MAIN SCOPE & FUNCTION OF JOB:

To maintain aviation security standards ensuring the safe and smooth transition of passengers, staff and airport users in accordance with the Department for Transport Directives, and to provide general security for all Airport property.

Screen all passengers and staff passing through the Archway Metal Detectors, manual body searching where necessary, supported by use of explosive trace detection and hand-held metal detectors.
Screen items via x-ray, explosive trace equipment and manual search, to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken airside which could endanger aircraft, passengers, and crew.
Controlling of access into airside, checking identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users requiring access.
Search vehicles that require entry airside.
Read and adhere to security notices, completing documentation clearly and concisely on any incidents that may have occurred.
Responding to and assisting with emergency situations such as aircraft emergencies, terminal evacuations and security incidents.
Carry out patrols (vehicle and on foot) to ensure that the locations are secure (i.e. any suspicious persons identified, and their presence is justified, doors are secure, etc.)
Attending to and investigating reports of any unattended baggage.
Escort duties for visitors and contractors working airside.
Meet performance targets and goals both as an individual and a team.