Alarm Call Handler
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Position Overview & Specifications
Control Room Operator / Alarm Call Handler
Benefits
·Work life balance (4 days on/4 days off)
·Company pension
·Long service annual leave rewards
·Employee Assistance Programme
·Retailer/Restaurant/gym discounts
·Free parking
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity for a pro-active team player who is organised, punctual and efficient with exceptional telephone customer service to join our alarm receiving centre team.
The successful candidate will be based in our Alarm Receiving Centre Office in the heart of Leicester and will be receiving alarms and incoming telephone calls from our monitored fire and security systems and customers across the UK.
Our centre runs a 24/7 365 days a year operation and therefore this role involves a shift pattern of 12 hour shifts (7am – 7pm), 4 days on/ 4 days off and would include some bank holiday and Christmas working if your shift were to fall on those days.Occasional night shifts may be required to cover staff absences and will come with additional payments.
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
·Receiving live alarms through in house systems (full training provided)
·Dealing with incoming telephone calls
·Dispatching engineers or emergency services to sites
·Liaising with key holders/customers
·General administration
Requirements
·SIA CCTV licence would be an advantage but training and licence will be provided if not
·Excellent customer service skills
·Confident telephone manner
·Excellent punctuality is essential
·Ability to liaise with various outside agencies and personnel
·Computer literate
·Ability to multitask
·Ability to prioritise work load
A Bit About Us
Since Abel was established in Leicester in 1965, we’ve earned our place at the heart of the fire and security industry.We are a third generation pioneering and multi-award winning family business providing a nationwide service throughout our 13 branches.
One of Abel’s successes is having its own Communications & Monitoring Centre (Alarm Receiving Centre), which is a key part of our business and carries a huge amount of responsibility and professionalism.
At Abel you will not only become part of a growing team but also have the satisfaction that you are helping customers to protect what matters to them most with a reliable, consistent, and quality service.
So, if you are you ready to take the next step in your career and contribute towards making the world a safer, smarter place and want the opportunity to enhance and improve your skills; why not apply.
Abel Alarm is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £23,909.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: ACH
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Alarm Call Handler roles across Abel Alarm's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £23,909 - £23,909 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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