Airport Baggage Screener

About the role

The Airport Baggage Screener ensures safe and efficient screening of hold baggage, detecting prohibited items and security threats in compliance with aviation regulations. The role involves operating advanced screening equipment, documenting findings, and collaborating with security personnel and airline staff to maintain high security standards.

Key responsibilities

• Operate X‑BIS, ETD and CT‑EDS equipment to analyse baggage images and identify dangerous goods, weapons or prohibited articles.
• 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, ensuring strict compliance during baggage handling and inspection.
• Record and document all findings to meet audit and inspection requirements.
• Conduct routine pre‑operational checks of screening equipment and report any malfunctions.
• Coordinate with CISF and airline staff during inspections and provide timely updates to supervisors.

Required profile

• Completed all mandatory regulatory trainings and clearances as required by aviation security authorities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret screening images accurately.
• Good documentation skills to record findings and maintain audit trails.
• Ability to work collaboratively with security teams, airline personnel and regulatory bodies.
• Effective time‑management skills to ensure efficient baggage screening operations.

Required skills

• X‑BIS equipment operation
• ETD testing
• CT‑EDS operation
• Threat Image Projection (TIP) analysis
• Knowledge of BCAS regulations
• Knowledge of DGCA regulations