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Omar A.
Omar A.
Aviation Security Assurance Manager - UK & Europe

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About Omar A.

Key experience
My passion for aviation has led me to study Aviation Management at Coventry University. Having gained experience at Queen Alia Airport in Amman, Jordan and Heathrow Airport, I went on to join British Airways within the Triage and Assurance Team, based within the Corporate Safety and Security Directorate. A key part of the role was the use of the Management System to enable the business to effectively manage safety and security risk. Furthering my knowledge of risk management principles has enabled me to progress within the Directorate, becoming the Triage and Assurance Team Leader, and have since become the Aviation Security Assurance Manager - UK & Europe.
Current position
I work alongside the business to provide specialist knowledge to enhance operational security effectiveness. Our remit covers aviation security across British Airways, ensuring we are able to operate in a secure way. Building and maintaining effective stakeholder relationships is key to help us effectively manage our risk.
Main motivation

BA is a place where you can work alongside key stakeholders ensuring the safe and secure delivery of the operation. I have also taken part in the new BA TV advert which shall launch soon!

Top advice
Be curious and network Being curious allows you to seek new innovative ways of working. Working collaboratively with colleagues helps bring differing perspectives to complex issues.
Greatest achievement

I continue to play my part in effective risk management. Being able to relate my previous experience to my current role allows me to think of new expand my knowledge of the operation.

Discussions with Omar A.

Does the Aviation Security Manager role have to be based at Waterside.

Good Morning. I was wondering if the Aviation Security Managers Role had to be based at Waterside or would there be an option for remote workings. I live near Manchester Airport currently working for Avsec within in the CAA and have previously been a Security Manager for American Airlines.

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Is there a possibility of working flexibly in your role?

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Describe the qualities needed for your role?

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What's the most challenging thing about your role?

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