Overview
Alarm Response Centre Day Controller (HF1349203) Jobs in Epsom, England, United Kingdom at Apprentify
Title: Alarm Response Centre Day Controller (HF1349203)
Company: Apprentify
Location: Epsom, England, United Kingdom
Flourish are seeking a highly motivated ARC Day Controller to join a busy and fast-paced Alarm Receiving Centre (ARC) operation. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable lone workers by providing a rapid, professional, and effective response to alarm activations and emergency incidents.
Working within a dedicated operations team, you will assess incoming alerts, manage incidents in real time, liaise with emergency services when required, and ensure all actions are accurately recorded. A successful candidate will be calm under pressure, an excellent communicator, and capable of making informed decisions in time-sensitive situations.
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, shifts between 8:00am and 6:30pm.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to alarm activations promptly and within agreed service levels.
- Assess, verify, and manage alarm situations, determining the appropriate course of action.
- Escalate incidents to emergency services where necessary, providing clear and accurate information.
- Conduct outbound calls to users, customers, and emergency contacts to gather additional details.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation of all incidents and actions taken.
- Communicate professionally with internal teams, customers, and external agencies.
- Identify and report issues relating to systems, processes, or customer profiles.
- Ensure compliance with operational procedures, service standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment while maintaining high levels of customer care.
Skills & Experience Essential
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service skills and a professional telephone manner.
- Ability to remain calm, focused, and decisive in high-pressure situations.
- Good attention to detail and strong administrative skills.
- Computer literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Ability to learn new systems and technologies quickly.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks.
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- At least one year's experience in a contact centre, customer service, operations, or fast-paced office environment.
- Experience handling time-critical incidents or escalations.
- Familiarity with alarm monitoring, emergency response, or security-related services.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a confident communicator who thrives in a fast-moving operational environment. They will demonstrate sound judgement, resilience, and a strong commitment to providing exceptional service while helping to protect and support customers during critical situations.
