Airport Security Officer
at Trafford CouncilAbout the job
Organisation:
Manchester Airport Group (MAG)
Salary:
£14.02 per hour (inclusive of 17.5% shift allowance)
Contract type:
Permanent
Hours:
Part time, 20 hours per week (early roster)
Location:
Manchester Airport
Why MAG?
Are you a people person with a passion for delivering great service? Do you have a flexible approach to working hours? Do you seek to fly high in a critical yet rewarding role at the Airport and have excellent attention to detail?
Taking on one of the most vital roles in the airport, you will proactively maintain a safe and compliant security operation, whilst demonstrating consistently high levels of customer service.
Join the Security Team with the biggest Airport Operator in the UK and enjoy a wealth of benefits and development opportunities.
About The Role:
As our passenger numbers continue to grow, we are seeking pro-active, focused and motivated individuals to join our Airport Security Team. Duties will include but are not limited to;
- Conducting physical searches of cabin/hold luggage, customers, staff and vehicles
- Body searching (pat-downs) of customers and staff
- Operating high-tech security equipment such as X-Ray machines and body scanners
- Patrolling by foot or vehicle of airport premises and periphery
- Work across any of the Security Fixed Posts, including Terminals and Airfield
- Greeting guests to ensure they receive the very best service
What will make you successful in the role:
No prior security experience is required as we pride ourselves in offering full training, however you do need to be able to;
- Communicate directly and clearly to both colleagues and passengers
- Demonstrate exceptional customer service at all times
- Be enthusiastic, pro-active and have an excellent attention to detail
- Be able to work both individually and with other members of the team
- Be successful in carrying out multitasking duties
- Have colour perfect vision
- Have resided continually in the UK for the last 3 years to be able to obtain Counter Terrorism Clearance
- Please note the role will require long periods of standing, bending, walking and manual handling.
If you’re successful you will be made a conditional offer subject to Pre-Employment checks and passing your initial 4-week training course (paid accordingly).
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.
Contract Information:
- 20 hours per week mainly on a 4 on 4 off roster pattern.
- Shifts will start around 5am and end between 9am and 11am (subject to change seasonally).
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 reward portal with discounts and savings
✈24hour Employee Assistance Programme
✈On-site discounts and heavily discounted staff shop
✈MAG Pension scheme which doubles your contribution
✈Discounts on tram and train travel to work
✈Discounts on MAG products such as Escape Lounges and holiday parking at our Airports
✈Fantastic career development opportunities
✈Full uniform provided in training
✈4 weeks free public transport once employed
How do I apply?
Please submit your up-to-date CV and complete the online application form.
& Reasonable Adjustments
We’re also committed to well-being with a focus on mental health and supporting colleagues from underrepresented groups through our Colleague Resource Groups.
You can contact the team by emailing HR.Recruitment@MAGAirports.com
Our Colleague Resource Groups include: Women 's Network, Embrace - Race & Ethnicity Group, Fly With Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mental Health, Parent & Carers, Disabilities including neurodiversity
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