The Role
As an ARV officer with the RGP, you will form part of a highly trained frontline capability, providing armed support to colleagues, responding to high-risk incidents and contributing to the force’s wider operational resilience.
Officers will primarily serve within the Armed Response capability but may also be required to undertake Response Team duties when operationally necessary.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be a serving UK or Crown Dependencies police officer.
- Hold current Authorised Firearms Officer (AFO) accreditation to the Armed Response Vehicle role profile within the National Police Firearms Training Curriculum (NPFTC).
- Demonstrate current operational competence and recent ARV experience.
- Possess sound decision-making skills, professionalism and a commitment to ethical policing.
Desirable Qualifications
The following are considered significant advantages:
- Operational Firearms Commander (OFC) qualifications and experience.
- Firearms Tactical Advisor qualifications and experience.
- Additional specialist firearms competencies.
- Supervisory or command experience.
What We Offer
- Recognition of previous UK policing service for pay and remuneration purposes.
- Opportunity to live in Gibraltar or apply for permission to reside in nearby Spain (subject to operational requirements).
- Continued professional development and firearms career progression.
- Competitive employment package and benefits.
- Supportive working environment with a strong focus on officer wellbeing.
A Unique Career Opportunity
The Royal Gibraltar Police is seeking experienced firearms officers who can bring proven judgement, professionalism and operational expertise to one of policing’s most demanding disciplines.
If you’re looking for a new challenge and the opportunity to apply your skills in a distinctive and rewarding policing environment, we would like to hear from you.
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