Event Security Staff
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Position Overview & Specifications
Are YOU a conscientious person?
Are YOU an approachable person?
Do YOU enjoy working as part of a team?
Do YOU have a strong character?
Are YOU a naturally curious person?
We have over 20 Translink sites where Sword Security are contracted to supply Security Staff for a multitude of purposes, from access control to customer service to static guarding to crowd control.
We at Sword Security aim to recruit experienced, professional Security Officers who can cope with high pressure situations whilst maintaining the highest levels of integrity and professionalism. Officers who can assist customers with travel advice whilst using the Translink network, Officers who can be approachable and can be a friendly face to someone in distress.
When there are events in and around Belfast, such as concerts, football matches and/or culture nights then Translink will require extra guards on trains and platforms to offer additional security both for public safety and for their facilities, this security will be deployed on the Portadown, Bangor and Coleraine platforms and lines.
There is currently a full diary of such events, which guarantees work for every weekend, if this sounds like something you would be interested in then please get in touch.
Essential Criteria
- SIA Licence
- Ability to use good judgement
- Good communicator
- Team player
- Punctual
- Smart appearance
Desirable Criteria
- First Aid Qualification
Sword Security (NI) Ltd is an Equal Opportunities employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £10.42 per hour
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: SWSES/0623/SS
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 Event Security Staff roles across Sword Security'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 £10 - £10 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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