CCTV Jobs

An operator of closed-circuit television (CCTV) spends their day in a central control room, where they are responsible for monitoring and controlling a bank of displays. These are connected to surveillance cameras that have been installed in public areas, buildings, and other locations such as construction sites, with the goals of detecting and preventing criminal activity, protecting individuals or monitoring the operation of equipment, machines, and other systems in the company.

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With the continuous advancement in technology, CCTV jobs are becoming more in demand. If employed in a bigger company, you can advance to senior levels in the CCTV arena.

The basic rule of thumb is that a CCTV operator needs to be PSIRA Registered. You need to have a current and legal driver's license in addition to a clean criminal history. You should also have knowledge of security systems such as alarm systems and CCTV surveillance systems.

Although there are no official prerequisites for admittance, many employers prefer applicants to have some training from a recognised institution that provides professional CCTV training in South Africa. Among these is the South West Coast Training Academy, the CCTV College SA, the Cranes CCTV Training School, and the Growth College. The length of time required for training can range anywhere from one day to a few weeks, depending on the specifics of the curriculum and the modules that are studied.

• You would be required to perform your duties inside, in a centralised control centre, in front of multiple screens.
• It is anticipated that you will work in shifts in order to cover the required 24 hours of work each day, seven days per week. There are many professions available that need working in shifts of 12 hours, with four days on and four days off.
• You will operate independently or as part of a group of other operators. 
• Your people's skills are constantly refined as you constantly need to be good at reading people, both in terms of their expressions and their body language. 
• It's a great feeling to give individuals the power to be safe, especially if they've been a victim of crime in the past. 
• The work can be stressful as it necessitates careful attention to detail and is frequently carried out in environments in which maintaining a state of constant awareness is essential.

Is a CCTV job a good career?

Yes. Technology is improving in leaps and bounds in the workplace. CCTV operators are more and more in demand. 

Are CCTV jobs in demand?

With the advent of CCTV, its previously supporting role in police and safety agency investigations has expanded. CCTV is a growing industry with several entry-level opportunities as well as opportunities to advance in a bigger company.

How much do CCTV operators earn?

In South Africa, a CCTV operator can expect an annual pay of R 210 000, or about R 108 per hour. Salary ranges from R 168 000 per year for entry level employment to R 390 000 per year for the most experienced employees.