Aviation Security Officers : Heathrow Airport - Permanent

Heathrow Airport; Hatton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift allowances

Flexible day & night shifts

Job summary

Heathrow Airport is seeking Aviation Security Officers for permanent roles in the Heathrow area. The position offers pay from £22.50 per hour with premium shift allowances, and options for PAYE or Self-Employed contracts.

Flexible days and night rosters are available to fit various schedules. You will be guarding terminals, screening passengers with state-of-the-art equipment, managing queues, conducting security patrols, and coordinating incident responses with emergency services.

Qualifications

• High attention to detail.
• Flawless English (spoken and written).
• Must pass a robust 1-year background check and a CRC.

Responsibilities

• Operate screening equipment and security systems.
• Manage passenger queues with a calm, authoritative presence.
• Conduct patrols across terminals, airside zones and perimeters.
• Respond swiftly to security incidents with emergency services if needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Fluent English

Excellent communication

Job description

AVIATION SECURITY OFFICERS : HEATHROW AIRPORT - PERMANENT

2026-09-25T00:00:00

Location: Hounslow, Greater London, GB, TW3 1

Any

Heathrow Airport Security roles with immediate start in September and October. PERMANENT ROLES.

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

Heathrow isn't just an airport; it's a global gateway where 200,000 stories cross paths every single day. 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 Heathrow 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.