Transportation security officer, Āpiha whakamarumaru kawenga
Also known as
- Transport operations inspector, transport security screener, aviation security officer
Transportation security officers inspect, screen and search passengers, baggage and cargo at airports, transit stations and transport terminals.
Duration
3:41 mins
Your pay could be
$59K
Lower
$73K to $115K
Most common
$160K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Your training could be
No specific training
Transportation security officers
- usually work shifts, including nights and weekends
- usually work in airports and other transport stations
- need to be responsible, practical and work well in a team
Tasks
- inspect cargo to identify potential hazards
- communicate situation details to appropriate personnel
- examine personal documentation to ensure that it is valid
- search individuals for illegal or dangerous items
- determine operational procedures
- locate suspicious objects or vehicles
- monitor activities of individuals to ensure safety or compliance with rules
- communicate safety or hazard information to others
- block physical access to restricted areas
- prevent unauthorised individuals from entering restricted areas
Practical
Enterprising
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou need to do training to become a transport security officer.
You need
- to complete a training course
- a driver licence
- to pass a police check
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
You may need
- to be at least 18 years old
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job.
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