Band I - Temporary Camera Deployment Engineer

Job description

Band I - Temporary Camera Deployment Engineer

Vacancy Reference Number

23182

Number of Vacancies

1

(B) OCU

MO3 Covert Policing

Location

Lippitts Hill, Loughton

Band

Band I

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

36 hours per week

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Advert

Job Title: Temporary Camera Deployment Engineer

Salary: The starting salary is £46,985, which includes allowances totalling £3,009.

The salary is broken down as £43,976 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £49,670. Plus, a location allowance of £2,009 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000.

This role does not attract Shift Disturbance Allowance. If you are currently in a shift-working role, SDA should cease upon appointment to this job.

Location: Lippitts Hill, Loughton

London is one of the most exciting and diverse cities in the world and policing it is no easy task. It takes a huge number of people with a wide range of skills and experience to keep over eight million people safe. Some of those skills include seeing opportunities in technology - and that's where you come in.

As a Band I Temporary Camera Deployment Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and recovery of deployable CCTV systems. You will have demonstrable experience in CCTV and network technologies, excellent fault-finding abilities, and the confidence to work independently in operational environments. You will be expected to provide technical expertise, ensure compliance with relevant legislation and standards, and support policing operations through the effective deployment of surveillance technology.

As you may sometimes work outside office hours, you'll need to be flexible. We will be looking for a good understanding of CCTV technology, protocols and code of practice and a relevant qualification would be highly desirable.

As well as the opportunities to work across the city, there are many other benefits you can expect. This includes flexible working patterns, a competitive annual leave allowance increasing with your length of service, Met sports and social clubs and much more. We're always working to build upon our diverse workforce to reflect the city we serve, so you'll enjoy a varied and fulfilling working.

Vetting

This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (SC) level before taking up the post.

Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post.

How to apply

To begin your career at the Met, please click the "apply button ". The application process requires a comprehensive CV and an online application form. Please ensure that your documents are saved in either PDF or Word format, clearly labelled as CV.

Completed applications must be submitted by 23:55 on 1st December 2026.

Once received, your application will be reviewed against eligibility criteria, following this, your application will be reviewed by the hiring manager.

Following application review, successful candidates will be invited to interview.

Essential For The Role

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in the installation, testing, and maintenance of temporary electrical connections associated with CCTV and surveillance systems.
• Understanding of low-voltage DC and 230V AC electrical systems used in camera deployments.
• Ability to safely connect, isolate, and fault-find electrical supplies in accordance with relevant legislation and safe working practices.
• Knowledge of electrical safety requirements, including risk assessments and safe isolation procedures.
• Proven experience installing, configuring, and maintaining CCTV and surveillance systems.
• Good understanding of IP networking, including switches, routers, wireless communications, and network troubleshooting.
• Experience in fault diagnosis and resolution within CCTV or related technology environments.
• Knowledge of CCTV legislation, data protection requirements, and relevant codes of practice.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and system documentation.
• Experience working safely in field-based environments and adhering to Health & Safety regulations.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across London.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple deployments within agreed timescales with a willingness to join an on-call rota.

Desirable Criteria

• C1 UK Driving licence entitlement or willingness to complete training to attain C1 entitlement.
• Qualified to City & Guilds, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent in Electrical Installation, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Inspection and testing qualification (e.g., City & Guilds 2391 or equivalent).
• Knowledge of BS 7671 IET Wiring Regulations.
• Experience of electrical installations in outdoor, remote, or operational environments.
• Experience working within the public and highway environment with knowledge of Traffic & pedestrian management

Additional Information

Disability Confident Statement

The Met is committed to being an equitable (fair and impartial) and inclusive employer for disabled people, striving to have a diverse and representative workforce at all levels. We encourage applications from people from the widest possible range of backgrounds, cultures and experiences. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and long-term conditions, ethnic minority groups and women.

As a Disability Confident Leader, the Met has committed to making disability equality part of our everyday practice. We ensure that people with disabilities and those with long term conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations.

The Met is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process to ensure disabled applicants can perform at their best. If you need any reasonable adjustments or changes to the application and recruitment process, we ask that you include this information within your application form. All matters will be treated in strict confidence.

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