Company Description
We’re Hiring: Aviation Security Officer!
Location: Broughton, Chester CH4
Pay: £14.88 per hour
Hours: Night shifts
From day one, you’ll gain access to outstanding Learning and Development opportunities, Mentorship, and a whole load of benefits from big brand discounts to give back schemes all house in our brand new employee benefits app, STRIVE!
Grade: Site Based
Explore your purpose. To See a Different World!
Join Securitas as an Aviation Security Officer and play a key role in protecting the skies. This isn’t just about guarding assets—it’s about being part of a trusted team that ensures safety for people, property, and cargo in one of the UK’s most dynamic aviation environments.
From screening cargo and escorting VIPs to responding swiftly to incidents, as an Aviation Security Officer you’ll demonstrate calm precision under pressure. Every shift offers the chance to develop your expertise, support a leading global aerospace organisation, and make a real difference.
This is more than a job—it’s your opportunity to thrive as an Aviation Security Officer, where your skills are valued, your growth is supported, and your impact truly matters. ✈️
Job Description
Responsibilities
As an Aviation Security Officer, your mission is to provide a visible and responsive security presence, ensuring safety and security across the site. Your daily tasks will include:
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X-ray screening of cargo, baggage, and goods
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Conducting searches of people, vehicles, and aircraft
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Access control duties at secure site entry points
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Document and ID checks
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Supporting incident response and emergency services
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Escorting VIPs and high-value cargo
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Operating radios and control room systems
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Writing clear reports and logs of incidents
You’ll need to stay alert, think quickly, and maintain professionalism under pressure – whether it’s identifying suspicious items or dealing with complex security protocols.
Please note - The responsibilities listed here aren’t the full picture—but they give you a good sense of the role. If you meet the minimum requirements and believe you’ve got what it takes to succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
Qualifications
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for someone who sees a different world—someone who values teamwork, shows initiative, and wants to grow. Ideally, you’ll have:
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Right to work in the UK, 5 year checkable history and ability to pass a high level of security clearance
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Experience in a similar role (armed services, civil police, or aviation industry ideal)
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Clean full UK driving licence
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Physically fit and colour vision test passed (required for X-ray screening)
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Strong communication and report writing skills
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Customer service focused, with a calm and professional attitude
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Willingness to undergo and maintain mandatory aviation training (CSO, NASP, NXCT, Firearms Recognition)
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First Aid certification (desirable)
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Manual handling training (desirable)
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Flexible approach to shifts and operational demands (desirable)
Due to the nature of this opportunity, candidates must be able to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) Clearance
Additional Information
It’s great to see you’re considering a career with Securitas UK!
Join our global team of 336,000+ colleagues and help make the world a safer place.
At Securitas, we live by our values of Integrity, Vigilance and Helpfulness, and our People Promise:
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Opportunity – We see potential in every person and situation
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People – We open our eyes to all that’s good
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Purpose – We make your world a safer place
What You Can Expect
Our Recruitment Team reviews every application carefully. Applying can feel daunting, but we’re here to support you—just email us if you need help.
Diversity & Inclusion – Be Yourself
We are an inclusive employer, proud of our Level 2 Disability Confident status (we will always try our hardest to guarantee interviews for eligible candidates, should you meet the roles minimum requirements, having disclosed a disability to our Talent Team upon application). We support equality through Employee Networks - Our real change makers of the business.. YOU, the Race at Work Charter, and the Armed Forces Covenant. We also celebrate diversity with events like BSL Week, International Women’s Day, PRIDE and Black History Month.
Your Benefits
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STRIVE– Securitas Perks gives you access to a great range of discounts on a variety of retailers, services and everyday spending to suit your shopping habits.
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Dental Plans - A range of plans providing support, providing cash back towards everyday dental costs, such as dental examinations, X-rays, and treatment
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HSF Health Plan - Range of healthcare cash plans at highly discounted rates, providing families with peace of mind by getting cash back on everyday medical costs, such as dental check-ups, contact lenses and acupuncture, and by covering unexpected costs.
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Cycle to Work – A super cost-effective way of getting a brand new bike, cycling equipment or both. Save up to 42% of the usual cost and spread the cost over several months from your salary.
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Specsavers – Save money on eye tests and when purchasing spectacles.
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WeCare – A 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and more.
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Toothfairy – Online access to advice and guidance, from real UK Dentists.
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Pension Plan – Plan for your financial future by building up a benefit in the Securitas Pension Plan, with the benefit of employer contribution plus tax relief on your contributions.
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Payroll ISA – An ISA savings account is a great way to meet your longer term personal financial goals.
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Free Mortgage Advice
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Go & Live – Financial Wellbeing Hub
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Death in Service Benefit - Permanent employees are automatically covered for Life Assurance, which would provide a lump sum benefit to your beneficiaries in the unfortunate event of death in service whilst employed by Securitas
Take the Next Step
Join a team that values you. Click ‘I’m Interested’ and start your career with Securitas UK today.
See a different world.
