CCTV Operative - Portsmouth, PO12AL, United KingdomJob Category: Community SafetyRegion / Division: UK RegionLocation: Civic Offices, PortsmouthWorking Hours: 37Great opportunity to join us as a CCTV Operative!38.5 hours per week (inclusive of 1.5 hours contractual overtime)Shift-based, including nights, weekends and public holidaysRolling pattern: 4 days, 4 off, 4 nights, 4 offOperates within a secure control room environment The Service - The Housing, Neighbourhood and Building Service:To support community safety by proactively monitoring and operating the City Council’s Public Space Surveillance CCTV systems. This role ensures the effective use of surveillance technology to assist in crime prevention, public protection, and incident response.What is the role?Working within the CCTV team within Community Safety you will report directly to the CCTV Manager. You will be responsible for the proactive monitoring of the City Council's Public Space Surveillance CCTV cameras located throughout the city and suite of cameras within various Local Area Housing schemes and Community buildings. You will be required to liaise with varying customers which will include other PCC departments and external customers such as police and solicitors. During the hours of 0000 and 0600 your responsibilities will also include the management of the alarm panels this is to include the fire and Intruder alarm, checking that 2 doors are secure and allowing access and egress from the building/ car park of visitors/contractors. The priorities for the roles will be first and foremost the alarm panels followed by CCTV monitoring finally visitor access etc.Please see the full job profile attached at the bottom of this page for all of the key responsibilities of the role!Who is the person?Has experience of or relevant transferable skills in operating CCTV or other surveillance systems.Has experience of or relevant transferable skills in working in a control room environment and managing multiple screens or systems.Has knowledge of and understands data protection laws, confidentiality requirements and how to apply them in practice.Can maintain high attention to detail during extended monitoring periods.Has the relevant skills in identifying and responding to incidents before they escalate.Can prioritise tasks effectively during overnight shifts when managing alarms, CCTV monitoring, and visitor access. Can communicate effectively with emergency services or external agencies.Has used computer systems to record information or manage data.Is able to work alone but also as part of a wider team and offer support where required.Is comfortable working shifts, including nights and weekends.When completing the application form, please thoroughly tailor your application to the 'Who is the Person' points with the use of examples from your experience. This is really important or you are likely not to be shortlisted. The full job profile is attached at the bottom of this page.About Portsmouth City CouncilWhat we can offer you:Portsmouth City Council is a unique organisation, committed to making a difference, and is guided by core values that set who we are as people, what we stand for, and how we act.Read more about working at Portsmouth City Council and our benefits on our careers portal homepage: Careers Portal - Find jobs with Portsmouth City CouncilShould you require any support in completing the application form please contact recruit@portsmouthcc.gov.uk. or call the recruitment team on 023 92 616800