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Forensic Vehicle Investigator

  • Company:Lincolnshire Police
  • Reference:Police Oracle
  • Remuneration:£34.662-£39,276
  • Role/type:Permanent
  • Location:Lincoln
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About the Role We are seeking a Forensic Vehicle Investigator (FVI) to join our specialist investigative team. This is a unique opportunity to apply advanced vehicle examination skills to support serious collision and criminal investigations. Working across recovery garages, police premises, collision scenes and other locations, you will examine vehicles involved in serious incidents and provide expert forensic analysis to support the investigative process. Please note that this role may involve attending traumatic scenes and viewing graphic imagery associated with serious and fatal collisions.

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Conduct detailed forensic examinations of vehicles involved in serious collisions, industrial incidents and other investigations.
  • Use specialist diagnostic tools and techniques to extract, analyse and interpret vehicle data and systems.
  • Produce clear, accurate evidential reports, supported by photographs and examination records.
  • Work closely with Forensic Collision Investigators to build comprehensive investigations and assist with collision reconstructions.
  • Preserve, record and evaluate evidence in line with forensic standards, ISO requirements and investigative best practice.
  • Liaise with manufacturers, partner agencies and internal departments to support complex investigations.
  • Present expert evidence and technical findings in criminal, coronial and civil court proceedings.
  • Participate in specialist training, professional development and ongoing competency development.

Why This Role Matters

As a Forensic Vehicle Investigator, your expertise will play a crucial role in establishing the facts behind serious collisions and other incidents. Your work will help investigators, courts and families understand what happened, ensuring that evidence is examined thoroughly, professionally and impartially. Through your assessments and expert testimony, you will contribute directly to the pursuit of justice and the safety of our communities.

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with strong technical knowledge of mechanically propelled vehicles and a keen eye for detail. You will be able to work methodically in challenging environments, manage competing priorities and maintain the highest professional standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to examine complex vehicle systems and identify faults or defects.
  • Strong report-writing and communication skills, with confidence presenting technical evidence to a range of audiences.
  • A commitment to forensic standards, health and safety requirements, and evidential integrity.
  • The ability to work both independently and as part of a specialist team.
  • A willingness to undertake ongoing training and professional development.
  • A commitment to the Code of Ethics, equality, diversity and safeguarding responsibilities.
  • Flexibility to participate in a shift system, including weekends, bank holidays and unsocial hours where required.

This role is based at Lincoln Witham House, working across multiple sites including collision scenes, recovery agents, on various police sites and 3rd party premises.The role attracts a shift allowance

Interested?

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding role where your technical expertise can make a real difference, we encourage you to apply. Please review the full job description and person specification for detailed information on the role, responsibilities, essential criteria and application requirements.

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Professions: Law enforcement

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