Aviation Security Officer Belfast, Northern Ireland
Job description
Are you interested in a career in the aviation sector? We are looking for a Security Officer, to join our team at Belfast International Airport. This role is open to applicants who have no previous security experience and a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security.
All necessary training will be fully paid and provided by our 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!
We provide full training for our Security Officers, both in the classroom and on the job, including courses in disability awareness, to allow for educational and personal development. You will also be using equipment and manual search techniques, in order to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken into the airport, carrying out regular patrols and control access to the aerodrome, and checking identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users requiring access.
Our people are our greatest asset; we invest in you by offering you all the tools you need to succeed.
In return, for your hard work, you will also receive:
- £250 Bonus if you stay with us for 6 months
- Free Parking to employees
- £10.70 - £11 per hour
- 20% discount on duty free purchases
- 20% in food outlets
- Annual leave entitlement of 5.6 weeks a year
- Company sick pay
- As an employer of choice, we focus on wellbeing, training, and career progression
What we look for in our Security Officers:
- Passionate- At Wilson James, we look for people who have a genuine passion for customer service and want to make a difference.
- Adaptable- You must be versatile, confident and competent to work in different areas when required as well as flexible with shift patterns.
- Approachable – You should be the friendly face that our passengers seek out when they need assistance.
- Positive attitude – Politeness and Courtesy are key to providing good customer service.
- Reliable- Our expectations of punctuality and attendance are extremely high in order to uphold Wilson James' high standards of customer service.
- Team player – Teamwork is a critical aspect of our working operations.
In order to work at any of our aviation sites, an airside pass is essential. We can provide this for you, so long as you have:
- 5 year Checkable back ground (including employment, self-employment, career gaps, benefits and education
- Able to pass a CRC, Access NI and CTC (Counter terrorism check) as part of the airside pass application.
- Able to pass a colour-blind test
