Armourer

**Armourer**:

- **Ongoing Full-Time**:

- **Surry Hills**

**About us**

The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.

**About the role**

We have an opportunity for an **Armourer **to be part of our Armoury, Counter Terrorism & Special Tactics Command team. The position is responsible, under direction, for the provision, maintenance and evaluation of all Police weapons and associated equipment. The position also provides key support and reports to the Armoury Workshop Supervisor.
- Requires significant experience repairing and maintaining firearms.
- Hold a WorkCover Unsupervised Handling License or willingness to obtain such qualification under the Explosives Act.
- Hold a current Forklift License or willingness to obtain such qualification.

**What we can offer you**

At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:

- competitive salary;
- flexible work options;
- opportunity to purchase leave;
- annual leave loading;
- corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
- free annual influenza vaccination;
- salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
- convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
- in-house gym facilities.

**How to Apply**

Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.

To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.

Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.

**Target Question 1**:
Detail what experience you have in repairing and maintaining firearms.

**Target Question 2**:
The Police Armoury is a high security environment where strict access and accountability procedures are maintained. Please detail any experience you have in working in a high security environment.

If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager **Chief Inspector Richard Steinborn via 02 9265 4061.**
- an Australian Citizen;
- a permanent resident of Australia; or
- a New Zealand citizen.

**Our commitment to Diversity**

The NSW Police Force is a proud employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees. Differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.

This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.