Dyfed Powys Police

Dyfed Powys Police Employee Review

Badly run force

Police Officer (Former Employee) - Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire - 18 October 2021

The force has always struggled with its leadership, and the blame culture makes this a very difficult organisation to work for, where management do not coach or support but target those that challenge the status quo. Plus the rural nature of the force and the limited opportunities for advancement depending on where you are first stationed, can have quite an impact on family life.

Cons

Poor work life balance

Ratings by category

2.0 out of 5 stars for Work/Life Balance

3.0 out of 5 stars for Salary/Benefits

4.0 out of 5 stars for Job security/advancement

1.0 out of 5 stars for Management

2.0 out of 5 stars for Culture

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Police Constable (Former Employee) - Haverfordwest - 8 January 2019

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Inspector (Former Employee) - Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire - 18 April 2020

excellent firm to work for with a good progression ladder. you can also diversify via different departments. overall this is a good company to work for.

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