Airport Operations Assistant (Customer Service / Aviation / Security / Safety)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Belfast
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Entry-level
CATEGORY
Security
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SKILLS

Verbal and written communication Basic IT skills Physical search procedures X-ray equipment operation Patrolling and surveillance Incident response Teamwork Professional presentation

FULL DESCRIPTION

Airport Operations Assistant (Customer Service / Aviation / Security / Safety)

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  • Location: Belfast City Airport - Belfast
  • Employment: Full time
  • Salary: £13.22 per hour rising to £13.78 upon successful completion of training

Job Overview

Belfast City Airport - Full Time Role

This isn't your average security job. You'll be working at the heart of Belfast City Airport, playing a critical role in keeping passengers, crew and staff safe every single day.

Main Duties

  • Controlling access to restricted areas
  • Conducting staff ID and boarding card checks
  • Preparing passengers, staff and crew for screening
  • Carrying out physical searches in line with regulations
  • Operating x-ray equipment for restricted area access
  • Responding professionally to on-site incidents
  • Escorting authorised personnel
  • Conducting patrols across assigned areas
  • Working in full compliance with Civil Aviation Authority regulations and Belfast City Airport procedures
  • Completing aviation security training to CAA standards
  • Maintaining and demonstrating competence through regular assessments

What we are looking for

We're looking for confident, professional individuals who take pride in their appearance and their work.

  • A smart, professional presentation
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Basic IT skills to operate screening equipment
  • The ability to achieve and maintain Level 1 DfT standard
  • Confidence communicating with colleagues, passengers and external agencies
  • A 5-year checkable history
  • UK residency for the last 3 years
  • To pass a colour vision test

Benefits and Training

Full training provided (8-12 days) to CAA and DfT standards. Benefits include pension, life assurance, cycle to work scheme, employee shares, salary finance, and holiday.

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