Aviation Security Lead: Ops, Training & Response

Placements24

Southampton

On-site

GBP 19,000 - 24,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Health, dental, vision insurance
Retirement savings plan
Paid training
Shift allowances

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an experienced Aviation Security Supervisor to oversee daily security operations across aviation facilities. You will lead a team of officers, enforce security protocols, conduct patrols, and respond to incidents to safeguard passengers, staff, cargo, and assets.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in aviation security in a supervisory role, strong knowledge of ICAO and SACAA standards, excellent leadership and decision-making under pressure, and proven

Qualifications

  • Minimum 3 years of aviation security experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
  • Strong knowledge of aviation security regulations (ICAO, SACAA) and best practices.
  • Proven leadership, risk assessment, and incident response skills.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise and manage a team of aviation security officers, providing training and performance feedback.
  • Develop, implement, and enforce security policies and procedures according to international and national regulations.
  • Conduct regular security patrols, inspections, and risk assessments of facilities and aircraft.
  • Monitor surveillance and access control systems to prevent unauthorized access and breaches.
  • Respond to security incidents, alarms, and emergencies, mitigating risks.
  • Coordinate with law enforcement, airport authorities, and stakeholders on security matters.

Skills

Aviation security leadership
Team management
Regulatory knowledge
Communication
Decision making under pressure

Tools

Surveillance systems
Access control tech

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking an experienced Aviation Security Supervisor to oversee daily security operations across aviation facilities. You will lead a team of officers, enforce security protocols, conduct patrols, and respond to incidents to safeguard passengers, staff, cargo, and assets.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years in aviation security in a supervisory role, strong knowledge of ICAO and SACAA standards, excellent leadership and decision-making under pressure, and proven

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