Tuaine Atera

Matavera

Summary

Ambitious Airport Security delivering over 7 years of experience in roving patrols and entrance and exit monitoring. Maintains calm in stressful situations and when communicating with difficult individuals to avoid escalation.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Airport Security Officer

Airport Authority Cook Islands

Rarotonga

05.2016 - Current

Maintained awareness and focus to identify potentially life-threatening objects or weapons of mass destruction.
Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
Completed extensive training in emergency response protocols related to fire safety and hazardous material handling
Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards.
Performed pat-downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons.
Responded effectively to security incidents and provided guidance regarding security procedures.
Monitored security checkpoints for compliance with applicable security protocols.
Responded to critical security incidents by applying standard operating procedures designed to minimize loss of life and damage to property.
Screened over Number passengers per day by verifying ID's and boarding passes.
Identified and challenged potentially unauthorized individuals for screening and detention in order to prevent access to restricted areas.
Controlled situations resulting from security breaches by engaging and containing suspects until police or other security personnel arrived.
Prevented attempted fraud by validating passengers' tickets and assessing photo identification to confirm identity.
Managed team of trained security professionals engaged in anti-terrorism activities.

Education

Introduction To Team Leadership Level 3 -

Cokk Islands Tertiary Training Institute , Arorangi, Rarotonga

2022

Diploma In Hospitality Management Level 5 -

New Zealand Management Academy, Otahuhu, Auckland

2012

Skills

Reading Comprehension
Passenger Security

Crisis Situations
Passenger Interaction

Timeline

Airport Security Officer - Airport Authority Cook Islands

05.2016 - Current

Cokk Islands Tertiary Training Institute - Introduction To Team Leadership Level 3,

New Zealand Management Academy - Diploma In Hospitality Management Level 5,