New Posting - G4S

Screening Officer (Whitehorse, Yukon)
G4S (AME)  - Whitehorse, YT
Part-time

Reporting to the Service Delivery Manager, the Screening Officer is responsible for ensuring that the traveling public, their personal belongings, and the carry-on baggage and items they have with them are screened before they enter the sterile area of the airport. This will be accomplished by using metal detection equipment, X-ray equipment, and explosive detection equipment, as well as physical search techniques to search baggage, items and personal belongings. As this is a unionized environment shifts assignments can be any day of the week (including Saturday, Sunday, and holidays) and starting and ending at any time during the day. Role Responsibility:  Work as a productive team member and support and promote a positive work environment Communicate clearly and effectively Manage conflict Provide excellent customer service and promote teamwork Respond to alarms on EDT, X-ray and other equipment Become knowledgeable and conversant with emergency and contingency procedures Become knowledgeable and conversant with SOP’s and COP’s and CATSA Directives Establish and maintain effective communications with passengers and team members; Liaise with industry officials and regulatory authorities as applicable (e.g. Transport Canada, CATSA, RCMP, Airport Authority etc). Ensure uniform compliancy Ensure that all professional certifications, clearances, RAIC’s are current The Ideal Candidate:  Must be able to work shift work Must be able to obtain a Transport Canada Security Clearance Physical requirements include but are not limited to: Standing for long periods of time Lifting/pushing/pulling luggage and/or other items Bending, stooping, kneeling Performing surface lifts Ability to mentally focus and concentrate for a prolonged periods of time. Completion of High School; Some college/CEGEP/vocational is an asset Successfully complete all CATSA assessments including SOF and OJT programs to attain Screening Officer designation. Must be able to obtain a valid medical certificate Proactive team member with excellent problem solving skills Ability to prioritize, multi-task and work under pressure in a dynamic environment Proven ability to take accountability for personal actions and decisions Excellent communication, both oral and written, customer service and conflict resolution skills Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, tact and diplomacy Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills Ability to think logically and analyze information Computer skills an asset Knowledge of CATSA Organization, CATSA SOP’s, local COPs, Transport Canada Regulations as they pertain to screening and the Aeronautics Act an asset For further information, or to apply, please click here