LLA Aviation Security Officer

Luton Borough Council; Luton; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council in Luton seeks a Security Officer to ensure the safety and satisfaction of airport users. The role requires fluent English, physical fitness, and the ability to pass security checks. Successful candidates will undergo a six-week training period at the airport terminal, with a focus on both classroom and operational skills. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have lived in the UK for at least three years.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Required to pass security vetting including Criminal Record Check.
• Minimum age of 18 due to clearance legislation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and smooth transition of passengers and staff.
• Maintain high levels of customer service and satisfaction.

Skills

Fluent English

Physical fitness

Full-colour vision

Job description

About The Job

Purpose of the job: To ensure the safe and smooth transition of passengers, staff and airport users whilst maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at all times.

Training

To prepare you for taking on the role, you’ll undergo a six-week training period. The six weeks are on a 09:00-17:00 Monday-Friday schedule, based at the terminal at the airport. This will consist of both classroom and operational training.

About You

Eligibility criteria:

• You must be able to read, write and speak fluent English. Additional language skills are desirable but not compulsory.
• Our Security Officers are required by legislation to have full-colour vision and the capability to appropriately perform a range of duties.
• It’s also important that you are physically fit as the role will require you to spend periods of time sitting, standing, bending and walking.
• The minimum age requirement is 18 due to clearance legislation.
• You will also be required to pass through a range of referencing and vetting checks, including a Criminal Record Check and Counter Terrorism Check.
• You must also have lived in the UK for at least 3 years with a 5-year work history, unless in education.

Start date: Feb 2026.

Application process

Please do not apply on this site.

To Apply Please Visit

https://www.london-luton.co.uk/aviation-security-officer