Control Room Operative

First Response Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

First Response Group is seeking a Control Room Operator in Leeds to monitor systems, respond to events, and ensure safe, efficient operations.

Role requires a CCTV Licence, ability to commute to Leeds, and willingness to work Days and Nights. You will liaise across departments, generate incident reports, and maintain data accuracy in tracking systems.

Qualifications

• Must provide a full 5-year history of employment and/or education with addresses and landline numbers.
• Must have a CCTV Licence.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Punctual, reliable, adaptable with a professional appearance.
• Strong written and verbal communication with colleagues and customers.
• Demonstrate sound judgement and professional demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to telephone and email enquiries from colleagues and customers.
• Collaborate with the Control Room Team to maintain clear daily operations communication.
• Monitor the employee tracking and scheduling system for accuracy and timely updates.
• Compile and deliver reports on incidents and operational events for management and clients.
• Complete documentation efficiently and escalate issues when needed.
• Liaise with all departments to support seamless operations and cross-functional coordination.
• Utilise FRG systems to perform daily control room tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Punctual

Reliability

Team collaboration

Job description

Are you calm under pressure, detail-oriented, and passionate about operational excellence? As a Control Room Operator, you will be the heartbeat of our operations, monitoring systems, responding to real-time events, and ensuring everything runs safely and efficiently.

This is a critical role where your vigilance and quick thinking help keep people safe and systems performing at their best. If you thrive in a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment, we want to hear from you!

First Response Group is not just a workplace. It is a vibrant community where passion fuels our excellence, integrity guides our conduct, empowerment shapes our successes, and a sense of community binds us together. We are pioneers in our field, and we seek to inspire every person to reach their maximum potential.

Must have a CCTV Licence

Must be able to commute to Leeds and available to work Days and Nights.

About the Role

• Respond promptly and professionallyto telephone and email enquiries from colleagues and customers, ensuring clear and courteous communication at all times.
• Collaborate closely with the Control Room Teamto maintain consistent, transparent, and ongoing communication regarding daily operations and service updates.
• Monitor and manage the employee tracking and scheduling system, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates.
• Compile and deliver accurate reportson incidents and operational events, sharing insights with both management and clients as required.
• Complete all necessary documentationefficiently, escalating issues appropriately and in a timely manner when needed.
• Liaise effectively with all departmentsacross the organisation to support seamless operations and cross-functional coordination.
• Utilise FRG systems proficientlyto carry out daily tasks and contribute to the smooth running of control room operations.

Requirements

• Must be able to provide a full 5-year employment and/or education history, including addresses and landline contact details for verification purposes.
• Must have a CCTV Licence
• Exceptionalattention to detailwith a commitment to accuracy and consistency.
• Punctual, reliable, and adaptable, with a professional appearance and a proactive attitude.
• Strongwritten and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with colleagues and customers.
• Demonstratessound judgement, integrity, and a professional demeanour in all situations.

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Previous experience working in aControl Room environment.
• Background inadministrationorcustomer serviceroles.
• Experience within thesecurity industryis a strong advantage