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Job description

The NICS comprises nine departments that support the Northern Ireland Executive and Ministers. We do this by developing and implementing government policies and legislation and delivering key public services in areas such as health public finances, social development, justice, education, regeneration, environment, culture, agriculture, economic development, employment and transport. In addition, the Public Prosecution Service is a non- Ministerial Department staffed by Civil Servants. All civil servants are appointed on merit and on the basis of fair and open competition. They are expected to carry out their role with dedication and a commitment to the NI Civil Service’s core values: integrity, honesty, objectivity, and impartiality. The NICS is seeking to fill vacancies within Driver and Vehicle Agency as Driving Examiners. Applications are invited from candidates who meet the eligibility criteria, to apply for this opportunity and challenge. This booklet provides further information on the key responsibilities of the role in the NICS and sets out the specific skills and competencies required. We have also included important information on the selection process.

Responsibilities

• The duties will primarily involve the testing of L drivers and may include the testing of certain classes of vocational drivers (LGV, PCV tests) as required by legislation.
• Examiners may also be required to carry out driving tests for potential driving instructors and assess the driving standard of employees of various Government bodies.
• Conduct driving tests for short periods at other DVA locations to assist meet business needs.
• For further information please see page 9 of the Candidate Information Booklet.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

• By the closing date for applications, applicants must: Have a valid full Category B car driving licence for at least 3 years which enables the post holder to drive in the UK (please see the candidate information booklet).
• Not hold a driving licence with more than 3 penalty points, which the Agency believes to indicate a poor driving standard (please see the candidate information booklet).
• Not have been disqualified from driving in the last four years (please see the candidate information booklet).

Further Information

NICS Application Form only. Vacancy closing date Friday 8th May 2026 at 12 noon. Applications from young people (people under the age of 35), people with a disability and people from minority ethnic communities are particularly welcomed for this post. The Northern Ireland Civil Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit

Application Information

Visit the recruitment service website www.nicsrecruitment.org.uk (Please quote the reference number: IRC325503)