CCTV Operator (Force Contact)

Key Responsibilities

• To operate and proactively monitor ANPR and CCTV incidents, to aid investigation of offences.
• To be able to identify and manage risk when assessing CCTV and ANPR reports to enable the safe and effective allocation of appropriate police resources.
• To respond to radio links with Police officers, Partners and other agencies
• Create, update and disseminate accurate incident logs using Controlworks, ensuring the inclusion of all relevant information and intelligence.
• To operate and monitor the overt surveillance camera system, selecting the direction and focus to best view and record incidents taking place
• Full Role Details
• Click here to view the full details of the role, including the Essential Criteria, Desirable Criteria and any educational requirements for the role.
• Salary and Shifts
• Salary: £28,914
• Shift patterns include shift allowance: Shift 20% and Weekend 14.18%
• Shift: 2 earlies, 2 lates, 2 nights & 4 rest days
• Selection Process
• Online Application and Sift - You will complete an online application form, which will be reviewed against the skills, experience and behaviours required for the role.
• Closing Date: 4/11/2026
• Interview - Candidates who successfully pass the application stage will be invited to attend an interview and. This will provide you with the opportunity to demonstrate your suitability for the role.
• Proposed date(s): W/C 9th November
• Pre-Employment Checks - If you are selected as the preferred candidate, you will be required to successfully complete relevant pre-employment checks before receiving a formal offer. For internal candidates, some checks may not be required. Checks may include:
• Vetting Checks - You must successfully complete the required level of Recruitment and Counter Terrorism clearance before starting the role. This may include providing information relating to your background and financial history as part of the vetting process. Click here for more information.
• Medical Checks - Appointment to this role is subject to successfully completing medical checks. This may include a drugs test and, where required, a fitness assessment.
• Reference Checks - You will need to provide details covering at least five years of employment, education or other relevant activity history.
• We are committed to supporting candidates throughout the recruitment process and reasonable adjustments are available for those who need them.