Security Controller

Wiltshire Police; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Well-being and pension support

Job summary

Wiltshire Police is seeking a committed Security Controller to maintain site security and act as the first line of defence against threats. The role places you at the heart of the security response and requires calm, decisive action.

You will work in a control room, respond to alarms, operate CCTV systems, and coordinate initial responses. A background in policing, military, security, or protection is preferred, with strong collaboration with partner agencies.

Qualifications

• Calm under pressure with ability to take responsibility.
• Experience operating CCTV and alarm systems.
• Experience working with external partner agencies.
• Previous police, military, security or protection background.

Responsibilities

• Respond to alarms and security incidents in a control room and coordinate initial response.
• Operate CCTV systems confidently without direct supervision.
• Protect sensitive information and uphold Data Protection principles.
• Coordinate resources and liaise with Senior Commanders when armed units are required.
• Carry out administrative and IT tasks as needed within the department.
• Engage with external partner agencies as part of operations.

Skills

Calm under pressure

CCTV operation

Data protection

Security incidents response

Tools

CCTV systems

Alarm systems

Job description

About us

At Wiltshire Police, we are dedicated to making our community a safer place for everyone. Our team is committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and service. We believe in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where every member can thrive and make a meaningful impact. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance, Wiltshire Police offers a range of opportunities to grow and develop. Join us, and be part of a team that values courage, compassion, and dedication to public service. Help us to keep Wiltshire safe.

Wiltshire has lots of layers - prehistoric stones, wartime bunkers, secret trails and hidden churches. But behind all of that, keeping our community safe across the years are generations of quiet police work. Some of it heroic, some of it worrying, but all of it real.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and we’re committed to building an inclusive, diverse community that celebrates and welcomes everyone.
If there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

About the role

We are looking for a committed Security Controller to maintain the security and integrity of the site and be the first line of defence when potential threats arise. If you’re calm under pressure and ready to take responsibility, this role puts you at the heart of our security response.

What you will be doing

• Working within a control room you will provide initial response to alarms and security incidents and respond to all alarms (intruder, building, personal attack, fire) and any unforeseen event or
  emergency by co-ordination or determination of the perceived level of threat and risk.
• Operate CCTV systems confidently without direct supervision
• Protect sensitive information and uphold strict Data Protection principles
• Where a perceived level of threat or risk has been determined/identified, co-ordinate appropriate level of initial response by calling for resources to deal with the emergency. This may
  include liaison with Senior Commanders where armed police units are required. The Security Controller will play a key role in ongoing communication and sharing of Intelligence throughout
  incident to dynamically mitigate any risk.
• Carry out other administrative and IT tasks which may be required due to operational needs within the specified operation and the Specialist Operations department, this will include examining and
  analysing electronic imaging and videos
• Experience of working with external partner agencies
• Previous police, military, security or protection background.
• Previous experience of CCTV or technical alarm systems

What we offer

• Excellent career development opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days
• Physical and mental well-being support
• Generous Pension scheme

Please note, all roles will be subject to a vetting procedure, some roles due to the nature of their work, will require additional security clearance.

Depending on the number of applications received, we reserve the right to close this role early.

We are proud of being a truly inclusive organisation who provides fair and equal consideration to all of our applicants. We encourage and welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, ethnicities, nationalities, disabilities, sexual orientation, religions or beliefs and of neuro divergence.

Important information before you commence an application

Please ensure you allow time to complete your application fully as part complete pages do not autosave and the application system only remains active on a single page for a period of 60 minutes.

You may require the following detail to complete this application form:

• National Insurance Number
• Address information
• Referee information
• Full employment history including dates and any qualifications you may have attained
• Tattoos - you will also be requested to provide photos and describe of any visible tattoos you have

You may require the following documents to complete this application form:

• A copy of your photo card driving licence
• A downloaded DVLA summary showing full driving record
• A copy of your paper driving licence counterpart (Northern Ireland only)
• A copy of your British Passport or birth certificate (if a candidate does not have a passport, then they may use their birth certificate, but will need to provide a copy of a British passport once they have obtained one.)
• Copies of your qualifications relating to English and Maths (only). If applying for the Degree Holder Police Constable Apprenticeship, you will need a copy of your Degree Certificate.
• Clear, colour photos of any non-intimate tattoos
• Formal translation from a reputable source for any foreign language or symbol tattoos
• Any paperwork relating to discharged debts, CCJ, bankruptcy etc
• Deed poll certificate for any name changes