Job description

Could you help protect the travelling public and busy rail and maritime transport facilities against terrorist acts of violence? 

Are you someone that wants to make a difference and play a key role to ensure that rail and maritime security measures are implemented to help mitigate the terrorist threat? 

If so, we want to hear from you. 

We are looking for Transport Security Inspectors to join our team to focus on direct monitoring and assessing of industry compliance against regulatory requirements of the UK land and maritime security regimes. These are exciting opportunities to influence and improve compliance whilst helping retain public confidence in land and maritime transport security. 

You will be appointed as Transport Security Inspectors and assigned to either our Land Transport Security Compliance team or Maritime Security Compliance team in the Department for Transport. 

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Undertaking observations, inspections, audits and covert tests across the United Kingdom as part of a risk-based programme of compliance activity to assess and improve industry compliance with security requirements 

 

• Ensuring accurate, succinct and focused information about findings of compliance activities are entered onto the relevant database in a timely manner to contribute to an accurate picture of compliance levels across the transport industries 

• Liaising with industry representatives on site visits to conduct compliance activities in an effective, professional and consistent manner likely to improve the chances of achieving maximum compliance; ensuring that constructive feedback is given to appropriate industry management and staff at the conclusion of compliance activity 

You will be required to travel regularly within the UK including overnight stays, with the potential requirement for occasional oversees travel 

About you 

You have excellent observational skills and attention to detail, always considering the bigger picture. With strong written communication skills you have the ability to produce succinct reports. 

You are approachable with good verbal communication skills to converse professionally and persuasively across all levels. You are resilient and comfortable delivering difficult messages with a tactful and sensitive approach. 

A self-starter, you work well independently with effective planning skills to deliver results against demanding deadlines often under pressure. You confidently think on your feet, being able to make split second decisions on the go. 

You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with industry representatives, always representing your department in a positive and professional manner. You have a flexible working approach being willing to accommodate the business needs. 

About us 

We are part of the Department for Transport (DfT). DfT is a great place to work, and our ‘one team’ approach really makes a difference. We value our staff and that’s why we’re committed to nurturing an inclusive environment across the Department. 

You’ll be part of an innovative organisation that invests in all our people, ensuring we have the diverse skills to deliver transport that moves Britain ahead now and into the future. 

Find out more about what it's like working at the Department for Transport. 

DfT has been recognised for its leadership on workplace gender equality by being included in The Times Top 50 Employers for Women 2017. 

DfT’s inclusion is recognition of our commitment to make the Department a great place to work through our culture of equality and inclusivity and the great strides we’ve made to raise the number of women in senior positions. 

CV & Personal Statement guidance 

Please tailor your Personal Statement and CV to evidence the following: 

- Previous knowledge and understanding of Land and Maritime Security 

- The ability to think on your feet making split second decisions 

- A keen eye for detail which enables you to identify potential risk 

- Excellent communication skills 

Licences

Full valid UK Driving Licence is required

Behaviours

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

Making Effective Decisions

Seeing the Big Picture

Communicating and Influencing

Delivering at Pace

Benefits

Pensions

Civil Service pension schemes may be available for successful candidates.

Benefits

Being part of our brilliant Civil Service means you will have access to a wide range of fantastic benefits. We offer generous annual leave, attractive pension options, flexible working, inclusive working environments and much more to support a healthy work/life balance.

Things you need to know

Security

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

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

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, Strengths and Experience.

Once you have submitted your application you will be invited to complete the online SJT Test. 

 

Please complete the online test as soon as possible, the closing date for the test is 23:59 on 05/07/2019. 

The selection process will be designed specifically for the role. As a result, your assessment could include: 

• an interview 

• an interview with one or more exercises 

• a full day of activities including interactive, written and timed exercises 

 

The Department for Transport alongside other Government Departments recruit using Success Profiles. This means for each role we consider what you will need to demonstrate in order to be successful. This gives us the best possible chance of finding the right person for the job, drives up performance and improves diversity and inclusivity. For further information on Success Profiles please click here 

Your interview may consist of a range of question types. These may include questions about: 

• what energises and motivates you 

• how you would manage situations relevant to the role 

• your previous experience 

• your professional skills and knowledge 

 

You’re encouraged to become familiar with the role profile, as you may be assessed against any of the criteria recorded within. 

 

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

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

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.

Apply and further information

Contact point for applicants

For further information on this vacancy please contact - Jack Perry 

[email protected] 

Sift/interview dates and location

The sift is due to take place 10/07/19. 

Interviews/assessments are likely to be held 29/07/19. 

We will try to meet the dates set out in the advert. There may be occasions when these dates will change. You will be provided with sufficient notice of the confirmed dates. 

If successful and transferring from another Government Department a security check may be carried out. 

Further information

We have adopted anonymised recruitment. This means that your name, date of birth and other personal details will not be seen by the sift panel. 

We may hold a merit list for up to twelve months. During this time, if a similar role is identified and you have been placed on the merit list you may be considered for the post. Within the merit list period, your application form and selection information may be shared across the department and its agencies. 

Please see attached candidate notes for further information about our recruitment process. 

Reasonable adjustment 

 

If a person with disabilities is put at a substantial disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. 

 

If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should: 

 

Contact Government Recruitment Service via [email protected] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs 

 

Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need further on in the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional 

 

Applicants who are successful at interview will be, as part of pre-employment screening subject to a check on the Internal Fraud Database (IFD). This check will provide information about employees who have been dismissed for fraud or dishonesty offences. This check also applies to employees who resign or otherwise leave before being dismissed for fraud or dishonesty had their employment continued. Any applicant’s details held on the IFD will be refused employment. 

 

If you feel your application has not been treated in accordance with the Recruitment Principles and you wish to make a complaint, in the first instance, you should contact 

 

Government Recruitment Services via email: [email protected] 

 

If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: 

Click here to visit Civil Service Commission 

 

Any move to the Department for Transport (DfT) will mean you will no longer be able to carry on claiming childcare vouchers.