Security ID Unit Administrator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Cardiff Airport is the national airport for Wales and an important part of the national transport infrastructure and key gateway to the UK for international visitors. The airport is a major contributor to the Welsh economy, supporting 2,400 aviation-related jobs and typically driving over £246m of direct economic benefit to Wales annually.
There are 10 airlines currently making regular use of the airport’s facilities, which include KLM, TUI, Aer Lingus (Emerald), Ryanair, Vueling, Eastern and Loganair.
The airport is expected to offer over 29 direct routes in 2023, as well as easy, one-stop global connections to over 160 cities available with KLM via its hub in Amsterdam”.
About the role
Responsible for carrying out the appropriate defined security processes and procedures in accordance with company policies and values.
- All aspects of access control including the ID pass production process within the Cardiff Airport and St Athan Security System.
- Provision of administration support to the Cardiff Airport Security Department
- Liaise with Cardiff Airport and St Athan Security stakeholders (e.g. DfT, Police, Immigration, Customs).
About you
You are required to have good interpersonal skills, be literate, have high levels of integrity and honesty. Competence in running basic spreadsheets, writing word documents, email and other IT systems as required. You are required to have great customer service and communication skills within this highly customer focused environment.
Training will be provided
Successful applicants will be subject to completion of employment screening to Cardiff Airport’s requirements before being confirmed in post. This includes a basic DBS check and Security Vetting to comply with Department for Transport Regulations.
We encourage you to read the information documents on our website carefully, particularly the information which relates to work history, proof of ID, Criminal records, and Security checks.
We reserve the right to close this position early if sufficient applications are received.
Cardiff Airport is an Equal Opportunities employer
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 25 per week
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: Security ID Unit Administrator
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security ID Unit Administrator roles across Cardiff Airport's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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