Experienced Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller – Kelowna Tower (2 Positions) - Min 3 year[...]

NAV CANADA; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading air navigation service provider is seeking experienced Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controllers for the Kelowna Tower in Canada. This full-time role involves managing traffic, ensuring safety, and requires a minimum of 3 years of licensed experience. Competitive salary between $107,905 and $155,979 CAD, comprehensive health benefits, and training opportunities are provided. Join a team where your expertise has a direct impact on aviation safety.

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits

Dental Benefits

Sick leave

Long Term Disability

Pension Plan

Relocation support

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Air Traffic Controller in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess traffic, plan flow and separate aircraft.
• Issue clearances and instructions.
• Coordinate movement of arriving and departing traffic.
• Enter flight data electronically or in writing.
• Operate and monitor electronic equipment.
• Provide radar service to VFR aircraft.
• Integrate aircraft performing exercises outside normal traffic patterns.
• Respond to emergencies.

Skills

Sound judgment

Clear communication

High motivation

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Successful completion of high school or equivalent

Completion of Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller training program

Job description

Experienced Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller – Kelowna Tower (2 Positions)

At NAV CANADA, we navigate Canada’s skies, supporting pilots across 18 million square kilometres of Canadian and North Atlantic airspace. Our Air Traffic Controllers operate from towers, handing out clearances and instructions to keep aircraft safely separated during takeoff and landing. They maintain a safe and orderly flow of air traffic within the airport’s control zone and on runways and taxiways.

We’re building a place where everyone thrives; to do so we need people from all backgrounds. If you want to shape the future of air navigation, we’re seeking two (2) Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controllers for the Kelowna Tower at 4880 Old Vernon Road, Kelowna BC V1X 7V6. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity.

Why Kelowna?

Kelowna Tower places you at the heart of BC’s Okanagan Valley, overseeing traffic from commercial airlines, agricultural operations, emergency services and recreational aircraft. You’ll experience a mix of operational scenarios while enjoying an enviable work‑life balance.

End your shift with a vineyard tour, hit the slopes at Big White in winter, or paddleboard Okanagan Lake in summer. Kelowna is affordable and delivers exceptional quality of life.

The Okanagan’s aviation sector is expanding with more tourism, cargo and emergency services. You’ll join a tight‑knit team where your expertise has a direct, visible impact.

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Extended Health Benefits, Dental Benefits, Sick leave, Long Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, Business Travel Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Pension Plan
• A competitive Salary between $107,905 and $155,979 CAD
• ATC Premium of $10,117 CAD per year upon successful completion of training (ATC Premium level 5)
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive team where everyone belongs
• Relocation support to make your transition seamless

Think you have what it takes?

• Exercises sound judgment in complex situations
• Communicates clearly in English and listens with intent
• Brings a high level of motivation and initiative
• Possesses strong recall and attention to detail
• Excels in problem‑solving and making effective decisions

What you’ll do:

• Assess traffic, plan flow and separate aircraft using radar or non‑radar standards
• Issue clearances and instructions, relay messages and pertinent information
• Coordinate movement of arriving and departing traffic with appropriate control positions, sectors, specialties, centres, towers, flight service stations and flight information centres
• Enter flight data electronically or in writing and post strips on a data board
• Operate, monitor and adjust telephone, radio, radar and other electronic equipment
• Prepare and complete duties as specified in unit directives
• Provide flight information and radar service to VFR aircraft
• Accommodate special airspace users (paradrops, military missions, photo survey flights, RPAS etc.)
• Integrate aircraft performing exercises that do not conform to normal traffic patterns (military and civilian training flights, NAV CANADA flight checks)
• Respond to emergencies
• Other duties as required

Job Requirements

• Successful completion of high school or equivalent
• Successful completion of an Airport/Aerodrome (Tower) Air Traffic Controller training program or equivalent
• A minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Air Traffic Controller (Airport/Aerodrome Controller) in a complex environment

Selection process

• Candidates will provide detailed information on training and work history, and workplace references
• Application information will be shared with a third‑party provider for pre‑screening, assessments and reference checks

Working condition

• Must meet security requirements
• Must have a valid Transport Canada Category 2 aviation medical and be willing to complete a pre‑employment drug test (including cannabis)
• Shift work is required

Work arrangements

• This position is onsite and not eligible for a flexible work arrangement

Contact Information

NAV CANADA, 151 Slater Street, Suite 120, Ottawa, ON K1P 5H3.

Mailing address: P.O. Box 3411 Station 'T', Ottawa, ON K1P 5L6.

Phone: [phone].

Email: [e-mail]

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier‑free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All employment positions are handled on a merit basis and per law. The company respects all employees and the applicant. The job posting details are subject to change.