Aviation Security Agent

Mitie; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management company is seeking a Full Time Security Officer at Belfast City Airport to oversee security access and conduct necessary checks. Duties include controlling airport access, performing physical searches, and responding to incidents. Candidates must undergo full training and have a checkable history as well as pass a color vision test. The position offers competitive pay, flexible benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible benefits scheme

Virtual GP access

Cycle-to-work scheme

Life cover

Qualifications

• Availability for 8 - 12 full days of training.
• Must pass a colour vision test.
• 5-year checkable history.

Responsibilities

• Control access to restricted areas of the airport.
• Conduct physical searches of all persons.
• Respond to onsite incidents.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Basic computer skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Ability to communicate with people at all levels

Job description

Better places, thriving communities.

Better places, thriving communities.

Full Time Security Officer - Belfast City Airport

Hourly rate - Starting at £12.72 rising to £13.25 once full training is completed

Responsibilities

• To control access to restricted areas of the airport
• To carry out staff ID 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 procedures
• 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 assessment
• To support a culture of continuous improvement by fully engaging in the success of the business and own self-development

Essential information

• Full training provided, must be available to complete 8 - 12 full days in training (excludes weekend)
• All employees will be able to work from 04:30 - 13:30 and 13:30 - 22:00 on a shift rotation
• Must have a 5-year checkable history
• Must pass a colour vision test
• Must have been in the UK for 3 years

What we are looking for

• Are you smart in appearance?
• Do you have good verbal and written communication skills?
• Can you work on your own initiative and also within a team?
• Do you possess basic computer skills to operate certain equipment?
• Are you able to achieve and maintain Level 1 DFT standard?
• Do you have the ability to communicate with people at all levels, including outside agencies?

Benefits and additional information

Our market-leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle. We have a virtual GP on hand for you and members of your household. You can get expert advice by video or phone without having to leave your home. Salary Finance offers financial wellbeing assistance, including the ability to access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee and competitive loans. When you join us, you’ll receive a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices, to customize your benefits. You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, buying technology products at an affordable cost and more. We also provide access to high street discounts via MiDeals and a cycle-to-work scheme. Life cover is the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000, with additional options such as a save-as-you-earn scheme and a Mitie Matching Share Plan. We award Mitie Stars as recognition for hard work, with monthly cash prizes and a potential yearly top prize.

Our success is a direct result of the experience and quality of our people. Progressing your career is a top priority, with training and development across a wide range of resources. Mitie is a leading facilities management and professional services company with a global presence.

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by emailing us.