Commercial and operational partners at George Best Belfast City Airport are seeking to recruit more than 40 individuals in response to an increasing demand for travel.
With airlines such as British Airways and Aer Lingus already announcing an uplift in frequency on key routes from next month, a number of vacancies are available across the airport with partners including Swissport, Starbucks, WHSmith, the Artisan, MITIE, and AV Flight.
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Belfast City Airport’s dedicated taxi partner, Value Cabs, also has roles available for both self-employed Taxi Drivers and Call Centre Agents. Both roles are fully flexible and can be adapted to suit the needs of the applicant.
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October as well as the announcement that the US will open up to fully vaccinated travellers from November is huge news for the aviation industry.
“And with over 88% of adults over 18 in Northern Ireland now fully vaccinated we are already seeing an uplift in demand for short getaways and business trips over the next few months.
“At Belfast City Airport, we are always committed to delivering an airport experience that exceeds the expectations of our passengers and are therefore seeking to recruit new members to our team to ensure this is the case as we welcome increasing volumes of passengers through the terminal.
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“We have some great opportunities available on site through our partners that will suit a range of skills and abilities, and we are looking forward to expanding and strengthening the already great teams within this unique, exciting environment.”
British Airways has already announced increased frequency on its Exeter, Glasgow and Leeds routes and introduced a new Birmingham service for the winter season, while Aer Lingus has committed to an uplift in flights to London Heathrow, Edinburgh, and Manchester.
Benefits of working at Belfast City Airport include a range of discounts with business partners, ongoing training, opportunities to progress, and team building activities.
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“Working in an airport is honestly such a unique opportunity – it always feels exciting! Every day you get to meet so many new people happily heading off on a holiday, you get to know the frequent fliers who travel for business, and you get to spend time with all the great characters in your team.
“It has been a strange 18 months for everyone working in tourism, retail or hospitality, but we’re already seeing greater numbers of passengers coming through the airport which is superb. Right now, we are definitely ready and excited to welcome new colleagues to join the team.”
Belfast City Airport, located only five minutes from Belfast city centre, currently flies to 18 destinations across the U.K. and Europe with its seven airline partners: Aer Lingus, British Airways, easyJet, Eastern Airways, KLM, Loganair, and Vueling.George Best Belfast City Airport has added two new firefighters to its team following the successful completion of its ‘High Flyers Apprenticeship’ programme.
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Katie Wilgar, aged 20 from East Belfast, and Dean McGlade, aged 23 from Carrickfergus, have become the latest recruits to find employment with the Airport Fire Service after beating off tough competition from across Northern Ireland for the coveted roles.
“It is a dream come true to work with the Fire Service at Belfast City Airport. Each day brings a chance to do something different and the sense of comradery amongst the team is an added bonus.
“I originally started studying for a degree in History at Ulster University but when the opportunity with Belfast City Airport came up, I knew I had to apply – I have always admired firefighters and, due to a keen interest in aviation, have been fascinated with the role they play in keeping the airport and its passengers safe.
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“As an East Belfast native, the airport has always played a major part in my community and so it is an honour to work in such an important role with a dedicated and welcoming team.”
The apprentices faced a range of training before passing through to become fully fledged firefighters, including a written assessment, fitness test, and various courses such as the Chemistry of Fire.
As the first responders at the airport, the firefighting team must also have a good knowledge of first aid along with showing competence in confined spaces, water rescue, boat handling and working at heights. Other required courses include advanced casualty care, advance fire appliance driving, and wearing of breathing apparatus.
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“I wanted to be a firefighter since I was young so being recognised by Belfast City Airport and offered a permanent place is a fantasy fulfilled.
“I joined the NIFRS Retained fire service after leaving school at age 17, while also working in Toys R Us, and knew the industry was suited for me – the chance to do something practical that is also worthwhile and helps people doesn’t come around often!
“I am extremely grateful to the crew for their ongoing support and motivation, which has definitely helped me reach where I am today. I feel like a valued member of the team and am excited to see where my career takes me.”
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Katie and Dean officially graduated from the programme at a passing out ceremony at Belfast City Airport, where they received certification as an Airport Fire Fighter and a plaque of recognition in front of family and friends.
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“Belfast City Airport is passionate about supporting the local community, and the High Flyers Apprenticeship provides young people with a variety of transferrable and job-specific skills, helping them realise their potential and giving them the tools to succeed in the future.
“Both Katie and Dean have excelled during training, demonstrating the commitment and resilience needed to succeed in the emergency services. We are very proud to have them on the team and look forward to watching them grow throughout their careers.”
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“It has been great to partner with Belfast City Airport and provide it with two very talented apprentices who, I’m sure, will go on to thrive as they learn on-the-job.
“The airport is one of Belfast’s biggest organisations and we worked in partnership with its team to make sure candidates for the roles were of the highest quality.
“The number of businesses turning to Seetec to consult them on apprenticeships continues to grow and the opportunity to tap into Belfast’s pool of exciting talent is something more employers are waking up to.”
