Security Supervisor

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 Security Supervisor is responsible for overseeing airport security operations to ensure the safety and protection of passengers, employees, aircraft, and airport facilities. This role supervises security personnel, enforces airport security protocols, and ensures compliance with TSA regulations, FAA requirements, and company policies while maintaining a secure and orderly airport environment.

What you will be doing

• Supervise daily activities of airport security officers, including door guards, screeners, and patrol personnel

• Monitor compliance with TSA regulations, airport security procedures, and company policies

• Conduct inspections of secured and restricted areas to ensure proper access control

• Respond to security incidents, emergencies, and suspicious activity in a timely and professional manner

• Oversee access control systems, badge verification, and entry/exit procedures for secure areas

• Coordinate with airport operations, law enforcement, airline personnel, and emergency response teams

• Investigate security incidents and prepare detailed reports and documentation

• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to security staff

• Monitor security equipment such as CCTV systems, access control systems, and alarm systems

• Ensure proper staffing levels and assign daily duties and posts to security personnel

• Enforce safety protocols and escalate violations or breaches as required

• Support emergency response procedures, including evacuations and crisis situations

• Maintain accurate logs, reports, and compliance documentation

• Perform other duties as requested

*Must have a flexible schedule*

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.

Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.

What we are looking for:

• Must be 18 years of age or older

• HS Diploma or GED

• One (1) year of security, military, law enforcement, or airport security experience

• Minimum one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience

• Knowledge of TSA regulations, airport security protocols, and emergency procedures

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced airport environment

• Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime

• Airline or Airport Operations leadership experience

• Airport terminals, secured and restricted areas, and security checkpoints

• Fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment with high passenger traffic

• Exposure to indoor and outdoor conditions depending on assignment

• Requires extended periods of monitoring, walking, and standing

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods

• Ability to respond quickly to security incidents or emergencies

• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally

• Ability to work in varying weather conditions and high-security environments

• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English

• Must meet necessary requirements to obtain a security sensitive identification badge

• Must be able to verbally direct in English

• Must have good hearing and vision

• May be required to work weekends, overnight shifts and holidays

• Treat all information as confidential

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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