Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Aircraft Security Agent

Security Guarding & PatrolUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeOranjestad, ArubaNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A MAVO diploma or equivalent is required.
At least one year of work experience is preferred.
Must have a good repute and be able to obtain a Declaration of Good Conduct.
Must have excellent communication skills and fluency in spoken and written Papiamento, English, Dutch, and Spanish.
Must be able to work shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays.
Must be in good physical condition.

Responsibilities

Provide security services required by the customer or regulatory bodies to protect the aviation industry from terror activities and crime, including guarding, access control, document verification, passenger profiling, X-ray screening, and searches of areas, passengers, and aircraft.
Guard aircraft.
Control access to aircraft and airport facilities.
Search aircraft cabins and baggage.
Reconcile baggage.
Verify documents and profile passengers.
Escort previously X-rayed bags from one point to another.
Screen cargo, hold baggage, and hand baggage using X-ray.
Comply with security directives and Airport Authority guidelines, policies, and procedures.
Attend all safety briefings as required by the company.
Stay current with changes in company, local and foreign state, and airline regulations, and communicate those changes to relevant personnel.
Understand and follow company, airport, customs, immigration, and airline-industry policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
Assist with investigations and report suspected unauthorized, illegal, or unofficial movements or activities.
Report incidents involving disappearance, theft, or mishandling of cargo or baggage.
Complete and submit accident reports and investigations promptly and thoroughly.
Check and secure designated areas and monitor secured points in accordance with training, policies, and procedures.
Ensure safety measures and control the import and export of cargo, baggage, and packages to prevent unauthorized entry.

Desired Qualifications

At least one year of work experience is preferred.

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.  

Job Summary

Provide all necessary and required security services as contracted by the customer and/or required by regulatory bodies to protect the aviation industry from terror activities and crime including but not limited to guarding, access control, document verification, passenger profiling, x-ray screening and searching of areas, passengers and aircrafts.

Your activities

Aircraft guarding
Access control to aircrafts and airport facilities
Aircraft cabin search
Baggage search
Baggage reconciliation
Document verification
Passenger profiling
Escorting of bags that were previously x-rayed from one point to another
X-ray screening of cargo, hold baggage and hand baggage
Comply with security directives and Airport Authority guidelines, policies or procedures
Be present in all safety briefings as per company requirements
Keep current with changes in Company, State local and foreign, Airline regulations and communicate these changes to the relevant personnel
Knowledge and understanding of the policies and procedures, rules and regulations of the Company, Airport, Customs, Immigration, Airline industry etc
Assist in investigations and report all suspected unauthorized, illegal or unofficial movements or activities
Report any incident of disappearance or theft or mishandling of cargo or baggage
Complete and submit accident reports and investigations on a prompt and thorough basis
Make appropriate checks and secure control to areas as designated
Responsible for monitoring secured points as per training, policies and procedures
Ensure safety measures and control of the import and export of cargo, baggage, packages to prevent unauthorized entry by unauthorized staff or other personnel

Your profile

MAVO Diploma or equivalent
Minimum one year of work experience (preferable)
Good repute and able to obtain a Declaration of Good Conduct
Excellent communication skills and fluent in Papiamento, English, Dutch and Spanish (verbal and written)
Able to work shifts, overtime, weekends and holidays
In good physical condition

What we offer

Excellent workplace environment
Excellent growth opportunities

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
Founded: 1997

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