Apprentice Technical Officer

This exciting programme starts in September 2024 and offers a mix of classroom learning and practical experience, including a variety of research, development and project work.

You'll be taking on real world business challenges that will stretch and develop your expertise in areas such as electrical, electronic and mechanical engineering.

You will be working towards becoming a G5 Technical Officer on successful completion of the apprenticeship, if you are offered a permanent post.

This role is -

• To deliver technical solutions, in high risk environments, employing modern technology and sensitive tactics, in order to develop intelligence and aquire evidence which contributes to cutting serious and organised crime affecting the UK.
• Support the operational lead in deploying technical capabilities on behalf of the NCA to the highest standards.
• To develop, modify and adapt innovative technological solutions which enable the delivery of covert investigative activity against agreed strategic objectives.
• Provide information and advice on new technologies / equipment to ensure the organisation utilises the latest covert technical capabilities.
• Comply with H&S legislation, including risk assessments in line with operational procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders in order to foster productive working relationships and collaborative working.
• Represent Technical Operations at a local level, technical conferences and other specialist law enforcement forums.

These posts will be based in the Rochester / Gillingham area of Kent for the period of the apprenticeship. You will also be expected to attend events across the country as part of your development programme, with days / nights away.

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills

• X5 including Maths, English, Tech or Engineering GCSE or equivalent, grade A*-C or 9-4 (Essential)