Air Traffic Controller job description

About the job

We are looking for an air traffic controller to direct aircraft at the airport and in the assigned airspace, keep them safely separated and give pilots timely information and instructions.

Duties and responsibilities

• Direct aircraft during take-off, landing and ground movement
• Keep aircraft separated in the assigned airspace to the approved standards
• Review and approve flight plans and coordinate changes
• Give pilots weather, runway and airport information
• Coordinate handovers with adjacent control centres and airports
• Start emergency and search and rescue procedures when needed
• Record events and remarks in the watch log

Working conditions

• Round-the-clock shift work, including nights and holidays
• Passing regular medical checks for air traffic controllers

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher diploma, with approved air traffic control training, a valid controller licence and at least ICAO English proficiency level 4
• 3 to 6 years of experience in air traffic control

The years of experience follow the level you choose when posting.

Skills

• Air traffic control
• Aviation radio phraseology
• Aviation English
• Radar systems
• Air traffic management
• Focus under pressure
• Quick decision making

Preferred

• A radar approach or area control rating
• Experience at an international airport