Job description
This is a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern working rotational weeks of 06:00 - 18:00, and 11:00 - 23:00 (dependent on operational requirements) offering great career progression opportunities.
How you will make an impact as an Aviation Security Officer:
- Carry out access control duties, X-ray items, conduct physical body searches and ensure only authorised personnel and vehicles enter the Security Restricted Area.
- Manage all entry and exit posts by checking ID cards and any required documentation.
- Control vehicular traffic, including the prevention of unauthorised vehicle parking.
- Undertake patrols, escort and ensure safety of all persons, vehicle and high value cargoes to specific locations within the airport.
- Use radio/telephone and liaise with and summon assistance from Police, Immigration and other emergency services as necessary.
- Maintain security and alarm systems whilst logging any incidents and submitting clear reports.
- Check seals and paperwork on any items entering from a Regulated Agent or Known Consigner.
- Encourage a high standard of Customer Care, advise and assist members of the public on general enquiries and promote a positive and professional image of Securitas.
Essential Skills
What you will bring to be a Security Officer:
- Right to work in the UK, 5 year checkable history and pass a high level of security clearance.
- Hold a current clean UK Driving Licence.
- Be able to implement, Airport Byelaws and to deal with offenders.
- Willing to undergo a colour deficiency test at interview as must clearly define colours to interpret X-Ray.
- Productively take instruction and carry out tasks thoroughly and consistently.
- Good attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- Willing to undergo any relevant training, work weekends and 12 hour shifts.
Face to face interviews will be held and a colour deficiency test will be taken, please inform us if you require any reasonable adjustments.
Desired Skills
- Previous experience and holding a relevant First Aid and Manual Handling certificate.
About Company
Securitas Benefits:
- Paid holiday, company pension and life assurance scheme
- Discounted gym membership, wellness advice and support
- Cycle to Work Scheme, car lease and new car purchasing schemes
- Employee discounts and cashback savings across hundreds of your favourite high street brands, online shopping, holidays, and days out
- City & Guilds accredited training program for professional and personal development
- Support to gain your SIA license and many more!
Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness are the core values that Securitas is built on to shape a long-term, financially successful enterprise for our customers, employees, and shareholders.
Securitas is an all-inclusive employer, and we encourage individuality within our company. If you want to know more about why Securitas is the world’s leading security group, and our continuing work in the diversity & inclusion space, please visit our website.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Gym membership
- Sick pay
- Store discount
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chester, CH4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
- security: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- rights to work in the UK (required)
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: Airbus/AviationOfficer/Chester