Reporting to the Training Manager, daa ASTO, an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Permanent Security Training Instructor.

The purpose of this role is to work as part of a team delivering and developing security training programmes to all daa employees and third parties as required. All training will be delivered and recorded in accordance with current NCASP and EU training requirements. The successful candidate will also examine in all competencies required for IAA certification.

This role is based in Dublin Airport but there may be a requirement to travel and work in locations outside of Dublin Airport to deliver training and certification. This appointment is subject to achieving and retaining IAA certified instructor and approved examiner status. The successful candidate will be required to work a roster that gives cover seven days a week over a number of different shift patterns. 365 days of the year.

• QQI level 6, equivalent or higher in training and development.
• Previous experience working within a security environment.
• Experience in developing training programmes.
• Proven experience in delivering training in the last 5 years.
• Strong comprehension of the English language both written and spoken.
• Strong Microsoft office skills for administration with knowledge of IT to set-up for presentations.
• A high degree of attention to detail is essential for this role.
• Excellent record-keeping and report-writing skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to daa values.

• Develop and deliver specialised Aviation Security instructional programmes.
• Meet the demands of the airport training requirements using current learning methodologies such as micro, interactive, gamification, social etc in addition to traditional training methods.
• Deliver Specialised Aviation training in person and remotely and provide training and certification support.
• Manage the continual improvement of training and certification, using observation, feedback, and benchmarking to build excellence into both curriculum and delivery.
• Manage a class of 20 – 30 students for the duration of their training.
• Performance manage trainees with a view to assisting them achieve the daa’s high standards.
• Accurately validate exam papers for all training and certification exams.
• Ensure all specialised training documents are completed accurately and made available for inspection prior to filing in a timely manner.
• Carry out duties beyond assigned tasks in response to customer/stakeholder/operational needs as they arise.
• Deliver high quality performance in line with departmental and personal objectives to achieve set targets and specified quality standards.
• Execute duties in a consistent and professional manner in keeping with daa’s values and standards.
• Provide support to the airport community working with and supporting the whole of the ASTO team and all stakeholders.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by the Head of Training or Training Manager, daa Aviation Security Training Organisation.
• Successfully complete Airport Security Screener Training upon commencement of employment.
• Achieve and retain certified IAA instructor status within the first 6 months of employment.
• Achieve and retain IAA examiner status for the purpose of examining in both practical and theory elements of IAA certification exams post 24 months of becoming an instructor.

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.