search unit dublin airport

soldierblue

see they are looking for staff for the search unit in dublin airport, any one got info on this? pay, number of work hours, overtime, etc

sunnyjim

Ring Multiflex and ask.

www.multiflex.ie

They are the people who hire you.

Just make sure you're not colourblind - they caught me out on that

the_syco

If you do a search (hahaha, no, seriously) on this forum, you'll get a thread about Dublin Airport, which included info on this, I think.

Jeanious

anyone got any more info on this? the website aint workin.

Wishbone Ash

soldierblue wrote: »

see they are looking for staff for the search unit in dublin airport, any one got info on this? pay, number of work hours, overtime, etc

They are always advertising as they seem to have a huge turn-over of staff which doesn't give a great impression. A lot of people seem to use it as a filler until something else comes along.

You'll need some form of transport for early shifts unless you're beside the airport. I'm open to correction but the shifts seem to be from 5am to 1pm, 1pm to 9pm and then a night shift.

I've no idea what they are paid but I'd guess that it is fairly mediocre.

testicle

sunnyjim wrote: »

Ring Multiflex and ask.

www.multiflex.ie

They are the people who hire you.

Just make sure you're not colourblind - they caught me out on that

How did you pass the same test for the FCA?

Plascebo

Used to work in the asu for 2 years, the pay is fairly decent, you start on about 15 euro an hour. The shifts are 5 am-1.30, 1.30-10pm, a mid shift (10am-6.30) and a night shift but if you find a shift you like there is usually no problem with swapping your shifts to suit yourself. Oh and there is a new shift for newcomers (4am-12) in which you get an extra 20 euro shift allowance for. Its not a bad job and a great way to get into the airport and find a position you like somewhere else within.

soldierblue

Wishbone Ash wrote: »

They are always advertising as they seem to have a huge turn-over of staff which doesn't give a great impression. A lot of people seem to use it as a filler until something else comes along.

You'll need some form of transport for early shifts unless you're beside the airport. I'm open to correction but the shifts seem to be from 5am to 1pm, 1pm to 9pm and then a night shift.

I've no idea what they are paid but I'd guess that it is fairly mediocre.

thanks for all the feed back

soldierblue

Plascebo wrote: »

Used to work in the asu for 2 years, the pay is fairly decent, you start on about 15 euro an hour. The shifts are 5 am-1.30, 1.30-10pm, a mid shift (10am-6.30) and a night shift but if you find a shift you like there is usually no problem with swapping your shifts to suit yourself. Oh and there is a new shift for newcomers (4am-12) in which you get an extra 20 euro shift allowance for. Its not a bad job and a great way to get into the airport and find a position you like somewhere else within.

plenty of info there, thanks, just looking for a decent job, what's the story with the assesment test?

Plascebo

Its just your standard assessment test, nothing to be too worried about. One thing to keep in mind is that they are looking for customer focused people, not security minded, if you know what I mean.

soldierblue

Plascebo wrote: »

Its just your standard assessment test, nothing to be too worried about. One thing to keep in mind is that they are looking for customer focused people, not security minded, if you know what I mean.

thanks ,plenty to think about there,

Pauleeeeeeee

I've just applied for a job with the ASU. Just wondering if they have any kind of transport system for employees that don't have a car?

I used to work for Aerlingus and they'd have taxis pick up their employees if they were on early or late shifts and it would only cost us a few euro. Do the DAA do anything similar?

connundrum

Pauleeeeeeee wrote: »

I used to work for Aerlingus and they'd have taxis pick up their employees if they were on early or late shifts and it would only cost us a few euro. Do the DAA do anything similar?

From what I can gather there is such a system in place, whereby you pay €4 or something towards it. But again, it'd probably depend on whether you're DAA staff or subcontracted.

In talking to Multiflex a few times over the past months, they always gave me the impression that there was a waiting list for all jobs on offer for the airport. I wonder if the advertised jobs are a means to simply fill a waiting list in preparation for a high turn over of staff i.e. its always good to have 20 CV's on file when there's a likelihood that 10+ people could leave in a year.

Edit - sorry where do you see that they are hiring? I've checked daa.ie website and multiflex website and can't see it?

Santa Claus

Plascebo wrote: »

Used to work in the asu for 2 years, the pay is fairly decent, you start on about 15 euro an hour. The shifts are 5 am-1.30, 1.30-10pm, a mid shift (10am-6.30) and a night shift but if you find a shift you like there is usually no problem with swapping your shifts to suit yourself. Oh and there is a new shift for newcomers (4am-12) in which you get an extra 20 euro shift allowance for. Its not a bad job and a great way to get into the airport and find a position you like somewhere else within.

