Cargo Screening Agent

Job Details

Description

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

This role is responsible for carrying out Air Cargo Security Screening to the letter of the MSP and ACISP while following the MA Safety Policy inclusive of, but not limited to wearing PPE, equipment operation, safe lifting procedures and obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment.

Safety, Security, And Environmental Stewardship Are Core Values Of Menzies Aviation (MA). MA Has a Duty Of Care To Provide a Safe Workplace To Our Employees. Similarly, All Menzies’ Employees Have An Obligation To Assist In Maintaining a Safe Work Environment Via The Following Principles

• Ensure that they work safely in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Report safety incidents, risks or safety concerns using the Safety Management System (SMS) reporting system
• Recognize opportunities to contribute to the continuous improvement of safety and its management
• Stay current with information and knowledge relevant to performing their duties safely.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

• Carry out cargo screening functions to screen for IEDs, IED Components, or other destructive substances that may be found in air cargo
• Operate screening equipment such as X-ray and ETD machines
• Identify dangerous objects in cargo and prevent those objects from being transported onto aircraft with Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) equipment and visual and physical search
• Complete the required equipment start-up procedures and documentation for each equipment type (ETD and X-ray)
• Utilize handheld tools and power tools to assist with the opening and screening of certain cargo configurations
• Ensure the capture and completion of the cargo screening logs for each piece of cargo screened
• Continuously and effectively interact with stakeholders - Airline Customers, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Agents, Customs/Border Protection (CBP) Agents- and respond to inquiries in a professional business tone and manner
• Work within a demanding environment, which includes noise from alarms, machinery, people, distractions, time pressure and the requirement to identify and locate potentially life-threatening devices and devices intended on creating massive destruction
• Demonstrate diligence required to maintain security under the Airport Police, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Regulations. Carry out challenge procedures of any person not displaying airport credentials
• Conduct Alarm Resolution Procedures and Cargo Rendered Unusable Procedures as per the applicable security program.
• Must follow all Airport and TSA Security procedures as required
• Follow notification procedures when required.
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

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

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintain valid US driver's license
• Must be able to pass all pre-employment testing to include drug testing and a physical
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be able to lift 70lbs
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred)
• Forklift certification preferred
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to learn quickly.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to build relationships.
  
  

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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