Forensic Imaging Officer - Photography
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Position Overview & Specifications
Force
South Wales Police
Role Type
Police Staff
Business Area
Joint Scientific Investigation Unit
Department
South Wales Police
Location
HQ, Bridgend
Grade
6SO1
Salary
£28,530-£33,348
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
37
Type of Contract
Permanent
Level of Welsh language ability required?
2
Job Advert Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Forensic Imaging Unit, Joint Scientific Investigation Unit, as a Forensic Imaging Officer (Photographer) based at Bridgend. We are looking for committed individuals who have a keen and enthusiastic interest in digital media and who are looking to develop their skills in a modern and ever developing investigative business area. You will help deliver specialist imaging services in support of major and volume crime across both Gwent and South Wales Police force areas.
Within this role you will attend and record crime scenes using a variety of techniques and media such as 360 photography, 3d scans of scene, assist in the presentation of photographic evidence, provide technical support to operational officers and other JSIU team members. You will also participate in an on call rota as such may involve out of normal working hours including weekends
Due to the nature of the work involved and therein the images produced within the Unit, the Post Holder must be aware that they can be of a very sensitive and sometimes distressing nature. This is a full time permanent position. This post isn’t suitable for job share/part time workers.
The Joint Scientific Investigation Unit is a collaborative arrangement between Gwent Police & South Wales Police to provide Scientific services to both forces.
The successful candidate must be prepared to undergo vetting to RV level.
If you are currently involved in an ongoing PSD Investigation then you will not be eligible to apply for this role.
For further information please contact Alex Mcfetrich on Tel: 01656 655555 ext 70653
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Regional Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Forensic Imaging Officer - Photography roles across South Wales Police's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Regional Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,000 - £36,974 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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