Optime Group

Aviation staffing and workforce solutions provider

Airport Security Officer

Security Guarding & PatrolConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeKidlington, UK

About the Job

Requirements

Completed Aviation GSO course or willingness to complete the seven-day course.
Pass an advanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and a basic criminal record check following interview in line with Civil Aviation Authority requirements.
Be flexible as operational demands can change.
Customer service experience is advantageous.
Have strong communication and interpersonal skills and remain calm while assisting in stressful situations.
Have strong observational skills and attention to detail to identify potential security risks.
Adapt quickly to changing situations and adhere to strict security protocols.
Be physically fit, able to stand for extended periods, and able to perform routine security tasks.
Provide proof of National Insurance and current address.

Responsibilities

Ensure the safe and smooth transition of passengers, staff, and airport personnel while maintaining high customer service and satisfaction.
Use equipment and manual search techniques to prevent prohibited articles from entering secure airport areas.
Screen passengers to required standards.
Screen and search cabin and hold baggage to ensure prohibited articles are not brought in.
Carry out regular airside and landside patrols, access control, passenger screening, and X-ray screening.
Attend to and investigate incident reports.
Complete clear and concise documentation of incidents.
Respond to and assist with emergency situations.
Maintain high customer service and satisfaction.

Desired Qualifications

A positive, customer-centric attitude and a genuine desire to create a pleasant experience for airport visitors.

London Oxford Airport - Airport Security Officer - Day or Night Roles Available

Optime Group · Kidlington, United Kingdom · — · Posted 2026-11-03

Salary: GBP 13,500–27,000

Workplace: on_site

Department: Oxford Airport

Description

Optime is looking for Security Officers to join a prestigious client at London Oxford Airport. This role is open to applicants who have a genuine interest in aviation, customer service and security.

Start Dates: As soon as possible.

Shift Pattern

Day - 0600-1800

Night: 1800-0600

4 on 4 off

What’s on offer:

Rate of pay: £13.29 p/h with an OT rate of 1.25
Weekly Pay
Temp to Perm (performance-based)

Key Duties:

Working as a member of London Oxford Airport, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe and smooth transition of passengers, staff and airport personnel whilst always maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction.
Using equipment and manual search techniques to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken into secure airport areas.
Passenger Screening – Screening all passengers to the required standards.
X-Ray Screening – Screening/searching cabin & hold baggage to ensure no prohibited articles are brought in
Carrying out regular patrols around airside and landside locations, access control, and passenger and x-ray screening.
Attending to and investigating reports of incidents.
Using equipment and manual search techniques to ensure that no prohibited articles are taken into secure airport areas.
Completing documentation clearly and concisely on any incidents that may have occurred.
Responding to and assisting with emergency situations.
Maintaining the highest level of customer service and satisfaction at all times.

Requirements

Requirements:

Completed Aviation GSO course or be willing to complete (7 days)
Advanced DBS check
You must be flexible as operational demands can change
A positive, customer-centric attitude with a genuine desire to create a pleasant experience for all airport visitors.
Customer service experience would be an advantage.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm and aid in stressful situations.
Strong observational skills and attention to detail to effectively identify potential security risks.
Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and adhere to strict security protocols.
Physical fitness and the ability to stand for extended periods and perform routine security tasks.
Proof of National Insurance
Proof of (current) Address
Successful candidates will be required to complete a basic criminal record check following interview in line with CAA requirements.

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About the Company

Optime Group

Aviation staffing and workforce solutions provider

Optime Group provides staffing and workforce solutions focused on aviation, delivering temporary, permanent, and contract workers by acting as an extension of clients’ HR teams. Its Elevate platform helps with scheduling, data insights, and performance tracking, while Boarding Gate streamlines candidate onboarding and aviation-specific background checks. The company differentiates itself through proprietary technology, a clear focus on high-volume aviation staffing, and partnerships with major clients, plus industry recognition like TIARA awards. Its goal is to simplify recruitment and workforce management, reduce compliance risk, and scale staffing across airports and related sectors while expanding its geographic reach.

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