Baggage Screening Supervisor

About the role

The Baggage Screening Supervisor ensures safe and efficient screening of hold baggage at the airport, complying with all regulatory standards and detecting prohibited items or security threats. This role operates advanced screening equipment, documents findings, and collaborates with security staff and airline partners to maintain the highest security standards.

Key responsibilities

• Operate X‑BIS, ETD, CT‑EDS and other screening equipment to identify dangerous goods, weapons, or prohibited articles.
• Perform physical inspections and ETD tests on baggage flagged by X‑ray imaging.
• 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 satisfy audit and inspection requirements.
• Conduct routine pre‑operational checks of screening equipment and report any malfunctions.
• Coordinate with CISF and airline staff during physical inspections and resolution of suspicious items.
• Provide timely updates to supervisors on operational issues and intervene when necessary.

Required profile

• Completion of all mandatory regulatory trainings and certifications.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to interpret complex imaging data.
• Effective communication skills for interaction with passengers, airline personnel, and security teams.
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining high standards of safety and accuracy.

Required skills

• X‑BIS equipment operation
• ETD testing
• CT‑EDS operation
• Threat Image Projection (TIP) analysis