Aviation Security Compliance Auditor

Salary: £39,451 per annum dependent on experience

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: UK – Nationwide (We would particularly welcome applicants based in the London, Southeast and Midland areas)
 

Are you looking for a role where every day is different, your work makes a difference, and you have the opportunity to grow and develop? Then come and join us!

 

We are the UK's aviation and aerospace regulator and recognised as a world leader in its field. Our activities are diverse, enabling the aviation industry to meet the highest safety standards, and we pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the constantly evolving aviation environment.

 

The Role

 

Aviation Security Compliance is part of the Civil Aviation Authority and is responsible for a wide range of compliance monitoring functions that ensure regulated aviation entities meet their legally mandated security obligations. So, we help make the UK a safer place, and this is where you come in.

 

We are looking to recruit a number of Aviation Security Compliance Auditors.  The overall purpose of the role is to keep the public safe and secure when travelling. Your job will be to conduct observations, inspections, audits, and tests to establish whether security standards are being met, or whether rectification or enforcement action needs to be taken.  You will be sharing your findings at meetings and in reports that you create.

 

Your working relationships will be with industry senior security managers, business managers and staff on the ground. These stakeholders are part of a wide range of organisations from across the aviation sector including airports, air carriers, cargo companies and in-flight suppliers. The role exposes Auditors to the widely varied Aviation sector, where you will be challenged to constantly develop your expertise and continue your learning, so no two days will be the same. 

 

About You

 

To apply for this role, we are looking for motivated individuals who can display an ability to quickly learn complex information, build a rapport with a variety of stakeholders and demonstrate resilience in the face of challenge. You also need to have good writing skills as you will be creating accurate evidence-based reports.

 

• Having a background in aviation or another regulated sector is advantageous, but not mandatory, extensive training will be provided to all successful candidates, and we welcome candidates from diverse professional backgrounds.
• You need to have a good knowledge of implementing policies and procedures and an understanding of why it’s important
• Literate in MS office programmes
• The role will require you to travel to different sites across the UK in line with a pre-planned schedule of work. This generates the possibility of having to stay away for work, up to 2 nights a week on average. In due course, you will also be involved in team-based Audits or Inspections which incorporate up to  4 nights away on average 5 times per year.
• To conduct the role you will be required to have a full UK driving licence and be prepared to undertake SC Level Security Clearance.

 

What Can We Offer You?

 

We offer a competitive salary and fully comprehensive professional training so that you understand the regulations, the operational environment and to prepare you for when you are interacting with industry stakeholders. But we don’t stop at initial training and commit as an organisation to support your development further in order to achieve your career goals.

 

We are an organisation committed to the wellbeing of its staff and ensure an appropriate work-life balance. After the 6-month training period (which needs to be full time) we can provide the opportunity to work flexibly, or part time, subject to agreement. If you are aware of any requirements at the point of application, then please let us know.

 

Additional Information

 

For many appointments within the CAA, these roles require access to operationally sensitive infrastructure and/or Nationally Protected information. For these roles the post holders must undergo National Security Vetting and achieve the appropriate level of clearance.

 

To be vetted we will usually expect a reasonable period of residency in the UK so that meaningful checks can be undertaken. For this role this will need to be 5 years.

 

If you do not meet these requirements, we may not be able to accept your application.

 

For more information on SC clearance please visit - Vetting explained - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

 

Inclusive Recruitment

 

We are passionate about diversity and ensuring all are included at the CAA. We are an equal opportunity employer and actively encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We use fair and inclusive selection approaches to hire the best person for the job based on merit alone.

As a member of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a role with us will be guaranteed an interview. If you require an adjustment for any reason, please let us know.

Working With Us

 

We are on a journey towards being increasingly adaptable, where our colleagues collaborate as part of cross-functional teams. This approach ensures we never stop learning together. It also means that you may become involved in activities that take you out of your day-to-day role, providing you with opportunities to develop and grow your career with us.
 

We have embraced hybrid working and offer flexible working patterns, being open to having a conversation about what works for you. We know where and when we work is important in achieving a work-life balance.

 

We offer a range of excellent benefits such as flexible working arrangements, free onsite gym at Gatwick, discounted gym membership for London, 28 days annual leave, additional 5 days leave purchase scheme, a generous pension scheme and much more!

 

Our Values
 

Do The Right Thing, Never Stop Learning, Build Collaborative Relationships, Respect Everyone – For more information please Click Here

 

Please note the hiring manager has requested a cover letter be provided with any application detailing how you meet the person specification for the role.

 

Closing Date: Friday 3rd January 2025

Sift of Candidates: Week Commencing Monday 6th January 2025

 

Interview Date: An assessment centre will take place on Wednesday 29th January and Thursday 30th January to be held at Aviation House, Gatwick. Shortlisted candidates must be available to attend on one of these dates. We are unable to offer any further dates or times for Assessment.

 

Start Date: To allow time for the vetting processes to be completed, the start date for these positions is Monday 28th April 2025

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

 

No recruitment agencies please.