Cargo Screening Agent

About the Role

This role is responsible for carrying out Air Cargo Security Screening in strict adherence to the Menzies Security Program (MSP) and Air Cargo Security Inspection Program (ACISP), while following the Menzies Aviation (MA) Safety Policy. This includes wearing PPE, operating equipment safely, following lifting procedures, and obeying speed limits when driving company vehicles and equipment.

Safety, security, and environmental stewardship are core values at Menzies Aviation. MA is committed to providing a safe workplace, and all employees share the responsibility to maintain a safe work environment by:

• Working safely in accordance with company policy and procedures
• Reporting safety incidents, risks, or concerns using the Safety Management System (SMS)
• Contributing to continuous improvement of safety and its management
• Staying current with safety-related information and knowledge relevant to their duties

Responsibilities

• Carry out cargo screening functions to detect IEDs, IED components, or other destructive substances in air cargo
• Operate screening equipment such as X-ray and Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) machines
• Identify dangerous objects in cargo and prevent their transport onto aircraft using ETD equipment, visual inspection, and physical search
• Complete required equipment start-up procedures and documentation for ETD and X-ray machines
• Use handheld and power tools to assist with opening and screening specific cargo configurations
• Ensure accurate capture and completion of cargo screening logs for each piece of cargo screened
• Interact professionally with stakeholders, including airline customers, Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents, and Customs/Border Protection (CBP) agents
• Work in a demanding environment with noise, distractions, time pressure, and the responsibility to identify potentially life-threatening devices
• Maintain security compliance with Airport Police, TSA, and CBP regulations
• Conduct challenge procedures for individuals not displaying proper airport credentials
• Follow Alarm Resolution Procedures and Cargo Rendered Unusable Procedures as per applicable security programs
• Adhere to all airport and TSA security procedures and follow notification procedures when required
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Possess and maintain a valid US driver’s license
• Pass all pre-employment testing, including drug testing and a physical
• Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English
• Must be able to lift 70 lbs
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Pass an FBI background check and obtain a US Customs Seal
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience loading and unloading heavy products or equipment
• Forklift certification

Skills

• Ability to learn quickly
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, seeking clarification when needed
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to build relationships

Menzies Aviation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive working environment where diversity of knowledge, perspectives, and experiences is valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity.