Aviation Security Officer – Cargo X‑Ray Screener (Shift A)

About the role

Air Niugini is looking for vigilant, responsible individuals to join its security team as Aviation Security Officers, X‑Ray Screeners and Cargo Officers. You will help keep aircraft, passengers and cargo safe by screening and searching all items that move through the cargo and charter terminals.

Key responsibilities

• Operate cargo and charter terminal X‑Ray equipment safely and efficiently.
• Screen all cargo, mail, unaccompanied baggage and passenger luggage for prohibited items, weapons, explosives or other threats.
• Conduct physical searches of suspicious consignments and oversized cargo that exceeds equipment limits.
• Identify, declare and correctly label dangerous goods in accordance with regulations.
• Perform routine testing, calibration and maintenance of screening equipment.
• Respond to security incidents, conduct patrols, and report any anomalies to supervisors.

Required profile

• Minimum Grade 12 certificate with credit passes in Mathematics and English, or equivalent qualification.
• Successfully completed a recognized Security Screening Training Course.
• Previous aviation‑related training or experience is highly regarded.
• Prior exposure to security‑critical areas with appropriate security awareness training.

Required skills

• Operation of cargo X‑Ray screening equipment.
• Calibration and testing of screening devices.
• Identification and handling of dangerous goods.
• Conducting physical searches of cargo, baggage and consignments.