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Control Room Operator - Part Time
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Join our Electronic Monitoring service.
What is “Electronic Monitoring”?
Electronic Monitoring is the use of Radio Frequency technology to monitor an individual's compliance with an order imposed upon them by an issuing authority such as a Sheriff Court.
Individuals who are subject to Electronic Monitoring will wear a monitoring device commonly referred to as a “Tag” and have a further monitoring device installed within their premises.
G4S, an Allied Universal company, is the Electronic Monitoring Service Provider for Scotland. G4S installs the equipment, monitors individual’s compliance, and reports any non-compliance to the relevant authority.
What Does the Role Entail?
We have an exciting opportunity for a Control Room Operator to join our team. Full-time and part-time hours available, shift working, based at Glasgow Business Park, Building 4, Parkway Court, Springhill Parkway, Baillieston, Glasgow, G69 6GA. The role is to deliver high-quality, professional monitoring in accordance with the policies and procedures as agreed with the Scottish Government. In return, you will receive a salary of £25,917.81 per annum based on full-time 38 hours (£13.08 per hour), part-time positions are paid pro rata. 28 days holiday, entry into a contributory pension scheme, and free parking. For hours worked past 00:00 until 06:00, an additional £1 per hour will be paid as a shift allowance.
Shift Pattern
- Saturday and Sunday 18:00 - 06:30
What You Can Expect From Us
- A worthwhile role within the Criminal Justice system - making a difference to people’s lives on a daily basis, job satisfaction, in-house training, employment security, and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive team.
- An opportunity to enhance your skills. Whether you see this job as a stepping stone in your career or you wish to progress a career within G4S, we will provide you with ample opportunity for learning and development mapped against your own personal development plan. While giving you all the training and support to enable you, we can also help you gain and enhance your skills in customer service, compliance monitoring, training delivery, or logistics support.
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Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities for the Control Room Operator
- Point of contact for Monitored Persons who are subject to Electronic Monitoring
- Monitoring Compliance of Monitored Persons and reporting any incidents of non-compliance to the appropriate agency
- Liaising with various partner agencies such as Justice Social Work, Police Scotland, Hospitals, and the Scottish Prison Service
- Use of Google Drive, Google Sheets, and information management software to document actions and produce reports
- Making outbound calls to Monitored Persons and Partner Agencies as well as receiving incoming calls
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the Control Room Operator will have the following Key Competencies:
- Acting Professionally
- Delivering Objectives
- Supporting & Working with Others
- Delivering Great Customer Service
Essential Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to remain calm, positive, and confident in a pressurized environment
- Ability to make decisions based on facts and information available
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize own workload
- Flexible working style
Desirable
- Ability to use Google Drive systems such as Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Full UK driving license
- Experience in a similar role
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Benefits
The successful candidate will benefit from a competitive salary, extensive training, excellent benefits, and a friendly working environment.
Important Notes
- This role does not qualify for a visa under the current Government guidelines. Therefore, to be considered for this role, you must already have the right to work in the UK.
- Relocation costs will not be granted.
- You must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the National Monitoring Centre in Bellshill.
The Recruitment Process
- Online application submitted
- Email with a link to complete the full application form via Google Forms
- 10-minute telephone interview
- In-person competency-based interview
- Vetting which involves a vetting meeting
Upon completion of successful vetting, offer of employment and start date given
About Allied Universal
Allied Universal, a leading security and facility services company, provides proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver tailored, integrated security solutions that allow clients to focus on their core business. Our acquisition of G4S in 2021 expands our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. Through our vast network of more than 800,000 employees, we leverage global best practices in communities all over the world. Operating in around more than 80 countries with revenues of $18 billion, we are supported by efficient processes and systems that can only come with scale to help deliver our promise locally: keeping people safe so our communities can thrive. We believe there is no greater purpose than serving and safeguarding customers, communities, and people in today's world. Allied Universal is There for you.
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