Airport Baggage Screener (ILHBS)

About the role

The Screener ensures safe and efficient screening of hold baggage at the airport, complying with regulatory standards and detecting prohibited items or security threats. The role involves operating advanced screening equipment, documenting findings, and interacting with passengers and security staff to maintain high security standards.

Key responsibilities

• Operate X‑BIS, ETD, and CT‑EDS equipment to analyze baggage images and detect dangerous goods, weapons, or prohibited articles.
• Perform physical inspections and ETD tests on baggage flagged by X‑ray screening.
• Maintain high Threat Image Projection (TIP) scores and record all findings for audit compliance.
• Conduct routine pre‑operational checks and report equipment malfunctions.
• Collaborate with CISF, airline staff, and other airport departments during inspections and incident resolution.

Required profile

• High school diploma; bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• TSA certification required; AVSEC basic course or BCAS screeners certification preferred.
• Freshers or 1‑2 years of experience in airport security screening.
• Visual acuity of at least 20/60 in both eyes without correction, adequate colour perception, and hearing within 30 dB.

Required skills

• Operation of X‑BIS baggage screening equipment.
• ETD (Explosive Trace Detection) testing.
• CT‑EDS (Computed Tomography – Explosive Detection System) handling.
• Image analysis for threat detection and TIP score management.
• Routine equipment maintenance and pre‑operational checks.