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Aviation Screening Officer

Date:  15 May 2025
Location: 

AU-SA, AU

Business Unit:  (AU) Aviation Security

Position Purpose

The Aviation Screening Officer’s (ASO) role performs duties relevant to the security of persons and property at the airport as defined by the contract with Whyalla City Council in accordance with the appropriate legislation. The Aviation Security division encompasses the Domestic Terminal at Whyalla Airport. Employees are expected to apply the highest levels of professionalism through our ‘Security with Service and Integrity’ model whilst operating within a service orientated work environment.

 

Our current Rostering comprises of AM /PM Split shifts based on Airline schedules between (5.45am – 9.45am and 2.15pm to 6.30pm) plus Weekend options.

Workplace Health & Safety

  • Take reasonable care of 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

  • The primary function for an Aviation Screening Officer (ASO) is passenger screening at the airport. Officers are rotated

    through each of the positions as detailed below:

    • Loader

    • X-Ray Operator

    • Physical Bag Searcher

    • Primary Position (Body scanner/Walk through metal detector)

    • Explosive Trace Detector (ETD)

     

    At each point, the ASO operates within a team and is responsible for maintaining and applying the safety standards and processes, whilst always conducting themselves in a professional and courteous manner. Rotation of positions is mandatory for ASO’s to maintain their attention to detail and composure. ASO’s are often faced with challenging interactions with the public and as such must be prepared to engage in conflict resolution. In addition to their primary duties, ASO’s may be directed to secondary duties as outlined later.

     

     

    Secondary duties may include, but are not limited to:

    • Queue co-ordination

    • Checked Baggage Screening (CBS) monitoring cargo baggage.

    • Access control

    • Airport clearance check

Qualification

  • • Fully certified and accredited to perform Aviation Screening duties as per the requirements of an Aviation Screening Officer - · Certificate II in Transport Security Protection (Aviation)

    • Hold an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC)

    Mandatory

    • Valid Driver’s License-Full or Provisional

    • Own reliable transportation

Skills

  • • Adaptability

    • Customer Service skills

    • Clear verbal communication skills

    • Conflict resolution skills

    • Ability to handle pressure.

    • Contributing to team success

    • Managing individual performanc

Knowledge

  • Dangerous Goods Awareness 
  • Manual handling awareness 
  • Workplace Health & Safety Policy 

Experience

  • Demonstrated experience in a Customer Service role 
  • Previous experience as a security guard is highly desirable but not essential

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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