Is it true that they use the ASU to recruit for Airport Police from ??

connundrum wrote: »

In talking to Multiflex a few times over the past months, they always gave me the impression that there was a waiting list for all jobs on offer for the airport. I wonder if the advertised jobs are a means to simply fill a waiting list in preparation for a high turn over of staff i.e. its always good to have 20 CV's on file when there's a likelihood that 10+ people could leave in a year.

Edit - sorry where do you see that they are hiring? I've checked daa.ie website and multiflex website and can't see it?

The DAA jobs on the multiflex tend to appear and disappear with regularity.
I've applied and they told me that they pass CVs onto the DAA and it usually takes a long time for applicants to hear back !

Plascebo

Santa Claus, mostly yes. The last time they recruited airport police there were 13 positions and 12 of them were from the asu. The time before that all the positions were filled by the asu.
Pauleeee, if you are on an early shift or finishing a late shift the company pays for two 3rds of your taxi fare, you third is deduced from your wages.

soldierblue

anyone know how daa view tatoo's. heard a story failed someone on the medical because of a tatoo? any info

Wishbone Ash

Plascebo wrote: »

if you are on an early shift or finishing a late shift the company pays for two 3rds of your taxi fare, you third is deduced from your wages.

That's puzzling as the regular adverts that appear in my local paper (Fingal Independent) always specify that access to transport is essential for early/late shifts.

If they do pay two 3rds of taxi fares, presumably there is an upper limit. I can't see then paying two 3rds of a €100 fare!

soldierblue wrote: »

anyone know how daa view tatoo's. heard a story failed someone on the medical because of a tatoo? any info

I'd find that hard to believe from a medical point of view. Ordinary tatoos are probably OK but amateur Indian ink mess all over your fingers/hands mighten send out the proper message.

Plascebo

Not too sure if there is an upper limit on taxis, but I can confirm that they definitely subsidise the fare, my neighbour is still in the asu and doesn't drive, he would have mentioned if they stopped this practice... One thing to keep in mind is that now the asu are taking people on on a contract basis (2 years) whereas up till recently it was on a permanent basis.

Plascebo

soldierblue wrote: »

anyone know how daa view tatoo's. heard a story failed someone on the medical because of a tatoo? any info

Once the tattoo's remain covered it is fine... In the asu if anyone had tattoos on their arms they were made were long-sleeved shirts, though they are not as strict about that as they used to be.

soldierblue

Plascebo wrote: »

Once the tattoo's remain covered it is fine... In the asu if anyone had tattoos on their arms they were made were long-sleeved shirts, though they are not as strict about that as they used to be.

again thanks for the info.great help

soldierblue

Wishbone Ash wrote: »

I'd find that hard to believe from a medical point of view. Ordinary tatoos are probably OK but amateur Indian ink mess all over your fingers/hands mighten send out the proper message.

thanks for your post

soldierblue

Plascebo wrote: »

One thing to keep in mind is that now the asu are taking people on on a contract basis (2 years) whereas up till recently it was on a permanent basis.

do they renew your contract after 2 years or do they let you go?
how often do they recruit for the airport police?

ducksie

Does anyone have details of payscales for the Airport Search Unit & Airport Police?

Plascebo

soldierblue wrote: »

do they renew your contract after 2 years or do they let you go?
how often do they recruit for the airport police?

It is supposedly until the DAA land the contract for the new terminal and then all contract workers in the asu will be made permanent (thats what the union are saying)

They don't recruit that often for the airport police, and as you can imagine when they do the interest is huge..

Plascebo

ducksie wrote: »

Does anyone have details of payscales for the Airport Search Unit & Airport Police?

The payscale difference between the asu and airport police is huge.. Not too sure what the scale for the police is but for the asu you start off at about €14.50 an hour (this includes shift pay) and this is on a 10 year pay scale.

ducksie

Thanks for the info plascebo , does anyone know if there are upper age limits for joining either the ASU or APF?

soldierblue

Plascebo wrote: »

It is supposedly until the DAA land the contract for the new terminal and then all contract workers in the asu will be made permanent (thats what the union are saying)

They don't recruit that often for the airport police, and as you can imagine when they do the interest is huge..

Thanks for the info

ah1908

heya anyone kno how i apply 4 a job with asu?

ah1908

hey ur d only on who seems to be online on this thing, do u kno how to apply for the asu?

soldierblue

hey ur d only on who seems to be online on this thing, do u kno how to apply for the asu? Today 18:51
asu was advertised on the multiflex web page in feb this year, it has since been taken down.

korpy

I applied for an ASU job in Jan, the put me on an waiting list but no news since, do you think that this is normal?

