Security Officer x 10 - LCA - PAYE & Self Employed

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

PAYE or Self-Employed option

Job summary

Aviation Advisors Limited is seeking Airport Security Officers for London City Airport with immediate start in September and October. Roles are permanent with flexible day and night shifts.

Pay starts at £22.50 per hour, with premium shift allowances. You can choose PAYE with full benefits or Self-Employed (UTR) for different working arrangements. A robust background check will be required to obtain an airside pass. Training will be provided to bring you up to aviation security standards.

Qualifications

• Fluent English (spoken and written) required.
• Must pass a robust 1-year background check and CRC to obtain airside pass.
• Willingness to work flexible day and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Vigilant screening using X-ray equipment, body scanners, and biometric systems.
• Manage passenger flows with a calm, authoritative presence at security checkpoints.
• Conduct patrols across terminals and secure perimeters as required.
• Respond swiftly to incidents alongside emergency services.

Skills

Excellent English

Attention to detail

Calm under pressure

Job description

LONDON CITY Airport Security roles with immediate start in September and October.

PERMANENT ROLES.

IMMEDIATE START.

Location: London City 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 LCA 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.