MOT Enforcement Delivery Casework Specialist
Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 20th October 2024
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Job summary
Are you someone who enjoys working collaboratively with different business areas?
Do you thrive in a constantly evolving environment?
Would you love to work somewhere, where you can contribute to keeping Britain's roads safe?
If so, we'd love to hear from you!
Job description
The successful MOT Enforcement Delivery Casework Specialist will be responsible for leading the investigation and management of serious/serially non-compliant MOT centres, within the remit of DVSA enforcement activity.
They will act as the Senior Investigating officer (SIO) working with area vehicle examiners to collect and evaluate evidence. Whilst also being responsible for the presentation of evidence at Public Inquiry (PI) or Magistrate Court on behalf of DVSA. The post holder will be a specialist in the MOT scheme and will attend MOT garages and other relevant premises nationally.
Where wider issues are identified, the post holder may need to liaise with Policy to resolve, or to arrange for communications to be issued within Enforcement.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Act as the Senior Investigating Officer (SIO) for all serious/serially non-compliance MOT cases acting as a focal point for the collection and evaluation of evidence.
- Lead the planning, preparing, and managing of serious/ serially non-compliant investigations to ensure all reasonable lines of enquiry are followed.
- Providing regular updates of progress reports for cases they are managing or involved with.
- Liaise with other government departments (such as Trading Standards) and Police Forces where their involvement in the work would be beneficial to the end outcome of protecting citizens.
For more information about the role and responsibilities please see the attached Candidate Pack.
Person specification
To succeed in this role, you have extensive knowledge of the MOT scheme, including the MOT Testing Guide and extensive knowledge of road traffic enforcement. You have knowledge and experience of managing investigations, casework, procedures, SLA’s and the referral process for prosecution. You have demonstrable experience of conducting interviews under caution.
You have excellent communication skills in varying circumstances and have the ability to deal with conflicting situations. You are a confident person who enjoys building solid working relationships at all levels. You enjoy working with others in a collaborative way, to achieve a common goal. You are adaptable and flexible, adjusting to the requirements and strategic direction of the business.
If not already held, applicants will need to demonstrate a willingness to work towards an Advanced Professional Certificate in Investigative Practice or equivalent accredited qualification, when in post.
Additional Information
This role can be based at any UK DVSA Office location, subject to capacity at the location. Your presence at one of the DVSA locations will form part of the working arrangements agreed with you. We operate a hybrid working model giving you greater flexibility about where and when you work. Our expectation is that you will spend a minimum 60% of your time at your base location. Visits to other DVSA sites or work locations count towards this.
This role manages teams across different locations and travel will be required, including some overnight stays.
Whilst we welcome applications from those looking to work with us on a part time basis, there is a business requirement, for the successful candidate to be able to work at least 35 hours per week.
Please take note that DVSA does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.
About Us
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) helps keep Britain moving, safely and sustainably.
We do this by helping people through a lifetime of safe and sustainable journeys, helping them keep their vehicles safe to drive, and protecting them from unsafe drivers and vehicles.
We’re working hard to:
- make roads safer.
- improve services for our customers.
- make road transport greener and healthier.
- harness the potential of technology and data.
- grow and level up the economy.
To find out more about how we champion diversity and inclusion in the workplace and making DVSA a great place to work visit our Careers website.
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We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Communicating and Influencing
- Developing Self and Others
- Delivering at Pace
Benefits
- An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balanc
- Exceptional pension with an employer contribution of an average of 27%.
- Generous Annual Leave - 25 days holiday, increasing by 1 each year of service, up to 30.
- 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King’s birthday .
- Latest IT and Tech devices.
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues.
- Excellent learning and development tailored to your role including paid apprenticeships up to Masters level.
- Wide range of discounts schemes on high street names.
- Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing.
- Cycle to work scheme and Gym membership offers.
- For more information see visit our careers page.
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Selection process details
How to Apply
As part of the application process you will be asked to provide a CV and Personal Statement. Further details around what this will entail are listed on the application form.
For your Personal Statement, please provide detailed evidence of the following:
- Your knowledge and experience of working with the MOT scheme, including the MOT Testing Guide.
- Your experience of road traffic enforcement.
- Your experience of managing investigations, casework, procedures, SLA’s and the referral process for prosecution.
- Your experience of conducting interviews under caution.
Your Personal Statement will be limited to a maximum of 1,000 words.
The sift is due to take place week commencing 21 October 2024.
Interviews are likely to be held week commencing 4 November 2024.
This interview could be conducted face to face, details of which will be provided to you should you be selected for interview.
We’ll try to meet the dates we’ve set out in the advert. But there may be occasions when these dates will change. We’ll give you plenty of notice of any important dates.
The selection process will be designed specifically for the role. As a result, your assessment will include:
- an interview and a presentation
If you would like to find out more about what it’s like to work for DVSA and how to apply, we will be holding virtual sessions to find out more. Please click here to secure your place at one of our upcoming events.
The Department for Transport recruits using Success Profiles. For each role, we consider what you need to demonstrate 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.
You can read more about Success Profiles here.
Reasonable Adjustments
As a Disability Confident Leader employer, we are committed to ensuring that the recruitment process is fair, accessible and allows all candidates to perform at their best. If a person with a visible or non-visible disability is substantially disadvantaged, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes.
Complete the “Assistance required” section in the “Additional requirements” page of your application form to tell us what changes or help you might need during the recruitment process. For instance, you may need wheelchair access at an interview, or if you’re deaf, a Language Service Professional.
If you need a reasonable adjustment so that you can complete your application, you should contact Government Recruitment Service via dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.
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If you are experiencing accessibility problems with any attachments on this advert, please contact the email address in the 'Contact point for applicants' section.
This job advert contains links to the DfT Careers website. Our website provides useful guidance and information that can support you during the application process. If you cannot access the information on our website for any reason, please email DRGComms@dft.gov.uk for assistance.
Further Information
For more information about how we hire, and for useful tips on submitting your application for this role, visit the How We Hire page of our DfT Careers website. You can find detailed information about the recruitment process and what to expect when applying for a role.
Pre-employment Checking
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.
A candidate is not eligible to apply for a role within the Civil Service if the application is made within a 5-year period following a dismissal for carrying out internal fraud against government.
Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.
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Contact point for applicants
Job contact :
- Name : Ian Bain
- Email : ian.bain@dvsa.gov.uk
Recruitment team
- Email : dftrecruitment.grs@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
Further information
If you are not satisfied with the response you receive from the Department, you can contact the Civil Service Commission: Visit the Civil Service Commission website Here
