Optime Group are proud to recruiting Security General Manager to lead the security operation at Belfast International Airport, Northern Ireland’s busiest airport and a critical gateway for domestic and international travel.
This is a senior, accountable leadership position with full responsibility for the day-to-day and strategic delivery of airport security services across the BFS campus. You will lead a large, diverse workforce in a fast-paced environment shaped by seasonal peaks, early-morning departures, and operational resilience requirements.
The role requires a visible, credible leader who understands the unique operational rhythms of Belfast International Airport, balancing passenger experience with uncompromising security and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Overall accountability for aviation security delivery at Belfast International Airport
Lead and develop a multi-tier management structure and large frontline security workforce
Ensure full compliance with DfT, CAA, NASP and airport-specific security requirements
Own operational KPIs including security throughput, queue performance, audit outcomes and customer satisfaction
Act as the senior on-site representative with airport leadership, airlines, regulators and key stakeholders
Drive operational readiness for early-wave departures, seasonal demand and disruption events
Maintain strong commercial control, including cost management, productivity and contract performance
Embed a strong safety-first, people-led culture aligned to aviation best practice
Oversee recruitment, training, accreditation and succession planning for the security operation
What We’re Looking For
Proven experience in a senior leadership role within aviation security
Strong working knowledge of UK aviation security regulations and audit frameworks
Demonstrable experience managing large operational teams
Confident engaging at executive level
Commercially aware with the ability to balance performance, cost and service delivery
Resilient, calm leader comfortable operating in a high-pressure, high-visibility airport environment
Desirable
Experience at any UK/ international airports
Background in delivering security services on a large scle
What’s on Offer
£55,000 basic salary
Performance-related bonus (OTE £65,000)
Senior leadership role at Belfast International Airport
Opportunity to lead and shape a high-profile aviation security operation
Relocation applicants are welcome and will be considered
PLEASE NOTE
As this position is in the aviation industry, successful applicants must be able to provide 5-year checkable history.
For an opportunity to interview for this fantastic role, please submit your CV to apply!
Optime Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
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