Optime Group
City, Belfast
Overview Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Security Officers to join a well-respected and successful client at Belfast City Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience but have a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security. All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by sector experts including support in obtaining relevant background checks. There is on-site mentoring and clear career pathways leading to specialist management roles within our team, so think big! Please note: Due to enhanced background checks, this role is only suitable if you have continuously resided in the UK for the last 3 years. There will be TWO stages to your interview, stage one will be a teams interview and stage two will be face to face. You MUST pass both stages in order to be offered this role. What's on offer Rate of pay: £12.72 per hour, increasing to £13.25 per hour once fully trained on X-Ray Screening. All employees will need to be able to work on a shift rotation. Shift timings: Earliest start time: 04:30am, Latest finish time: 00:00am Hours per week available: 20 hours (please see below shift pattern and timings for both hours) Please note this is an airport environment, you will be expected to be flexible across weekends and bank holidays Free staff car parking. Immediate start dates available. Key Duties To control access to restricted areas of the airport. To carry out staffID and boarding card checks. To prepare passengers, staff, and crew for security screening. To conduct physical searches of all persons and articles requiring access to restricted areas. To carry out x-ray duties of all items entering the restricted area. To respond to any onsite incident, following the agreed procedure. To carry out escort duties when required. To perform patrols in assigned areas. To be compliant with relevant Civil Aviation Authority regulations and understand Belfast City Airport local procedures and working practices. To undertake required Security Training as specified by the company, in compliance with CAA standards. To achieve an adequate level of competence which is measured through performance assessments. To support a culture of continuous improvement by fully engaging in the success of the business and own self development. Shifts The Airport is operational 7 days per week and candidates will need to be fully flexible with the days and hours you can work. This could be subject to change! An example of the 20 hours per week - 3 on 3 off, 3 on 1 off, 4 on 2 off, 3 on over 21 days We need flexibility and availability to start at 05:00 - 09:30 and 13:30 to 17:30, this may be subject to change depending on flights, summer/winter scheduling. Requirements: A positive, customer-centric attitude with a genuine desire to create a pleasant experience for all airport visitors. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm and aid in stressful situations. Strong observational skills and attention to detail to effectively identify potential security risks. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and adhere to strict security protocols. Physical fitness and the ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine security tasks. Proof of National Insurance Proof of (current) Address Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following interview in line with CAA requirements. PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history. For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply! Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Overview Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Security Officers to join a well-respected and successful client at Belfast City Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience but have a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security. All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by sector experts including support in obtaining relevant background checks. There is on-site mentoring and clear career pathways leading to specialist management roles within our team, so think big! Please note: Due to enhanced background checks, this role is only suitable if you have continuously resided in the UK for the last 3 years. There will be TWO stages to your interview, stage one will be a teams interview and stage two will be face to face. You MUST pass both stages in order to be offered this role. What's on offer Rate of pay: £12.72 per hour, increasing to £13.25 per hour once fully trained on X-Ray Screening. All employees will need to be able to work on a shift rotation. Shift timings: Earliest start time: 04:30am, Latest finish time: 00:00am Hours per week available: 20 hours (please see below shift pattern and timings for both hours) Please note this is an airport environment, you will be expected to be flexible across weekends and bank holidays Free staff car parking. Immediate start dates available. Key Duties To control access to restricted areas of the airport. To carry out staffID and boarding card checks. To prepare passengers, staff, and crew for security screening. To conduct physical searches of all persons and articles requiring access to restricted areas. To carry out x-ray duties of all items entering the restricted area. To respond to any onsite incident, following the agreed procedure. To carry out escort duties when required. To perform patrols in assigned areas. To be compliant with relevant Civil Aviation Authority regulations and understand Belfast City Airport local procedures and working practices. To undertake required Security Training as specified by the company, in compliance with CAA standards. To achieve an adequate level of competence which is measured through performance assessments. To support a culture of continuous improvement by fully engaging in the success of the business and own self development. Shifts The Airport is operational 7 days per week and candidates will need to be fully flexible with the days and hours you can work. This could be subject to change! An example of the 20 hours per week - 3 on 3 off, 3 on 1 off, 4 on 2 off, 3 on over 21 days We need flexibility and availability to start at 05:00 - 09:30 and 13:30 to 17:30, this may be subject to change depending on flights, summer/winter scheduling. Requirements: A positive, customer-centric attitude with a genuine desire to create a pleasant experience for all airport visitors. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm and aid in stressful situations. Strong observational skills and attention to detail to effectively identify potential security risks. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and adhere to strict security protocols. Physical fitness and the ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine security tasks. Proof of National Insurance Proof of (current) Address Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following interview in line with CAA requirements. PLEASE NOTE: As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history. For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply! Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.