Aviation Security Investigator

Safair (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation company is seeking a Security Investigator to ensure compliance with aviation security regulations and manage security breaches. The candidate will conduct investigations, provide training to staff, and maintain compliance records. This role requires strong analytical skills and experience in aviation security protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience in security breach investigations.
• Knowledge of SACAA regulations and aviation security protocols.
• Ability to analyze evidence (e.g., CCTV) effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into security breaches and threats.
• Ensure compliance with aviation security regulations.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and support emergency response actions.

Skills

Investigation

Analytical Skills

Compliance Monitoring

Risk Assessment

Emergency Response

Job description

• Conduct thorough investigations into security breaches, threats, and suspicious activities;
• Collect and analyse evidence, including CCTV footage and security reports;
• Document findings and prepare comprehensive investigative reports;
• Ensure compliance with national and regional aviation security regulations (e.g., SACAA);
• Identify vulnerabilities and recommend risk mitigation measures;
• Monitor and enforce security protocols within the organisation;
• Liaise with intelligence and regulatory bodies to stay updated on emerging threats;
• Support security audits and inspections;
• Assist in emergency response planning and execution during security incidents;
• Provide support in handling hijackings, bomb threats, and unauthorised access cases;
• Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on investigation outcomes;
• Conduct risk assessments for all operational bases, reviewing and updating them annually;
• Review and update the Risk register annually or according to threats and concerns identified;
• Promote security culture to employees and stakeholders;
• Conduct briefings on security procedures and best practices;
• Support the development and implementation of security policies and training programs;
• Maintain detailed records of all security incidents and investigations;
• Prepare incident trend analysis reports to identify recurring threats;
• Recommend security enhancements based on investigative findings;
• Conduct spot checks and assessments on cabin crew adherence to aviation security procedures;
• Ensure compliance with SACAA regulations, and FlySafair security policies in all on-board operations;
• Guide cabin crew on security protocols, including handling unruly passengers, managing security-sensitive information, and emergency response;
• Work closely with cabin crew management to ensure security procedures and catering compliance are seamlessly integrated into flight operations;
• Assist in internal investigations related to noncompliance by cabin crew or operational teams;
• Provide reports and feedback to security management on security performance and compliance gaps;
• Maintain records of compliance checks and incident reports related to cabin crew security-performance and incidents;
• Support emergency response planning and ensure that cabin crew are prepared for security-related contingencies;
• Conduct spot checks on Cabin Crew luggage.