Operations Supervisor – Baggage Screening

About the role

The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the safe and efficient screening of hold baggage at the airport. This role ensures compliance with aviation security regulations, operates advanced screening equipment, and works closely with security personnel and airline staff to detect prohibited items and security threats.

Key responsibilities

• Operate X‑BIS equipment for image analysis to detect dangerous goods, prohibited articles, weapons, or ammunition in check‑in baggage.
• Perform physical inspections and ETD tests on baggage flagged during X‑ray screening.
• Maintain high Threat Image Projection (TIP) scores to demonstrate strong image interpretation capabilities.
• Follow BCAS and DGCA guidelines to ensure strict compliance during baggage handling and inspection.
• Record and document all findings to meet audit and inspection requirements.
• Conduct routine pre‑operational checks of X‑BIS, ETD, CT‑EDS and other security equipment, reporting any malfunctions.
• Collaborate with CISF and airline staff during physical inspections or resolution of suspicious items.
• Provide timely updates to supervisors on ongoing operations or issues requiring intervention.

Required profile

• Must attend all regulatory trainings and clear trainings as required by aviation security authorities.
• Must adhere to BCAS and DGCA directives throughout baggage handling tasks.
• Must be able to work collaboratively with CISF, airline personnel, and other security staff.
• Must maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.

Required skills

• Operation of X‑BIS screening equipment.
• Image analysis for threat detection.
• Conducting ETD (Explosive Trace Detection) tests.
• Maintaining Threat Image Projection (TIP) scores.
• Performing pre‑operational equipment checks (X‑BIS, ETD, CT‑EDS).