RPU Constable Car Driver Transferee

Hampshire County Council; Southampton, Havant, Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking a motivated RPU Constable Car Driver to join its Roads Policing Unit in the United Kingdom. This role is integral to delivering high-quality services and enforcing traffic laws while ensuring public safety. Candidates should be currently serving officers, having completed required training and qualifications. The position offers career development opportunities and is part of a collaborative policing effort across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

On-site gym facilities

Support networks for diverse groups

Qualifications

• Currently a serving police officer from a Home Office Force.
• Completed the two-year probationary period.
• Authorized to COP Advanced Driving level.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality public service across the road network.
• Investigate serious injury and fatal road collisions.
• Deliver effective patrols in partnership with agencies.

Skills

High-quality public service

Investigative skills

Intelligence targeting

Effective communication

Education

Policing Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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RPU Constable Car Driver Transferee - HC613388

Location: Totton (Southampton); Havant (Portsmouth); Whitchurch (North Hampshire)

Rank: Substantive Constable

Intake Dates: December 2025 and February 2026

Transfer to Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Constabulary!

This is an exciting and unprecedented opportunity to transfer directly to our Roads Policing Unit. Working from one of three bases, you will join a team of dynamic and motivated officers tasked with delivering to force and departmental priorities.

We are seeking to appoint highly motivated, ethical, and inclusive officers committed to delivering high-quality service and legitimate policing within our communities, promoting trust and confidence.

We particularly encourage applications from female and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, as these groups are underrepresented within the Roads Policing teams.

This is a unique opportunity to join Roads Policing and work within the Joint Operations Unit, one of the largest collaborative units in England & Wales.

Roads Policing works to the National Roads Policing Strategy, focusing on preventing harm, saving lives, fighting crime, changing minds, and driving technology and innovation. Our priorities include responding to incidents, reducing serious and fatal collisions, conducting investigations, disrupting criminals, and working with local policing.

Key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Delivering high-quality, effective public service across the road network and communities.
• Providing 24-hour response to incidents across the strategic road network and districts.
• Investigating serious injury and fatal road collisions; roles may include Investigating Officer or Family Liaison Officer.
• Using intelligence to target offences related to both force and local policing.
• Developing specialist skills through training and maintaining those skills.
• Focusing enforcement activities on high-risk roads and routes.
• Delivering effective, intelligence-led patrols in partnership with internal and external agencies.
• Promoting public confidence through victim-focused investigations and communication.

What we can offer...

• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Support networks such as Wellbeing Champions, Dyslexia Support, LGBT+ groups, and more.
• Benefits including on-site gym facilities and membership of Hampshire Police Leisure and Sport.
• Opportunities to gain new skills and progress within one of the largest police forces in the country.

Why work in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight?

Hampshire offers diverse policing challenges, from urban to rural, with excellent access to London, the New Forest, the South Coast, and international airports. The area features heritage sites, beaches, nature reserves, and vibrant towns.

• Access to major transportation links and scenic locations.
• Rich cultural and outdoor event calendar.

Essential Experience and Qualifications

• Currently a serving police officer from a Home Office Force with no current performance or conduct concerns.
• Completed the two-year probationary period and the Policing Diploma or equivalent.
• Authorized to COP Advanced Driving level and trained in Tactical Pursuit and Containment.
• Qualified to ride police motorcycles (preferred).

Applicants will need to;

Satisfy all pre-employment checks, including medical, vetting, and fitness tests.

Attend a 6-day Hampshire and IOW Familiarisation course.

Provide recent PDRs and evidence of qualifications in the application.

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Applicants do not need to submit a CV or cover letter.

Contact for informal discussion

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Hampshire Constabulary promotes diversity and is committed to inclusive employment practices. We support applications from underrepresented groups through Positive Action and reasonable adjustments.