Salary guide
CCTV Operator
- Average salary
- £19,000 – £28,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
SecuritySurveillance
- The UK has over 5 million CCTV cameras
Other names this job is known by
- Surveillance Operator
- Control Room Operator
Key responsibilities
- Monitor CCTV cameras for security and safety
- Respond to alarms and incidents
- Record and report suspicious activity
- Liaise with police and emergency services
Skills and qualifications required
- SIA CCTV licence
- Experience in security or surveillance
- Attention to detail
- IT and data entry skills
- Communication skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Operator
- Control Room Supervisor
- Security Manager
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Obtain an SIA CCTV licence
- Apply for operator roles with security firms or councils
- Complete on-the-job training
- Progress to supervisory or management roles with experience
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