Airport Baggage Screener – Security Screening

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.

Key responsibilities

• Operate X‑BIS and related screening equipment to detect dangerous goods, prohibited items, weapons or ammunition in check‑in baggage.
• Perform physical inspections and ETD tests on bags flagged by X‑ray imaging and maintain high Threat Image Projection (TIP) scores.
• Conduct pre‑operational checks and routine maintenance of screening devices, reporting any malfunctions.
• Document findings, comply with BCAS and DGCA directives, and support audit requirements.
• Coordinate with CISF, airline staff and other airport departments during suspicious item resolutions.

Required profile

• High school diploma; a bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• Fresh graduate or 1‑2 years experience in airport security screening or a related field.
• Vision of at least 20/60 (or 20/20 in one eye and 20/30 in the other) without corrective lenses, normal colour perception and hearing < 30 dB.
• Clear oral communication skills and professional appearance.

Required skills

• Operation of X‑BIS, ETD and CT‑EDS screening equipment.
• Interpretation of X‑ray images and Threat Image Projection analysis.
• Physical baggage inspection techniques.