Job Description:

Adecco are pleased to be recruiting for a Resource Management Planner to work within the Devon & Cornwall Police Force

Location: Exeter
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: £14.10 per hour
End Date: February 2027
Working Pattern: Full Time, Monday to Friday 37 hours per week

**Please note this role is subject to POLICE VETTING you must have been residing within the UK for a minimum of 5 years**

Are you passionate about resource management and planning? Our client is seeking a dedicated and skilled Resource Planner to join their team in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to operational policing by ensuring optimal staffing levels and responding effectively to the dynamic demands of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Resource Planner, you will play a pivotal role in delivering effective resource plans to meet the diverse needs of various business areas. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Maintaining Staffing Levels: Ensure adequate staffing for daily policing activities and planned or spontaneous operations.
• Addressing Shortfalls: Proactively identify and report any staffing shortfalls, escalating issues as necessary.
• Data Management: Accurately record data within the Force IT Systems to enable the creation of comprehensive resource plans.
• First Point of Contact: Provide professional and courteous support for resource management inquiries, handling requests and issues with confidence.
• Skill Base Maintenance: Support the upkeep of the organisational skill base, ensuring staff have the appropriate training and skills.
• Reporting & Analysis: Produce insightful reports to aid managers in making informed resourcing decisions.

Essential Qualifications and Skills:

To thrive in this role, candidates should possess:

• A solid understanding of resource management and planning, along with knowledge of relevant IT systems.
• Familiarity with Working Time Regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with staff at all levels, including senior officers.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Teams, and Outlook.
• The ability to analyse large data sets and quickly identify gaps or inconsistencies.
• Proven experience of working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

Competency Framework:

The ideal candidate will embody the following competencies:

• Emotional awareness
• Ownership and accountability
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Support and inspiration
• Critical analysis
• Innovation and open-mindedness

Why Join Our Client?

This temporary position offers a unique chance to be part of an organisation that plays a vital role in public safety. The successful applicant will benefit from a supportive environment where they can develop their skills and contribute to meaningful outcomes.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity to utilise your resource planning expertise, don't miss out!

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply by submitting their CV and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience. The selection process will focus on identifying individuals who align with the organisational values and can contribute positively to the team.

Become a key player in ensuring that the organisation meets its staffing needs effectively. Apply today and take the next step in your professional journey!

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Adecco. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information - please copy and paste the following link in to your browser (url removed)