Package Description
What we Offer:
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27.5 days paid annual leave (increasing with service to 32.5 days)
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The option to buy, sell, or carry over annual leave is reviewed each year and offered when possible
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Voluntary Health Cash Plan provided by BHSF
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Civil Service pension
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Civil Service maternity leave package
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PAM employee assistance programme
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Access to Civil Service Sports Council (CSSC) membership
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Cycle to work scheme
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Opportunity to enjoy the latest home and electronics in a more affordable way provided by Vivup
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Car Leasing Scheme
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Staff Networks focussed on each of the protected characteristics - run for staff, by staff: Enable Network, Age Network, Welsh Network, Pride and LGBTQ+ Network, Sex and Family Network, Race, Religion and Belief Network
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Learning and development tailored to your role.
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An environment with flexible working options
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A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
Additional Information:
Any move to the Independent Office for Police Conduct 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 https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk
Although we are currently unable to guarantee a longer or more permanent contract for the Fixed-Term post, if the role can be extended or made permanent, the successful post holder may be offered the role first without further interview.
Emotional Consideration:
In performing this role, you [may/will] have [regular/occasional] exposure to distressing material which will likely be impactful, traumatic and challenging. Given the nature of the work, [it is also possible that] you will have contact with individuals who are experiencing extreme distress. The IOPC recognises this and offers all staff a range of wellbeing provisions, including TRiM (Trauma Risk Management), peer-to-peer support, a dedicated Wellbeing Advisor, and access to free confidential counselling. All staff are strongly encouraged to proactively access and engage with the support available. If you would like to speak about this element of the role with somebody already doing similar work at the IOPC please contact [email protected] and this can be arranged.
Rydym yn croesawu ymgeiswyr i ymgeisio am rolau trwy gyfrwng y Gymraeg fel eu dewis iaith.
Job Introduction
Job Introduction:
As an ICT Support Engineer, you will be welcomed into a dynamic and inclusive DDaT team responsible for providing support to the IOPC supporting prevailing BAU & project rollout work. In addition, you will support the administration of various processes including starters, movers & leavers, ICT service requests, IMACS, information asset management, document libraries, ICT system access control, digital media management, incident reporting and day to day support of tickets coming into the ICT Support Centre. The IOPC is on a journey to develop its culture, perspectives and ethos to support the organisation’s core outcomes and this is your opportunity to enter into the varied world of IOPC ICT Support Engineer, allowing you to develop your mindset and approaches to contribute to improving the police complaints system in England and Wales.
This role will need to work closely with internal stakeholders, including but not limited to HR, FM and Finance and Investigation Support Units, all of whom are also involved in key processes.
This role will require travel to the designated office (Canary Wharf & Croydon) and other offices based on hybrid working and business need policies. The need can come from escalations from the Service Desk team for hands on end-user support and project related activities.
The role also involves liaising with other members of the broader ICT team, and particularly IOPC outsourced suppliers.
We'll assess you against these Higher Executive Officer (HEO) Level behaviours during the selection process:
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Changing and Improving
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Managing a Quality Service
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Delivering at Pace
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Throughout the recruitment process we will also assess your Experience, Strengths, Technical Skills and Values.
As part of the application process, you will be asked to complete 3 Sift Questions based on the essential criteria.
Anticipated assessment and interview dates are estimated to take place 19-21 August 2026.
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Main Responsibilities
- To be part of a team responsible for maintaining a rigorous service delivery management regime in relation to the IOPC’s ICT supplier(s), maintaining control over service demand, ICT provision and ensuring the supplier meets the required and contracted levels and standards.
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Analysing current processes and procedures and developing new procedures based on CSI (Continual Service Improvement).
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Contribute to policies, processes and procedures.
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Reporting faults within the ITSM tool.
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Undertaking Installations, Moves, and Changes (IMACS) related to desktop equipment. Action ICT service requests, ensuring compliance with agreed governance processes
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Work with IOPC’s outsourced ICT providers to ensure that incidents are resolved promptly, problems accurately reported and diagnosed and that ICT services are efficiently delivered. Managing local “break-fix arrangements” through swap-out and stock maintenance
Please refer to the Job Description for full role responsibilities.
The Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate:
Essential Experience
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Demonstrable knowledge of Citrix XenApp thin client
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Microsoft Office 365 cloud services
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Microsoft Azure cloud services
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InTune/Endpoint management
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Experience supporting various end user devices utilising appropriate management tools such as Microsoft Active Directory & Mobile Device Management systems
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Willingness to work towards the principles of ITILV3/V4 and corresponding ICT service management
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IT Literate
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Experience of working with outsourced IT service delivery teams and awareness of ITIL incident and asset management principles
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Experience of working in a secure environment
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Knowledge of shared WiFi, VPN, LAN and WAN technologies
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Experience of managing a range of enquiries from internal stakeholders
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Demonstrable experience in the management of details records in relation to actions taken
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Good administration skills
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Excellent written and oral communication skills
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Positive can-do attitude and flexibility of approach
Desirable Experience
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Some familiarity with the ICT project lifecycle
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PM qualification or experience – PRINCE Foundation useful
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Experience of managing hardware related faults
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Experience of working with outsourced IT service delivery teams and awareness of ITIL incident and asset management principles
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Working knowledge of one or more of the IOPC’s corporate applications such as SharePoint or HP Records Manager
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Knowledge of ITSM tools such as Freshservice/Service Now
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Reporting and trending experience in ITSM tools
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Experience/knowledge of automating tasks/processes
Skills and Abilities
The post holder will report to the Lead ICT Support Engineer and be responsible for providing support for core ICT business activities.
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Support incident and problem resolution by undertaking first time fix and managing triage of tickets to other resolver groups.
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Support service request fulfilment adhering to SLA’s, team OLA’s and prioritising tickets.
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Support users on the broad range of ICT deployed at the IOPC, along with helping to maintain infrastructure in the IOPC’s offices.
This will include: fixed and flexible working devices, WiFi networking, printing services, fixed and softphone telephony, mobile telephony and video conferencing as well as specialist equipment used by specific teams within the organisation.
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Work with in house and 3rd party ICT providers in delivering ICT services
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Deal with first line user enquiries and provide end user support for all departments within the IOPC onsite or remotely.
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Ensure incidents/service requests are closed within SLA.
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Administer the access and security of all ICT user accounts, system and file access requests and user profiles
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Deal with support requests appropriately via the service desk workflow system
The post holder will be security cleared to SC level.
We believe that diverse perspectives contribute to a more innovative and dynamic workplace. We actively encourage applications from individuals who are typically under-represented or disadvantaged in society. This includes women, people from ethnically diverse backgrounds, parents and carers, and disabled candidates, including neurodiverse candidates.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants and creating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and supported.
The role requires clearance to SC
National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Reasonable Adjustments:
The IOPC is a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we want to help you demonstrate your full potential whatever type of assessment is used.
Please refer to our Reasonable Adjustment guidance document linked to this job advert on how to access Reasonable Adjustments with us.
About The Company
Be yourself:
The IOPC is committed to promoting equality and valuing diversity in everything we do. Our vision is to be, and to be seen as, a leader in inclusive employment and services, demonstrating this ethos in everything that we do.
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Being a Disability Confident employer, the IOPC is dedicating to removing the barriers for disabled people to thrive in the workplace. Please refer to our Reasonable Adjustment guidance document linked to this job advert on how to access Reasonable Adjustments with us.
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Our Staff Networks are constantly working to make the IOPC the leaders of inclusive employment, from our Allyship Programme to Welsh Language Standards and our Know the Line Policy, we are constantly seeking new ways to create an environment for all to develop and thrive.
Working Conditions
The IOPC operates a hybrid working policy which requires all staff to work an average of 40% of their contractual hours at their office base (or another office for business reasons). Office attendance time includes in-person training, meetings with stakeholders and families, and attending events.
