Passenger Security Officer

Optime Group; Belfast; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for the aviation sector is looking for Security Officers at Belfast International Airport. Candidates need no prior experience but must have a customer-centric attitude and good communication skills. All necessary training is provided to ensure readiness for the role. This position offers a competitive hourly rate starting at £12.72 during training, moving to £13.15 after completion, along with flexible shifts and potential for permanent positions.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Free staff car parking

On-site mentoring

Qualifications

• Positive, customer-centric attitude with the desire to create a pleasant experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong observational skills to identify security risks.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and adhere to protocols.
• Proof of National Insurance and 5 Year Address History required.

Responsibilities

• Use equipment to ensure prohibited articles are not taken into secure areas.
• Carry out regular patrols around airside and landside locations.
• Attend to and investigate reports of incidents.
• Complete documentation on any incidents that may have occurred.
• Respond to and assist with emergency situations.
• Maintain high customer service and satisfaction.

Skills

Customer-centric attitude

Excellent communication skills

Strong observational skills

Ability to adapt quickly

Physical fitness

Job description

Aviation Recruitment experts Optime are searching for Security Officers to join a well-respected and successful client at Belfast International 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.

What’s on offer:

• Rate of pay: £12.72 per hour whilst training. £13.15 per hour after completion of x-ray training.
• Shift Pattern: 5 on 3 off
• Early shifts: 10 hours Starting between 03:30 - 04:30 and finishing between 13:30 - 14:30
• Late shifts: 10 hours Starting between 12:30 - 13:30 and finishing between 22:30 - 23:30
• 40 hours per week.
• Weekly pay (every Friday).
• Temp to Perm (performance based).
• Free staff car parking.

Start Dates :

• December 2025
• January 2026

Key Duties:

• Using equipment and manual search techniques to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken into secure airport areas.
• Carrying out regular patrols around airside and landside locations, access control, and passenger and x-ray screening.
• Attending to and investigating reports of incidents.
• Completing documentation clearly and concisely on any incidents that may have occurred.
• Responding to and assisting with emergency situations.
• Maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at all times.

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
• 5 Year Address History
• Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following their 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.