The Community Safety and Protection division would like to invite applications for the role of CCTV Operator. The post holder will be responsible for the monitoring of Halton’s network of CCTV cameras and ensuring the smooth running of the control room during their shift.

Applicants should have experience of working in a control room or security setting, monitoring CCTV for multiple sites. Be able to demonstrate good communication skills, an ability to react calmly and quickly in an emergency and an ability to work without supervision.

The CCTV service is a 24/7 function and the successful candidate will support the 24hr running of the service.

If successful, candidates will be required to undertake a DBS check and local police force vetting.  

Benefits of working with us

• Annual leave entitlement varies according to length of service and ranges from 26 days to 34 days per year, in addition to eight bank holidays.
• Access to a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme, administered by Cheshire Pension Fund). For full details, see cheshirepensionfund.org.uk
• A range of additional staff benefits including car lease scheme and discounts at a number of local/national businesses.
• Free parking

Interviews will take place throughought the duration of the advertisement which may result in an early closure of the vacancy if suffiecent applicant numbers are received. Applicants are advised to submit their applications for the positions(s) they wish to be considered for ASAP.

The vacancies are as follows:

1 position working 32 hours per week (£20,324 - £20,664 per annum) on a shift pattern covering 24 hours per day, 7 days a week over 365 days per annum under the supervision of the CCTV Supervisor.

2 positions working 24 hours per week (£15,243- £15,498 per annum) on a shift pattern covering 24 hours per day, 7 days a week over 365 days per annum under the supervision of the CCTV Supervisor.

For an informal chat about the role, responsibilities and expectations please contact Rebecca Freeman on 07785926987.

At Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.uk