Police Vehicle Cleaner and Equipment Control Volunteer (Ref: 7)

Purpose

This role will provide valuable assistance to the local policing teams by cleaning and carrying out routine checks on police vehicles that take time, keep officers off the streets, and reduce the time available for them to prevent and detect crime.

Whilst the volunteer can carry out the mandatory weekly vehicle check and complete the form; it would still be the responsibility of the officer to confirm this is up to date before using any vehicle.

What you will be doing

Roles and tasks may vary, but will include:

• Cleaning police vehicles as per the agreed schedule, washing the exterior and vacuuming and cleaning the interior
• Carrying out routine vehicle checks e.g. tyre pressure/tread, oil, water and other fluids and record details on the appropriate form
• Conducting checks of the vehicle equipment inventory and ensure the correct equipment is present
• Restocking vehicles as necessary
• Transporting vehicles between police facilities for servicing and maintenance, including Lincolnshire Police HQ in Nettleham, Lincoln

Skills, experience and qualities needed

• The role asks for volunteers who have an interest in cars/car mechanics and are able to complete the required checks
• Some lifting of cones and signs, etc… may be required
• The volunteer must hold a full driving licence and will need to be a confident and competent driver as driving of police vehicles will be required to enable the volunteer to manoeuvre police vehicles for cleaning and transport to and from police premises across the county.

Location and times

The location and times will be by local agreement but will primarily be at larger stations across the county. There may be limited demand at smaller stations.

Training and support

All volunteers receive a local induction and a Volunteer Handbook with all the information you will need to support you in your role. ‘On the job’ training will be provided by members of your team.

All volunteers will be required to have some brief induction training with the Fleet Workshop at Headquarters in relation to the role.

The local policing team will supervise the volunteer and provide access to the necessary protective clothing/equipment. You will also have the support of the Volunteer Team at police HQ.

Other information

• Expenses incurred as a result of the role will be paid at the relevant rate
• Volunteers must be over 18
• The role requires a security check (vetting)
• Volunteers are asked to sign an agreement to maintain confidentiality, as you may have access to sensitive material

What to do if you are interested

Download and complete our police support volunteer application forms.

Contact the Volunteer Team at: [email protected] or on Tel: 01522 212498 if you would like to know more about the role.