Heathrow Security Officers - Immediate Start - £22.50 to £28.50 hour

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

Benefits offered by this job

Premium shift allowances

Flexible day and night rosters

Job summary

Aviation Advisors Limited is recruiting Heathrow Airport Security Officers for immediate start in September and October. You will join frontline security, operate screening equipment, manage passenger flows, and respond to incidents across busy terminals.

We offer PAYE or Self-Employed contracts with premium shift allowances and flexible day/night rosters, with comprehensive training to bring you up to aviation security standards.

Qualifications

• Flawless English (spoken and written).
• Pass a robust 1-year background check and CRC.
• Willingness to train for aviation security.

Responsibilities

• Vigilant screening using X-ray, body scanners and biometric systems.
• Direct passenger interaction with calm, authoritative presence.
• Conduct patrols across terminals, airside zones and perimeters.
• Respond swiftly to incidents with emergency services if needed.

Skills

Excellent English

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Customer focus

Observational skills

Job description

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

Location: London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

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.