Job Openings in an Aviation Company in Nigeria, April 3rd 2015


Best Search Recruitment - Our client, an Aviation company in Nigeria, is recruiting to fill the below position:


Job Title: Associate Vice President Security


Division: Aviation Security
Department: Aviation Security
Location: Lagos
Reporting To: Vice President Security
Direct reports: Vice President Security

Primary Objective

  • To develop and maintain the aviation security department ensuring compliance with National and International regulations.
  • To carry out tasks as directed by the Vice President Security
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
  • Manage and develop all aspects of Aviation Security training
  • Ensure the company’s security program is implemented across the network
  • Conduct investigations and resolve any security related incidents
  • Ensure performance plans and reviews, including training and development requirements are completed for direct reports
  • Develop and maintain the departments audit and quality assurance program
  • Develop and supervise departments middle managers and ground personnel
  • Maintain good relationships with local and international authorities
  • Act as General Manager as required to cover leave and absence
  • Perform other duties as appropriate and within competence as requested from time to time.
Person Specifications
  • Knowledge of advanced explosive and narcotics security screening equipment.
  • Previous experience in a similar security role
  • Ability to handle potential volatile situations calmly.
  • University graduate/HND.
  • 5 years in aviation security or a proven track record of working in a security role.
  • Experience of working with people from diverse backgrounds.
  • Successful completion of an IATA or ICAO Security Management Training course.
  • Physically and medically fit.
  • Sound knowledge of Aviation security policy
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a pressurized environment.
  • Ability to manage, direct, lead by example and supervise a diverse workforce in multi-site locations.
  • Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy that may occur with staff members, visitors, contractors, suppliers, passengers and regulatory authorities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Working Relationships:
  • Station Managers
  • Passenger Service Assistants
  • Nigerian Immigration
Nigerian Police Force:
  • Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority
  • Federal Airport Authority Nigeria
  • Operations Managers

Job Title: Terminal Manager Aviation Security

Division: Aviation Security
Locations: Lagos and Abuja
Department: Aviation Security
Reporting to: Vice President Security
Direct Reports: Vice President Security

Primary Objective
  • Manage Aviation Security at both the International and Domestic Terminals.
Principal Accountabilities and Responsibilities
  • Manage International and Domestic Terminals in all aspects of Aviation Security;
  • Ensure compliance with Aviation Security Audit and Quality Assurance program;
  • Maintain good relationships with local and international authorities;
  • Ensure the company’s Security program is fully implemented in their respective terminals;
  • Conduct investigations and resolve any security related incidents;
  • Ensure performance plans and reviews, including training and development requirements
  • are completed for direct reports;
  • Perform other duties as appropriate and within competence as requested from time to time.
Person Specifications
  • Graduate Degree in relevant discipline (or equivalent);
  • Successful completion of an IATA or ICAO Security Management Training course with sound Knowledge of Aviation Security policy;
  • Extensive experience in a similar security role at major international airports;
  • Knowledge of advanced explosive and narcotics security screening equipment;
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize in a pressurized environment;
  • Proven ability to manage, direct, leads by example and supervise a diverse workforce
  • Ability to handle difficult situations with tact and diplomacy that may occur with staff members, visitors, contractors, suppliers, passengers and regular authorities;
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills;
  • Ability to handle potential volatile situation calmly.
  • Experience of working with people from diverse background.
  • Physically and medically fit.
Working Relationships:
  • Station Managers.
  • Passenger Service Assistance.
  • Nigerian Immigration.
  • Nigerian Police Force.
  • Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority.
  • Federal Airport Authority of Nigeria.
  • Operations Manager.
  • eBorders.
  • Trusted Borders.
  • APP South Africa.
  • TSA U.S.A.
  • CBP U.S.A.


How to Apply

Interested candidates should please forward their updated CV's to: [email protected]