AVIATION SECURITY OFFICER : STANSTED AIRPORT

Aviation Advisors Limited; Bentfield; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift allowances

Flexible day/night shifts

Job summary

Aviation Advisors Limited is seeking Airport Security Officers at Stansted Airport with immediate start. This permanent role offers PAYE or Self-Employed contracts and flexible day/night shifts, starting at £22.50 per hour with premium allowances.

You will contribute to a fast-paced frontline security operation, screening passengers and maintaining secure access, while delivering calm, professional passenger service throughout the terminal.

Qualifications

• The Right Mindset: high attention to detail and calm demeanor under pressure.
• Excellent Communication: flawless English (spoken and written).
• Clean History: able to pass a 1-year background check and CRC.

Responsibilities

• Operate screening systems and security equipment on site.
• Manage passenger queues with a calm, authoritative, welcoming presence.
• Conduct access control sweeps of terminals and perimeters.
• Coordinate with emergency services for incident response.

Skills

Attention to detail

Observation skills

Calm under pressure

Fluent English

Job description

Stansted Airport Security roles with immediate start in September and October.

PERMANENT ROLES.

IMMEDIATE START.

Location: Stansted Airport

Pay Rate: From £22.50 per hour (Plus premium shift allowances)

Contract Types: PAYE (with full benefits) or Self-Employed (UTR)

Shifts: Flexible Days & Nights rosters available

The Mission

As an Airport Security Officer, you aren't just checking bags—you are the definitive line of defence keeping millions of travellers, crew members, and aircraft safe. We are completely rewriting the script on airport security. We are looking for sharp, vigilant, and customer-focused individuals to join our frontline operations. Whether you are an experienced security professional or looking to pivot your career into aviation, we provide the training to make you elite.

Why Choose This Role?

• Industry-Leading Pay: Start at a premium £22.50/hour, outstripping standard high-street security rates.
• Ultimate Flexibility: Choose the contract that suits your lifestyle.
• Opt for PAYE for structured stability, or Self-Employed to maximise your take-home pay.
• Round-the-Clock Options: 24/7 operations mean we can offer dedicated day blocks, night blocks, or rotating shifts to fit your external commitments.
• The Stansted Buzz: Work in a fast-paced, high-energy environment where no two days are ever the same.

What You'll Be Doing

• Vigilant Screening: Operating state-of-the‑art X-ray equipment, body scanners, and biometric security systems.
• Passenger Interaction: Managing queue flows with a calm, authoritative, yet welcoming presence—helping passengers navigate security smoothly.
• High-Profile Patrols: Conducting critical access control and security sweeps across terminals, airside zones, and secure perimeters.
• Incident Response: Acting swiftly and professionally alongside emergency services and airport stakeholders if a security event arises.

What We Need From You

• The Right Mindset: High attention to detail, strong observational skills, and a calm demeanor under pressure.
• Excellent Communication: Flawless English (spoken and written) to interact with an international public.
• Clean History: You must be able to pass a robust 1-year background check and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) to secure an airside pass.