Airport Search Unit Officer

Job Description

Join a dynamic, customer-focused security team, as Airport Search Unit (ASU) Officer in the second busiest international airport in Ireland, Cork Airport. Your primary responsibility will be working alongside a team of aviation security professionals. You will use your outstanding customer service and critical-thinking skills. This is a 24/7 shift-based roster, primarily based indoors in the airport but some opportunities may become available over time, to work outdoors at the vehicle checkpoints.

The Airport Search Unit (ASU) team plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of all airport users. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to aviation security while delivering exceptional customer service.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to the safety and experience of millions of passengers
• Enjoy job security in a well-established and regulated organization
• Thrive in a professional environment that values integrity, teamwork, and excellence
• Grow your career—we’re looking for professionals who are committed, eager to learn, and motivated to progress. We offer ongoing training and clear pathways for advancement within the organization.

We offer:

• Hourly rate for the role is €19.22 per hour
• Permanent role with full access to an excellent company pension scheme
• Contract will be 30-40 hours; you will be guaranteed minimum 30 hours but must be available work up to 40 hours weekly across a 24/7 roster.
• Paid comprehensive induction & training programme (with ongoing assessment/exams for IAA certification)
• Comprehensive induction & training programme
• Uniform provided on joining
• Staff discount of 55% across Cork Airport Food & Beverage outlets and free coffee, tea & water across breakrooms
• Free car-parking for working hours 
• Travel Tax Saver Scheme and the Bike to Work Scheme
• Staff discount at Dublin and Cork Airport Duty-free with 10% off purchases and frequent staff discounts across Dublin Airport & other discounts across the campus
• Various Wellbeing initiatives: Complementary Flu vaccines, health clinics, EAP assistance programme,
• Focus on You Wellbeing services
• Active daa Charity of the Year activities, events, and socials

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening of passengers, staff, baggage, and vehicles
• Operate a range of security screening equipment
• Provide clear and courteous communication to passengers
• Manage queues and ensure smooth passenger flow
• Maintain awareness of security protocols and report concerns
• Ensure compliance with health and safety SOPs
• Control access to restricted areas
• Adhere to health and safety procedures
• Assist during airport emergencies or unplanned events
• Perform additional duties as required

Qualifications

• Have legal right to live and work in Ireland
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Willingness and availability to work a 24/7 shift roster (including nights, weekends, early mornings, and public holidays)
• Ability to meet and maintain Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) certification standards
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Professional, calm, and courteous manner
• Comfortable working in high-traffic and seasonal peak environment
• Basic computer literacy
• Minimum of a Leaving Certificate or equivalent

Daa as regulated entity requires all applicants to:

• Complete Aptitude assessment
• Pass 5-year background check (including a criminal background check/Garda Vetting)
• Pass a medical evaluation 
• Successfully meet all requirements to obtain an Airport Identity Card

daa is an equal opportunities employer committed to celebrating diversity & inclusion and recognising the value that difference can bring, both for our business and for our people. We encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experience. We ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all and offer reasonable accommodations to applicants at all stages of the selection process.

About Us

We're an airport industry leader with operations in four continents and over 3000 employees working together to ensure we deliver the best services for all our customers globally. We are a fast paced, energetic and diverse company. Offering careers that range from IT, Finance, Technical, Airport Operations to frontline security and customer focused roles and many more. Whether you are starting your career or looking for your next move, we have lots of great opportunities to choose from.

About the Team

Cork Airport, as the busiest airport in Munster and the second busiest airport in Ireland offers a warm and personal service to all our customers. Our team go above and beyond to ensure that all our customers have a fast and friendly airport experience.