Aviation Screener (Lobby) - Sydney Airport

Certis; Friendly (MD); On-site; AUD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Aviation Screener, where you'll play a vital role in ensuring safety at the airport. This casual position offers flexibility and requires a commitment to customer service excellence. You'll be responsible for conducting thorough searches, using specialized screening equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. With opportunities for growth and a supportive environment, this role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic settings. Enjoy a range of benefits, including staff parking and ongoing training, while contributing to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

FREE Staff Parking

FREE Ongoing Learning and Development

Employee discount program

Well-being program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Mandatory qualifications include Security License and previous screening experience.
• Desirable qualifications include experience with X-ray equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical searches and inspections as part of security operations.
• Conduct explosive trace detection examinations and report incidents.

Skills

Continuous learning

Contributing to team success

Decision making

Managing work

Operational decision making

Work standards

Education

Certificate II in Transport Security Protection

Tools

X-ray screening equipment

Job description

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Aviation Screener (Lobby) - Sydney Airport

Date: 6 May 2025

Location:

AU-NSW, AU

Business Unit: (AU) Aviation Security

Position Purpose

This is a Casual role to support Certis with Aviation Screener (Lobby) Operations across Sydney Airport.

The position requires the officer to perform Aviation Screener on freight by following the relevant SOP’s and using the screening equipment provided.

Workplace Health & Safety

• Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and the health and safety of other people in the workplace.
• Comply with health and safety policies and procedures, including the investigation and reporting of hazards and incidents to your manager.
• Comply with any reasonable instruction related to health and safety.
• Do not interfere with or misuse anything provided in the interest of health and safety.
• Understand and reinforce the requirements of HSE to keep our people safe.
• Meet company HSE requirements.
  

Key Responsibilities

• Aircraft Guarding – Cabin Access Control
• Aircraft Guarding – Ramp Access Control
• Aircraft Guarding – Tarmac Catering Screening
• Aircraft – Search Procedure
• Aviation Security Reporting Procedures
• SSSS’ Selectees & Random and Continues Selection of LPOD Passengers
• ContactQantas Duty Shift Manager at completion of shift

What you will be doing:

• Physical Searches and Inspections
• Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) Examinations
• Training staff
• Completing admin duties related to the role of Cargo Examination Officer
• Reporting and escalation of security and safety events and incidents

CUSTOMER SERVICE experience is a MUST!

Note that to progress into a permanent position you are required to successfully complete theCertificate II in Transport Security Protection (TSP)and, at the end of your On-the-Job Training, be deemed capable of making independent screening decisions.

Immediate Start for the right candidate. We require flexibility and 24/7 availability.

Security Award Level 2 Rates + Aviation Allowance payable on each hour.

As a Certis employee, enjoy a discount program where employees, and their family members, can save at over 400 retailers Australia wide.

• FREEStaff Parking on site and Uniform will be provided.
• FREEOngoing Learning and Development through our Learning Management System (LMS)

All the above is contingent on the candidate meeting the requirements of each level of competency and training, as required by law. In the event a candidate fails to meet the inherent requirements of the role then Certis will be unable to employ them, or, if they have already been employed, their employment will be terminated. Certis cannot guarantee that candidates will successfully complete the training product so a thorough screening will be undertaken to ensure suitability at each phase in the recruitment and training process..

Qualification

Mandatory qualifications may include:

• Security License
• Previous Cargo or passenger screening experience

Desirable qualifications and experiences may include:

• Experience with X-ray and screening equipment
• Ability to work unsupervised

Skills

• Continuous learning - Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities; using newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through their application.
• Contributing to team success - Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals.
• Decision making - Identifying and understanding issues; problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.
• Managing work (includes time management) - Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
• Operational decision making - Relating and comparing data on operational (i.e., day to day) effectiveness from different sources; establishing goals and requirements that reflect organisational objectives and values, including the importance of continuous improvement; securing relevant information and identifying key issues, relationships, and cause-effect from a base of information; committing to an action after developing alternatives based on logical assumptions and factual information taking consideration resources, constraints, and organisational values.
• Work standards - Setting high standards of performance for self and others; assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Screening Equipment and use
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements for screening of goods
• Knowledge of Screening levels and contingencies

Experience

Screening experience or experience in a similar role preferred

Benefits & Culture

• Friendly and inclusive environment
• Growth and development are supported and promoted.
• A discount program where employees, and their family members, can save at over 400 retailers Australia wide.
• A well-being program that provides advice about mental, physical, and financial well-being
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that is available to employees and their families.
• Cultural diversity is valued and supported.
• Emphasis on learning and development, where a state-of-the-art LMS is available to all employees.
  

Diversity Statement

Within Certis Australia, we believe our strength lies in the diversity of our people. We offer an inclusive culture where you can be your authentic self, contribute your unique perspective and grow with equal opportunities for advancement. Our commitment to a Safer, Smarter and Better workplace ensures every employee is supported, respected and empowered. We actively encourage First Nations and Torres Strait Islander people to apply as we build a brighter future, where all voices matter.

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