Aviation security officer - part time

About the Role

Aviation Security Officer

📍Preston, PR2 2YA

💵 £13.69ph

28 Hours a week - Additional overtime may be available

⚠️ This is a 28-hour-per-week contract with split shifts. Morning shifts fall between 06:00 and 12:30, with varying start and finish times, while afternoon shifts run between 14:00 and 19:00, also with flexible timing. The role primarily covers Monday to Thursday, though occasional Friday shifts may be required. ⚠️


🚨 Are you ready to play a crucial role in keeping the skies safe? We’re looking for vigilant, dedicated, and proactive individuals to join our Aviation Security Team. As an Aviation Security Officer, you’ll be at the forefront of airport safety, ensuring the protection of passengers, staff, and critical infrastructure. ✈️

If you have a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to security, this is your chance to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Step into a career that makes a real impact—apply today! 🚨



Job Opportunity

As a Aviation Security Officer you will provide and maintain a high-quality security service in line with the Assignment Instructions and customer requirements to protect the customer’s employees, property and other assets.

To deliver the highest levels of customer service which consistently demonstrate Securitas’ core values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness.

Responsibilities

· Aircraft passenger and staff screening onsite.

· Performing the roles of Aviation Pre-Screener, X-Ray Scanner Operator, Person Searcher, Tray/ Bag Searcher and Temporary Critical Part Security, interchangeably.

· Searching of aircraft.

· Documentation checking.

· Provision of an effective departmental security presence and service delivery.

· Completion of training in line with UK NASP and local requirements.

· Attending airfield/site emergencies in accordance with laid down departmental operating procedures.

· Utilising recognised reporting procedures as required by the customer.

· Compliance with all DfT and airport regulations, whilst ensuring the highest level of customer care.

· Any other duties directed by Aviation Security Manager CAT.



Essential Skills

Essential

· Have a full 5-year checkable work history

· Valid SIA licence

· Born British Citizen or Held British Passport for min 5 years

· Competent in MS Word, Excel and E-Mail (Outlook)

· Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills. Able to negotiate and deal with sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.

· Adaptable and responsive in the face of changes in priorities, plans, and schedules.

· Candidates must be flexible as hours of work are varied and times will normally be

Desirable

· Accredited GSO/ DNXT Aviation Security Officer

Additional

· Health and safety at work

· Customer Service Training

· First Aid at Work



Benefits

Health & Wellbeing

* Company pension and advice and planning
* Life assurance scheme
* Discounted gym memberships
* Wellness advice and support, including financial, emotional and physical
* Dental and Physical Health Plans


Lifestyle Benefits

* Cycle to work scheme
* Car lease and new car purchasing schemes
* Discounts on high street brands, online shopping, holidays, days out and Arriva Bus Travel
* Mortgage Advise
* Payroll ISA's
* Eligibility for Costco Membership


Learning & Development

* Support with further education
* 100's of eLearning courses
* Accredited courses by C&G, ILM, IOSH and SIA
* Leadership Development programs both local and global


Giving Back

* Payroll Giving
* Working with charities such as Calderwood House, KPMB and Wooden Spoon
* Supporting local community initiatives
* Supporting people back to work with organisations such as TalkBack and Downs-Syndrome Org