480905

Plascebo wrote: »

They don't recruit that often for the airport police, and as you can imagine when they do the interest is huge..

Why? is it a good job? Are they not security guards?

Melion

480905 wrote: »

Why? is it a good job? Are they not security guards?

The Airport Police is a Government job, very well paid and a great pension at the end of it.

480905

Melion wrote: »

The Airport Police is a Government job, very well paid and a great pension at the end of it.

Very good. Didn't realise that. when you say "well paid", what kind of money is it per annum?

Smilin'Eyes

coyle wrote: »

anyone got any more info on this? the website aint workin.

www.cpl.ie and www.multiflex.jobs will give you links for who to talk to.

sdanseo

Melion wrote: »

The Airport Police is a Government job, very well paid and a great pension at the end of it.

AP is NOT a government job. You are directly employed by the DAA.

They are simply 'authorised officers' of the Minister.

480905

sdonn_1 wrote: »

AP is NOT a government job. You are directly employed by the DAA.

They are simply 'authorised officers' of the Minister.

I thought that "Melion" had his wires crossed alright.

joeblogg

would you not concider the prison service

Classybird

For these positions you call 01 8249342 where you get through to an automated answering service - you leave your full name and MOBILE number - you are then placed on waiting list for these positions - DAA recruit anything from once to 5 times in a year, maybe up to 20 positions available at any one time - There are over 1000 names on the waiting list - some of these will drop off as they are contacted - when you leave your name you will receive a text within 10 days to confirm you have been placed on the list - you will not be contacted again until they get to your name on the list
The first part of the process is the aptitude test which is a basic verbal comprehension exam - then you are 1st round interviewed by Multiflex and 2nd round interviewed by DAA - you must then pass a full medical - you can not be color blind and drugs testing is included
Most positions are part time to start with.
It is not recommended applying fo rthis job if your reasons are purely to get into the Airport Police as you will be very disappointed - over 500 ASU on site all wanting to eventually get into Airport Police who recruit only every so often as there is no turnover in that department - you need to be extremely Customer Focused as this is not viewed as a "Security Guard" Role but a Customer Service role that involves inspection and screening of people and their baggage - tatoos will not make you fail the medical but do need to be kept covered at all times - CV's are NOT sent to DAA from Multiflex but the other way around

joeblogg

That dont sound great for people who wish to get into the airport police, only part time aswell. and in the current climate where jobs are going, money is tight, even menial jobs are going to be hard to get..is the DAA only recruiting from this customer service freindly blah blah blah search unit to the Airport police or are they still gong to advertise through the papers aswell ? does anyone know

Classybird

As far as I know they only recruit from the Airport Search Unit now. If you were to enquire with them they would tell you to send your CV to Multiflex who look after the recruitment for the Airport Search Unit - there are over 1000 names on the waiting list but alot of these will drop off as they recruit throughout the year. There is very little turnover in the Airport Police so you will be waiting I'm afraid!
Might have better luck in Shannon or Cork perhaps

ducksie

Is it okay for them to recruit from the ASU only? I would have thought that there would have to be an open competion for the role. What experience , qualities , qualification etc are required?

Thanks

Ducksie

Classybird

They do not have to recruit externally but may choose to do so - I heard through a reliable source that they may be recruiting over the next couple of months so watch out for advertise as I believe they are going external for this one - but normally do are not obliged to recruit outside of the DAA.

ducksie

Thanks Classybird

Any idea on the number of vacancies that may arise? Also do you know of the details of the recruitment process(is it aptitude test , interview etc?) and what qualities/experience is required?

Regards

Ducksie

Fyr.Fytr

Best piece of graffiti ever, in a DAA staff toilet "ASU Feel Up Fellas"

bikerdude

HI Folks!
just signed in with boards.I was searhing for info on the asu dublin airport and i came across this foram site, the info i got was great but unfortunatly it was from back in feburary, just wondering if anyone has any new up dates? i phoned the number that was given for the daa and left my details ,are they still recuiting? as this would be a job i'd love not really interested in getting into the airport police but if it came up i wouldn't say no,cheers :cool:

soldierblue

bikerdude wrote: »

HI Folks!
just signed in with boards.I was searhing for info on the asu dublin airport and i came across this foram site, the info i got was great but unfortunatly it was from back in feburary, just wondering if anyone has any new up dates? i phoned the number that was given for the daa and left my details ,are they still recuiting? as this would be a job i'd love not really interested in getting into the airport police but if it came up i wouldn't say no,cheers :cool:

multiflex daa site

Interview check lists for positions at Dublin Airport Authority – this applies to all applicants.





