G4S and GWU sign new collective agreement for aviation security officers
Deal for more than 130 officers will run from 2025 to 2027
G4S Malta, a KDM Group company and the Disciplined Forces, Security and Law Enforcement Section of the General Workers’ Union (GWU) signed a new three-year collective agreement covering all G4S Malta Aviation Security Officer grades operating at Malta International Airport (MIA).
The agreement, which will run from 2025 to 2027, provides for substantial salary increases and improved allowances for more than 130 G4S Malta aviation security officers who are entrusted with ensuring the safety and security of passengers, airline personnel and airport stakeholders at Malta’s principal airport. It also strengthens collaboration between the company and the union, while introducing clearer frameworks for career progression, training and certification, in line with international aviation standards.
The signing was formalised by Ing. Edward Chetcuti, Group CEO of the KDM Group, Elton Debattista, general manager, and John Muscat Drago, chief people officer, on behalf of G4S, together with Theo Vella, section secretary, and Dorianne Compagno, Sylvana Abdilla and Anton Micallef, on behalf of the GWU.
Speaking at the signing, Chetcuti underlined the importance of this milestone, noting that the agreement is a significant step forward in acknowledging the professionalism and commitment of the G4S Malta Aviation Security Officers working at the Malta International Airport, who he described as the first line of defence in safeguarding the travelling public.
Vella, representing the GWU, said that the agreement, which was approved by an absolute majority of members, ensures fairer remuneration and improved conditions for officers who carry out a demanding and highly responsible role at the airport.