Aviation Security Officer Job Description QJ10188
Aviation Security Officer Job Description QJ10188
Aviation Security Officer Job Description QJ10188
Group: Operations
This role description is designed to give an indication of the type of work and performance expected of the jobholder. It does not provide
an exhaustive list of duties or performance standards and the jobholder agrees to undertake any other tasks that are consistent with the
position and with the provision of quality service to the organisation.
Organisational context
Regional
Operations
Manager
Station
Manager
(where applicable)
Senior Sergeant
Sergeant
Senior Aviation
Security Officer
Aviation Security
Officer
Key tasks
Carry out pre-flight security screening and hold baggage screening of departing
passengers and their baggage
Perform mobile, foot and static patrols in assigned areas
Carry out hazard inspections of runways and other operational areas including
navigational installations which may endanger aircraft and where required, remove any
hazard which may be causing danger
Issue temporary ID cards to persons authorized to wear them; complete documentation
and recording/cancellation procedures
Carry out checks to ensure ID cards are displayed appropriately in security areas
Supervise movements of passengers, organisation employees, aircraft and vehicles in
aerodrome movement areas to ensure safety is not compromised
Escort vehicles and persons in operational areas when required
Control access points as required
Attend to any incidents that come to the attention of the officer
Report all serious incidents to the shift sergeant and to record such incidents that have
occurred during the period of duty
Provide immediate response to any call for assistance from the pilot or crew of any
aircraft
Prevent breaches of aviation security and safety in the area assigned and attend to any
such matters which come to the notice of the officer
Liaise with and assist other agencies
Carry out operation room watch and all relevant administrative duties
Carry out all duties that are assigned by the shift sergeant or officer in charge
Adhere to all regulations and relevant Aviation Security legislation, Aviation Crimes Act,
ICAO annex 17 and the Civil Aviation Act
Keep current with local instruction and policy and maintain a good knowledge of
contingency plans, relevant law and practices
Refer all requests, applications or other matters affecting the Service which cannot
immediately be dealt with by the officer to the shift sergeant or officer in charge
Comply with all Avsec Health and Safety policies and procedures