AVIATION SECURITY OFFICERS

Aviation Advisors Limited; Crawley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible contracts

Industry-leading pay

Training provided

Gatwick Airport location

Job summary

Aviation Advisors Limited is seeking Airport Security Officers for immediate start at Gatwick Airport. Roles are permanent with PAYE or Self-Employed contracts, and shifts including days and nights. Pay starts at £22.50 per hour with premium allowances.

Training provided to become elite security professionals in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment. Flexibility to choose your contract type, plus round-the-clock rosters and international passenger interaction.

Qualifications

• The Right Mindset: high attention to detail and composure under pressure.
• Excellent Communication: flawless English, spoken and written for an international public.
• Clean History: must pass a robust background check and CRC for airside access.

Responsibilities

• Vigilant Screening: operate X-ray, body scanners and biometric systems.
• Passenger Interaction: manage queues with calm, authoritative and welcoming presence.
• High-Profile Patrols: conduct access control and security sweeps across terminals and perimeters.
• Incident Response: act swiftly with emergency services when required.

Skills

Attention to detail

English communication

Security awareness

Job description

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

PERMANENT ROLES.

IMMEDIATE START.

Location: Gatwick 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 Gatwick 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.