It is divided into 5 groups of applicants:

• Irish Nationals
• Irish Nationals presently in 2nd or 3rd level education (does not apply to mature students)
• EU Nationals
• Non EU Nationals
• Stamp 2 Garda Card VISA holders

Please pick your category and scroll down to view your interview check list
Should you come for interview without the required information as listed in your check list your interview will be postponed until such time you can provide – please inform your Multiflex representative if you feel you will not have the required information before interview.
We are flexible with Character references should this apply to you (see below) – this can be provided after your interview but no later than 3 working days later

EU Nationals, Non Eu Nationals & Student Visa

Irish Nationals check list

(Please note that candidates from Northern Ireland and the UK must scroll to the check list for EU Nationals)

• 2 x Forms of ID (only ID’s accepted are Passport, License or Birth Certificate) Please note that NO OTHER form of ID is accepted!
• Full CV (even if supplied already)– CV must include the following details

• • Each employment going back exactly 10 years and position (if you finished education within the past 10 years you need only include employments from this date BUT must supply proof of education completion ie College Cert or Leaving/Junior Cert Results)
  • You must state the starting months and finish months for each employment – it is not enough to have the years only
  • Contact name and phone number for each employment (we do not locate the information for you – it MUST be supplied on your CV at interview stage

• Should your CV contain any gaps – even if it is only one month between jobs this time of unemployment must be verified – this can be done by the following –

• Character reference – A character reference must be supplied by a recognised member of the community vouching for your character – this can NOT be done by a former employer as this would then be an employment reference only. A character reference can be done by any of the following:

• • Family Doctor
  • Parish Priest or other religious leader
  • Accountant
  • Solicitor
  • School principal or any other education tutors / teachers / FAS trainers
  • Local TD
  • A member of Garda Siochana (we recommend that you personally know this Guard as they will not do it for anyone)

The letter must clearly state your name and address and state that you are of “good character”

• Also, a particular company you have worked for may have ceased operation therefore this period of time will be considered a “gap” unless you can provide a written reference

Irish Nationals presently in 2nd or 3rd level education (This does NOT apply to Stamp 2 Visa holders – please look at “Irish National” check list!)

• 2 x Forms of ID (the only ID’s accepted are passport, license or birth certificate) Please note that NO other forms of ID are accepted
• CV – CV to contain details for at least ONE reference check ie full name and phone number of referee
• Proof of studentship – this can be anything from a letter from your school or college or a student card that has this year stated on it

sdanseo

joeblogg wrote: »

That dont sound great for people who wish to get into the airport police, only part time aswell. and in the current climate where jobs are going, money is tight, even menial jobs are going to be hard to get..is the DAA only recruiting from this customer service freindly blah blah blah search unit to the Airport police or are they still gong to advertise through the papers aswell ? does anyone know

Those menial jobs pay surprisingly well, so yes they'll be snapped up. My advice is apply early, keep an eye on daa.ie. Airport Police will possibly be displayed there but remember that 24 out of the last 25 recruits were ex-ASU.

If you want a policing job without having to lick ASU arse for a couple of years, realistically, join the guards.

silverbullet60

Wishbone Ash wrote: »

They are always advertising as they seem to have a huge turn-over of staff which doesn't give a great impression. A lot of people seem to use it as a filler until something else comes along.

You'll need some form of transport for early shifts unless you're beside the airport. I'm open to correction but the shifts seem to be from 5am to 1pm, 1pm to 9pm and then a night shift.

I've no idea what they are paid but I'd guess that it is fairly mediocre.

They used to have an electronic sniffer to scan your bags on the entrances in the 80's and 90's,
We ,as staff believed they worked,or was it a con to deter loyalist bombers?
It would be a lot cheaper,if they worked,than all the search units

sdanseo

Wishbone Ash wrote: »

They are always advertising as they seem to have a huge turn-over of staff which doesn't give a great impression. A lot of people seem to use it as a filler until something else comes along.

You'll need some form of transport for early shifts unless you're beside the airport. I'm open to correction but the shifts seem to be from 5am to 1pm, 1pm to 9pm and then a night shift.

I've no idea what they are paid but I'd guess that it is fairly mediocre.

Only just saw that one. Their shift are all over the place tbh. Something for everyone.

Free staff parking and shuttle bus, and free staff taxis (minus a charge for administration etc, bout €3.50 for me - but I'm NOT in the ASU just DAA) once you live within 10 miles of the GPO (antiquated).

Classybird

I dont know what the process is for directly recruting Airport Police - only the Search Unit - Aptitude test consists of basic Verbal Comprehension - then there is first and second round interview