Systems 
• Control Room IAS, CCTV & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems 

Act as focal point on site with day to day liaison with customer. 
Accurately estimate all materials and labour needed for minor works, additions and alterations. Order materials from suppliers and provide equipment lists to Project Manager as appropriate. 
Provide technical assistance at all levels, create solutions to technical problems including designs. Undertake trade supervision as required 
To participate in on-call rota, to undertake all job-related administration in an accurate and timely way. 
Full functional training will be provided for certain systems to suit the business need. 

Essential Requirements 

You will need to have a recognised Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualifications listed below. 

Full UK Driving Licence 

Travel Requirements 

SSG’S regional office is based in Wyton. Work is predominately at SSG Customer’s sites in the Eastern geographic region and depending on the successful applicant’s home locations this may involve regular and frequent periods of detached duty. In addition, the post holder may be required to provide support to other SSG regions as necessary and therefore have periods of detached duty in the UK and possibly overseas. 

You will be provided with a company vehicle and have the choice of a vehicle with private use which will be eligible for taxable benefit, or a van for business use only which will be tax exempt. You will be included on the roster for ‘out of hours’ calls for which you will receive a call out allowance (including recall to duty allowance when called out), opportunities for overtime, detached duty visits (overnight stays) and travelling time depending on business needs. 

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

Daily travel time payments are made if journeys meet certain criteria. 
This role may require the successful applicant to work away from home at times providing support to the other SSG teams that work in other regions of the country & staying in overnight accommodation as required. 

About our Team 

SSG is a business unit of the MOD with over 200 staff located throughout the UK and overseas responsible for the design, installation and maintenance of security systems across the MOD and government estate. 
Working within SSG’s Operations Team you will be part of a dedicated group of MOD Security Engineers providing key specialist installation and maintenance services, delivering MOD’s highest level of electronic security systems to protect the Nation’s assets. 
To find out more about SSG and our specialist role within Government and MOD please visit; 
Website: 
https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/security-services-group 

SSG is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce and so welcomes applications from anyone who meets the standard requirements. However, females are currently under-represented in our department and we would therefore particularly welcome applications from individuals in this group. 

About DIO 

DIO is part of the Ministry of Defence (MOD). We play a vital role in supporting Defence by leading and managing the delivery of what the Armed Forces need to live, work, train and deploy on operations. Under the Future DIO Transformation Programme, DIO will become the MOD’s professional estate services business and realise our organisational vision of providing a better estate, a better service and a better business. See more on Defence Infrastructure Organisation - GOV.UK 

To find out more about us, take a look at the attached Quick Guide to DIO or you can view our YouTube video to see more about our work  

To help achieve our objectives, we believe in six important values (Safety first, Collaboration, Integrity, Agility, Accountability and Enthusiasm) that underpin our vision and mission. These values equip us for the future and shape how we work together. These values are designed by DIO for DIO.

Person specification

It is essential that: 

• The applicant shall have had a recognised Engineering background, Engineering Apprenticeship and / or Engineering qualifications listed below.
• Relevant engineering background / knowledge of electronic security system installations: 
Intruder Detection Systems, Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems, CCTV Systems and Access Control Systems 
• A working knowledge of installing or maintaining data / IP networks 
• Knowledge of telecom system installations. 

Please use the space provided on the application form and the CV section to expand on your level of experience.

Licences

Full UK Driving Licence

Qualifications

• Relevant Engineering Apprenticeship 
OR 
• ONC/OND OR NVQ/SVQ Level 3 in Electronic Security Systems (IDS, CCTV, etc) 

Behaviours

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

• Working Together
• Delivering at Pace
• Leadership

Technical skills

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

• Security Services Group Functional Competences- Intruder Alarm Systems
• Security Services Group Functional Competences- External & Perimeter Intruder Detection Systems
• Security Services Group Functional Competences- CCTV Systems
• Security Services Group Functional Competences- Automatic Card Access Control Systems & Video entry
• Security Services Group Functional Competences- Control Room IAS, CCTV & AACS Standard Monitoring Systems

Benefits Pensions

Civil Service pension schemes may be available for successful candidates.

Benefits

We are passionate about delivering great things for our customers. But we also know you will have a life outside of work; we respect your priorities and our industry leading flexible working practices will give you real freedom to balance work and life. 

We employ talented people who challenge and guide each other. At DIO you will work within a highly capable team who will support you to develop your skills, knowledge and experience. 

Some of the many benefits you will receive: 

• Professional and Personal Development of skills 
• Flexi-time scheme upon completion of 6 months service 
• Alternative working practices 
• 25 days paid annual leave rising (1 day per year) to 30 days upon completion of 5 years’ service 
• In addition to 8 public holidays per year you will also receive leave for HM The Queen’s birthday. 
• Minimum of 15 Days Special Leave in a rolling 12-month period for volunteer reserve commitments. 
• Special Paid Leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year. 
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave. 
• Highly competitive pension scheme 
• Most sites have good travel links with free car parking; many also have other facilities such as a Sports & Social Club, Gym and / or site shops

Allowances

On-call allowance 
Recall-to-duty allowance 
Post holder will have use of a Designated Vehicle 
Travel and Subsistence package when working on detached duty. 
Environmental (Radiation) allowance. 

These are in addition to the basic salary. 

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. 

This post does not offer any assistance with relocation allowances.

Things you need to know Security

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting.

Nationality statement

Candidates will be subject to UK immigration requirements as well as Civil Service nationality rules.

If you're applying for a role requiring security clearance please be aware that foreign or dual nationality is not an automatic bar. However certain posts may have restrictions which could affect those who do not have sole British nationality or who have personal connections with certain countries outside the UK.

Selection process details

This vacancy is using Success Profiles, and will assess your Behaviours, Experience and Technical skills.

Please ensure that at the application and interview stages of the campaign you use the information in the attached Quick Guide to DIO and Success Profiles Frameworks (linked above) to assist you in the demonstration of your skills and experience. 

Your suitability for the role will be assessed using the Success Profile elements that have been chosen for this campaign. Each element will be scored accordingly, and the successful candidate will be appointed on merit. 

At application and interview you will be assessed against the following: 

• Behaviours 

Working Together 
Delivering at Pace 
Leadership 

• Experience (see person specification/CV) 

Please use the space provided on the application form and the CV section to expand on your level of experience. 

• Technical 

Security Services Group (SSG) Functional Competences 

To assist with your application please find attached below: 

1. Quick Guide to DIO 
2. SSG Functional Framework
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK, Commonwealth and European Economic Area (EEA) and certain non EEA nationals. Further information on whether you are able to apply is available here.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code 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.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. There is a guaranteed interview scheme (GIS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.