Airfield Security Officer

• Airfield Security Officer
• Based at Manchester Airport
• Part time 20 Hours per week
• £12.36 Per hour inclusive of 17.5% Shift allowance (Early shift pattern)
• £11.57 Per hour inclusive of 10% Shift allowance (Lates shift pattern)
• Varied shift pattern (Early/Lates)

About us:

MAG is the country’s largest airport group. We own Manchester, Stansted and East Midlands Airports as well as our MAG USA business based out of Chicago. Our airports are so much more than the place where your holiday starts! Behind the scenes thousands of MAG employees work tirelessly 24hrs a day 7 days a week across numerous operational departments to ensure that our customers experience a seamless, enjoyable and safe travel experience.

We are proud to be a diverse employer, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds

About the role:

As our business is growing, and our passenger numbers are increasing we have a number of opportunities to join our busy Airfield Security Operations Team at Manchester Airport.

The role of an Airfield Security Officer is varied. Duties will include but not limited to:

• Undertaking patrols by foot and vehicle of the airfield and perimeter fence.
• Operating x-ray equipment, other screening and detection devices (including acting as a member of mobile x-ray team).
• Carrying out searches of staff, airport workers, persons detained by HM Immigration, and their visitors. Also, buildings and vehicles.
• Checking of staff ID cards.
• Prevention of prohibited articles entering the restricted zone, and confiscation of prohibited items.
• Assist in the evacuation of passengers, staff and visitors in emergency situations.
• Report any suspicious persons/vehicles and any damage to the perimeter of the restricted zone.

About you:

You will hold a Full UK Driving Licence as driving will be involved in your duties. Previous experience of working in the Airfield Operation and a current Airside Driving Permit would be advantageous.

Our checks include: A Criminal Record Check, 5 years employment history and Counter Terrorism Check. You will also be required to attend a face to face medical appointment.

Due to the nature of our security checks we are unable to consider any applications from candidates who have not lived in the UK for the last 3 years.

Benefits:

As a MAG employee you will have access to some great benefits including:

✈Free on-site parking whilst on duty

✈Free Airport parking when you go on holiday (subject to availability and pre-booking)

✈Access to our employee rewards portal with discounts and savings

✈24hour Employee Assistance Programme

✈MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution

✈Discounts on public transport to work

✈Discounts on MAG products such as Airport Hospitality Lounges and holiday parking at our Airports

✈On-site discounts and heavily discounted staff shop

✈Fantastic career development opportunities – We are the UK’s largest Airport Operator!

✈Tax free Airside shopping in our departure lounge

How do I apply?

Please submit your up-to date CV and a covering letter detailing how you meet the role criteria.

For current MAG employees applying for this role, applications will only be accepted through Colleague Self Service (CSS) - please follow this link: www.manchesterairport.co.uk/sf

Advert will close once sufficient applications are received

Equal Opportunities

MAG are a values led organisation and we are committed to providing equal opportunities in all areas of work and business. We want people to achieve their best, which will in turn positively impact on our customers and the communities in which we live and work. At MAG we empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

Reasonable Adjustments

As an inclusive employer, MAG wants to see every candidate performing at their best throughout the job application process, interview process and whilst at work. We therefore encourage you to get in touch with our Recruitment Team to inform us of any reasonable adjustments you might need to enable this to happen. You can contact the team by emailing [email protected].

For more information on our equal opportunities and diversity policy please view our Equal Opportunities page on our careers site.