Control Room Operator

at  Victoria University of Wellington

• Location: Kelburn
• Type: Permanent
• Post Date: Tue Sep 3 04:18:09 2024
• Ref: 1901
• Do you have control room operator experience or extensive experience in the security profession?
• Are you a highly organised, self-motivated individual and enjoy working within a caring team environment?
• Can you work under pressure to provide a high standard of service and contribute positively to a dedicated team?

Ō PŪMANAWA - ABOUT YOU

If you believe in providing a strong customer-focused service, have a high degree of empathy, ability to take the initiative, are astute, and can contribute positively to the team culture, then this is your role.
You will thrive in this role with a professional manner with people, an ability to influence and manage conflict, great communication skills, strong attention to detail, and self-management skills.

Key Requirements:

• Outstanding people and communication skills including the ability to adjust to different situations.
• Ability to assess risk and develop strategies to reduce risk.
• Being a team player as well as having individual responsibilities.
• Previous security experience, especially in similar control room environments, is desirable but not essential.
• Intermediate computer skills, experience with Genetec and Gallagher systems.

We are looking for people who can work a roster pattern of 2 mornings, 2 afternoons, and 2 nights across weekday/weekend/public holiday shifts to ensure we provide 24/7 service.

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Control Room Operator to join the Campus Safety and Security team. If you like being part of a professional team, with a focus on ensuring our people are learning and working in a safe, secure environment, then come and join our whanau.
The role will be responsible for supporting the university’s core function by having a focus on people and their safety and security.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing a range of services that support the safety and security of students, staff, and guests on the University’s campuses.
• Monitor and control electronic access and CCTV across the University campuses.
• Maintain accurate and timely written records of all activity and requests during your shift.
• Coordinate emergency and incident responses.
• Be proactive ensuring the smooth running of the university by providing clear and accurate information to our security officers out in the field.