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Cargo Screener

Date:  18 Jul 2025
Location: 

AU-NSW, AU

Business Unit:  (AU) Aviation Security

Position Purpose

This is a full time role to support Certis with Cargo Screening Operations across several sites.

The position requires the officer to perform Cargo Screening 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

  • Cargo Freight Screening 
  • Operation of Cargo Screening Equipment including X-ray and ETD 
  • Recoding screening information accurately 
  • Shifts will be varied across a 7 day roster  
  • shift ranging from 4 to 12 hours 
  • Screening of Cargo 
  • Correct use of screening equipment 
  • Configuration of screening equipment 
  • Recording of screening information 
  • Understanding of SOP’s and EACE notice 
  • Working in a small team 

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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

  • What you will be doing:

  • X-Ray Monitoring and Screening
  • 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!  

    Certis will cover the cost of your training, including a Certificate II in Transport Security Protection (AVI20118) and 40 hours On-the-Job Training. The Certificate II in Transport Security Protection (TSP) is a nationally recognized qualification and is a requirement for all Aviation Screening Officers and is completely FREE with our Registered Training Organization (RTO ID 45583).  

    Note that to progress into a permanent position you are required to successfully complete the Certificate 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. 

  • FREE Certificate II in Transport Security and Protection (TSP) 
  • FREE Staff Parking on site and Uniform will be provided. 
  • FREE Ongoing Learning and Development through our Learning Management System (LMS) 
  • Minimum of 40 hours on-the-job training 

  • 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..

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

Experience

  • At least 1 year screening 
  • 1 year in similar role 
     

Benefits & Culture

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.


Should you apply please be advised that should a decision be made to proceed with your application to the next stage of the recruitment process, it is only at this stage will a member of the recruitment team be in contact with you.

 

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