Gatwick Airport Security Officers - Immediate Start

Aviation Advisors Limited; Gatwick; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay £22.50/hour

PAYE contract

Self-Employed option

24/7 operations

Job summary

Aviation Advisors Limited at Gatwick Airport seeks Airport Security Officers for immediate start in September and October. This permanent role offers PAYE or Self-Employed contracts, with a premium pay rate of £22.50 per hour and flexible day/night shifts.

You will screen passengers with modern equipment, control queues calmly, and perform patrols across terminals. A strong command of English, sharp observation, and the ability to pass a 1-year background check are essential to secure an airside

Qualifications

• Strong English (spoken and written) to interact with an international public.
• High attention to detail and observational skills.
• Calm demeanor under pressure to maintain security standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate state-of-the-art screening equipment and security systems.
• Manage passenger queues with a calm, authoritative presence.
• Conduct security patrols across terminals and secure perimeters.
• Respond swiftly and professionally alongside emergency services if needed.

Skills

Excellent English communication

Observational skills

Customer-focused

Calm under pressure

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.