About the job
Join the dynamic team of security professionals at Belfast City Airport with Optime Group. We are seeking committed Security Officers who are passionate about aviation and customer service. No prior security experience is necessary, just a drive to learn and grow within this exciting sector.
We offer comprehensive, fully paid training led by industry experts, along with support to obtain necessary background checks. Benefit from on-site mentoring and well-defined career paths that can lead you to specialized management roles – aim high!
Important Information:
- This position is subject to rigorous background checks; therefore, candidates must have continuously resided in the UK for the past 3 years.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay starting at £13.22 per hour, increasing to £13.78 upon full training in X-Ray Screening.
- Flexible shift rotation requirement with hours primarily from 04:30 am to 00:00 am.
- 40 hours of work per week available (please refer to the shift pattern below).
- As this is an airport role, flexibility to work on weekends and bank holidays is essential.
- Free parking for staff.
- Immediate start dates are available!
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage access to restricted areas of the airport.
- Conduct ID and boarding card inspections for staff and passengers.
- Prepare individuals for security screenings.
- Perform thorough searches of persons and items entering restricted areas.
- Execute X-ray screening duties for items entering secure zones.
- Respond to on-site incidents according to established procedures.
- Conduct patrols in assigned areas as needed.
- Comply with Civil Aviation Authority regulations and familiarize yourself with Belfast City Airport's local procedures.
- Complete all required security training in alignment with CAA standards.
- Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
Shifts:
The airport operates 7 days a week, and candidates must demonstrate flexibility in their availability. Shift patterns are subject to change.
Example of a potential shift pattern: 3 days on, 3 days off, followed by 3 days on and 1 day off, then 4 days on and 2 days off over a 21-day cycle. Availability for shifts starting at 04:30 am and ending at 22:00 or midnight is required.