Airport Security Officer

Manchester Airport Plc; Burton End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An airport operator in England seeks Security Officers to conduct security searches, operate advanced equipment, and ensure a safe journey for passengers. No prior security experience is necessary as full training will be provided. Ideal candidates should be customer service-oriented and able to maintain attention to detail. This role offers a flexible schedule with various contract types available, including part-time options. Competitive pay of £15.35 per hour, along with a range of benefits including holiday leave and a generous pension plan.

Benefits

Generous pension plan

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Free parking

Subsidised public transport

Company discounts

Free Virtual GP service

Care Concierge service

Volunteering days

Qualifications

• No security experience required; full training provided.
• Experience in a customer-focused environment is desirable.
• Must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years.
• Perfect colour vision required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hand searches of customers and cabin luggage.
• Operate high-tech security equipment.
• Patrol terminal and man positions.
• Check staff ID cards and customer boarding cards.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Proactive attitude

Well presented

Job description

Job Overview

Security Officers are one of the most vital roles in the airport, ensuring that all passengers have a safe and enjoyable journey. In this exciting role you will get involved in Conducting hand searches of customers and cabin luggage as required in Security Operating high‑tech security equipment such as X‑Ray machines and body scanners Patrolling our terminal and manning posts Checking of staff ID cards and customer boarding cards before entering the security area Delivering great service to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct hand searches of customers and cabin luggage.
• Operate high‑tech security equipment such as X‑Ray machines and body scanners.
• Patrol terminal and manning posts.
• Check staff ID cards and customer boarding cards before entering the security area.
• Deliver excellent customer service.

Qualifications & Requirements

• No security experience required; full training provided.
• Experience in a customer focused environment desirable.
• Enthusiasm, proactive attitude and ability to deliver excellent customer service.
• Well presented, punctual and focused on attention to detail.
• Perfect colour vision required.
• Long periods of standing, bending, walking and manual handling.
• Must have lived in the UK for the last 3 years.

Pre‑Employment Checks & Training

The role will require a conditional offer subject to Pre‑Employment checks and passing your initial four‑week training course (40 hours – Monday to Friday) which is fully paid. Checks include: Criminal Record Check, 5 years employment history and Counter Terrorism Check. A face‑to‑face medical appointment is also required.

Salary & Contract

• £15.35 per hour (£13.85 p.h. during initial 3‑month probation period).
• Different contract types available.
• From 20 hours per week; contracts will require flexibility and will cover a range of hours and weekends.
• Contract: 3000 GBP per Year, part time.

Benefits

• Flexible and generous company pension plan (up to 10% contribution).
• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Free parking.
• Subsidised public transport.
• Huge range of company discounts.
• 2 volunteering days per year.
• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
• Care Concierge service.

About MAG & London Stansted Airport

Every year, London Stansted Airport connects 30 million passengers with more than 190 destinations across the globe. Part of the largest UK owned airport operator group, MAG, London Stansted Airport supports over 12,000 jobs onsite and generates around £7.75bn each year for the region. There is an exciting future ahead for London Stansted. Having already invested millions in the departure lounge and baggage system, we are now moving into the next phase of growth, with permission granted to increase the airport's capacity to 43 million passengers per year. At MAG, we recognise creating a first‑class journey for our customers starts by creating a first‑class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. Together, we are the Journey Makers.