Aviation Cargo Security Specialist - Night Shifts

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible benefits platform

Salary Finance

MiDeals discounts

Cycle to work

Life cover

Job summary

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services is hiring a Security Agent for IAG Cargo at Heathrow Airport, Hounslow. You will ensure safety of cargo, people and property by screening cargo, controlling access, and monitoring security systems in line with DfT and CAA regulations.

Role requires aviation security training (CO/COS/GSAT), a valid UK vetting history, and the ability to work day and night shifts. You will liaise with the Aviation Security Manager and provide excellent stakeholder service.

Qualifications

• Must have valid UK vetting (CTC) or be willing to undergo the process.
• Aviation cargo security training completed (CO, COS, GSAT).
• Experience in aviation or cargo security preferred.
• Strong communication and attention to detail essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out cargo screening using X-ray, ETD, and hand search per regulations.
• Control access to cargo handling areas and site facilities.
• Perform security checks on vehicles, visitors and staff.
• Monitor CCTV and respond to incidents or alarms.
• Maintain records of screening activities and access logs.
• Report suspicious activity to duty manager and escalate as needed.
• Support duties from Cargo or Aviation Security Manager.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Situational awareness

Work under pressure

Physically fit

UK 5 year history check

Night shifts

Education

SIA Licence

Cargo Operative training (CO)

COS – Cargo Screening

GSAT – General Security Awareness

Tools

X-ray screening equipment

ETD (Explosive Trace Detection)

CCTV monitoring

Job description

Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services is hiring a Security Agent for IAG Cargo at Heathrow Airport, Hounslow. You will ensure safety of cargo, people and property by screening cargo, controlling access, and monitoring security systems in line with DfT and CAA regulations.

Role requires aviation security training (CO/COS/GSAT), a valid UK vetting history, and the ability to work day and night shifts. You will liaise with the Aviation Security Manager and provide excellent stakeholder service.