CCTV Operator

Published: 06 September 2023

CCTV Operator

37 hours per week
(Predominantly evening and weekend working, rotas to be agreed)

Permanent contract
Salary circa £20,812 - £21,968 (pay award pending)
SCP 3-6 + Local Government Pension Scheme
This position will be subject to a DBS Check

Folkestone Town Council are looking to recruit a CCTV operator for their new CCTV Control Centre. Working in partnership with the Estates/Security Officer, you will assist the Town Clerk in all aspects of the operation of the CCTV control room, scheduling and providing 24/7 coverage utilising volunteers. You will be helping to protect public safety and assisting in the reduction and detection of crime, reducing the fear of crime, disorder and anti-social behaviour across the town of Folkestone.

Ideally candidates should possess the following, although not essential as full training will be given:

· Knowledge and relevant experience of the use of CCTV in public spaces

· Security qualification/formal training and or SIA Licenced

· Ability to use initiative while working unsupervised and work as part of a team

· Knowledge of maintaining CCTV equipment

· A flexible and versatile approach to work

· Willingness to undertake appropriate training

· Possess excellent communication skills and be comfortable in dealing with Police, members of the public and external partners

· Experience of working with volunteers and ability to plan rotas

The successful candidate can enjoy working in a supportive team environment, with a competitive salary and inclusion in the local government pension scheme.

A copy of the Job Description, Person Specification and Application Form are available here.

Applications must be received by 9am on the 2 October 2023. Please note CVs will not be considered.

For an informal conversation about this post please contact the Town Clerk, Stephen Nash, on 01303 257946 or email stephen.nash@folkestone-tc.gov.uk

THIS POSITION WILL ONLY BE OFFERED SUBJECT TO SUCCESSFUL DBS & VETTING CHECKS