Overview
People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.
Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.
But at the heart of our business is our people.
Role Purpose
The Charter Screener is responsible for conducting security screening of passengers, crew, baggage, and aircraft for charter and private aviation operations at a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) or designated charter facility. This role ensures compliance with TSA regulations, airport security requirements, and company policies while maintaining a high level of customer service for private aviation clients.
What you will be doing
- Screen passengers, crew members, and baggage for charter and private flights in accordance with TSA and airport security guidelines
- Verify identification, flight manifests, and access credentials prior to boarding or aircraft entry
- Conduct physical inspections of baggage, personal items, and cargo as required
- Perform aircraft security sweeps and ensure secure access to ramp and sterile areas
- Monitor access points to prevent unauthorized entry into restricted areas
- Maintain accurate security logs, screening records, and incident reports
- Coordinate with FBO staff, flight crews, pilots, and airport security personnel
- Respond to security concerns, suspicious activity, or policy violations immediately
- Ensure proper handling of sensitive passenger and flight information
- Provide professional and discreet customer service in a private aviation environment
- Enforce compliance with all TSA, FAA, and company security procedures
- Assist with emergency response procedures when required
- Perform other duties as requested
Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:
You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.
What we are looking for:
- High school diploma or GED
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Strong attention to detail and situational awareness
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, high-security environment
- Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts
- Reliable attendance and punctuality
- Must have reliable telephone and transportation
- Previous security, military, law enforcement, or aviation experience
- Knowledge of TSA regulations and airport/FBO security procedures
- FBO terminals, private aviation lounges, ramp areas, and aircraft access points
- Fast-paced yet client-focused private aviation environment
- Exposure to outdoor ramp conditions, aircraft noise, and variable weather
- Requires interaction with high-profile passengers and flight crews
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally
- Ability to conduct inspections in aircraft cabins and ramp areas
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
- Must be able to take verbally direct in English
- Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English
- Must pass pre-employment and random drug tests
- Must pass a pre-employment background check
- Must meet necessary requirements to obtain a security sensitive identification badge
- Must be in proper uniform or business attire as directed by company officials
- Identification badges must always be visible
- Adhere to company policies and procedures and participate in achievement of company objectives
Diversity
Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.
Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.
As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.
Application Instructions
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