Part Time Operations Assistant ( Security​/Safety​/Aviation

Part Time Operations Assistant – Security

Part Time Airport Operations Assistant (Customer Service / Aviation / Safety / Security) (91048)

Vacancy Reference: 91048

Location:

Belfast

Employment:
Part time (20 hours per week)

Processing End Date: 31 July 2026

Pay: £13.22 per hour, rising to £13.78 per hour upon successful completion of training.

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. From the early morning buzz of departures to the steady rhythm of the afternoon shift, no two days are ever the same. You’ll gain specialist aviation security training, build recognised qualifications and become part of a professional airport environment where standards matter and performance is valued.

As a Security Officer, you are the frontline of airport safety. You are the calm presence, the professional authority and the reason passengers travel with confidence.

• Controlling access to restricted areas
• Conducting staff  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

We invest in you from day one. You’ll complete 8–12 full days of structured training (weekdays), equipping you with the knowledge and certification required to operate to CAA and DfT standards. Your pay increases to £13.78 per hour once training is successfully completed.

• 05:00 – 09:30
• 13:30 – 17:30

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

We offer a flexible benefits scheme including a virtual GP, salary finance, dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, high‑street discounts via MiDeals, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, life cover, savings‑as‑you‑earn, a Mitie Matching Share Plan and recognition through Mitie Stars with cash prizes.