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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 ResponsibilitiesOverall accountability for aviation security delivery at Belfast International AirportLead and develop a multi-tier management structure and large frontline security workforceEnsure full compliance with DfT, CAA, NASP and airport-specific security requirementsOwn operational KPIs including security throughput, queue performance, audit outcomes and customer satisfactionAct as the senior on-site representative with airport leadership, airlines, regulators and key stakeholdersDrive operational readiness for early-wave departures, seasonal demand and disruption eventsMaintain strong commercial control, including cost management, productivity and contract performanceEmbed a strong safety-first, people-led culture aligned to aviation best practiceOversee recruitment, training, accreditation and succession planning for the security operationWhat We're Looking ForProven experience in a senior leadership role within aviation securityStrong working knowledge of UK aviation security regulations and audit frameworksDemonstrable experience managing large operational teamsConfident engaging at executive levelCommercially aware with the ability to balance performance, cost and service deliveryResilient, calm leader comfortable operating in a high-pressure, high-visibility airport environmentDesirableExperience at any UK/ international airportsBackground in delivering security services on a large scleWhat's on Offer£55,000 basic salaryPerformance-related bonus (OTE £65,000)Senior leadership role at Belfast International AirportOpportunity to lead and shape a high-profile aviation security operationRelocation applicants are welcome and will be consideredPLEASE NOTEAs 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr