Security Officer

Join our Security Team at Edinburgh Airport — play a vital role in keeping passengers safe while gaining exceptional experience in a fast‑paced, highly skilled environment.

We are recruiting male and female Aviation Security Officers on a 37‑hour per week, fully‑flexible, fixed‑term contract running until 31 October 2026.

This contract offers a fantastic opportunity to build specialist customer service skills, gain exposure to one of Scotland’s busiest and most dynamic workplaces, and boost your CV with training and experience that are highly valued across the aviation and wider security industry.

It’s ideal for candidates looking to:

• Step into the aviation sector,
• Develop new skills with full training provided,
• Work in a role with a clear start date and structured timeline.

While this contract does not guarantee a permanent role at the end, many people find that the skills and experience gained open doors to exciting future opportunities.

Our dedicated Security team supports thousands of passengers every day, ensuring they enjoy a safe, smooth journey through the airport.

This is one of the most important roles in our operation. You’ll often be the first person passengers meet on their airport journey, so great customer service and professionalism are key.

• Screening all people and vehicles passing through restricted areas using archway detectors and manual body searching when necessary.
• Operating x‑ray equipment to screen luggage and other items.
• Manually searching luggage for prohibited items.
• Checking identification or travel documents for all passengers, staff and airport users.
• Patrolling the terminal and outside areas to ensure that the airport is secure.

We recommend early application for this role. The recruitment process moves quickly, meaning successful candidates can progress from application to start date in a short timeframe.

Our process has 2 stages

• Telephone interview – a short conversation about your experience and understanding of the role
• Assessment centres – if you are successful at interview, you may be invited to attend one of the following dates:

The assessment centre includes:

• A computer‑based test
• An individual interview with a member of our Security team

If successful, you’ll receive a conditional offer, subject to pre‑employment checks and passing the training course.

All Security roles start with a 3 ‑4 week, full ‑ time training course (Monday – Friday).

This course begins on 27 April 2026.

Please only apply if you can attend the full programme, as unfortunately no holidays can be taken during training.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring:

• A team‑focused approach

…then we want to hear from you! No previous security experience is required – full training is provided.

• Be able to obtain a Counter Terrorist Check, so you must have been living in the UK for the last 3 consecutive years. Be able to learn and follow set procedures.
• Be over 18 years of age.
• Be able to be cleared in accordance with CAA regulations (includes providing a satisfactory five‑year reference history and EAL being able to undertake a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Counter Terrorist Check on your behalf).
• Be comfortable with physical work, manual handling and spending long periods on your feet.

If your experience looks slightly different to what we’ve listed here, we encourage you to still apply. You could add something we didn’t know we needed.

This is a flexible 37‑hour contract, with the possibility to work up to 43 hours a week when needed. Any extra hours are paid at overtime rates.

Shifts vary and can include early mornings, late evenings, and some night shifts. You may start as early as 3AM or finish as late as 2AM, and because we operate 24/7, you’ll work weekends and bank holidays.

Shift lengths vary from 6 to 10 hours, and your weekly hours will always fall within 37–43 hours over no more than 5 shifts per week. You’ll always get at least 2 days off each week, plus a minimum of two full weekends off every 8 weeks.