Experienced Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller – Winnipeg Tower

NAV Canada; Manitoba; On-site; CAD 122,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national aviation authority in Canada is seeking an experienced Air Traffic Controller to manage air traffic operations in Winnipeg. The successful candidate will handle traffic flow, issue instructions, coordinate arrivals and departures, and respond to emergencies. The role requires at least 3 years of prior experience and completion of relevant training. Offering a competitive salary between CAD 122,613 to CAD 177,240, with additional benefits including an annual ATC premium and extensive health benefits.

Benefits

Extended Health Benefits

Sick leave benefits

Relocation support

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assess traffic and plan flow using radar/non-radar methods.
• Issue clearances and instructions to aircraft.
• Coordinate movement of arriving/departing traffic.
• Enter information on flight data strips.

Skills

Sound judgment in complex situations

Clear communication in English

High motivation and initiative

Strong recall and attention to detail

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Successful completion of high school or equivalent

Completion of Air Traffic Controller training program

Job description

Why Winnipeg? Because central Canada offers unlimited potential. Strategic positioning meets exceptional value. Winnipeg Tower connects you to Canada's aviation heartland, managing everything from international cargo to training operations. Your expertise will grow across diverse operational scenarios while your income delivers extraordinary purchasing power in one of Canada's most affordable major cities.

Life beyond the tower: Own a beautiful home for what a condo costs elsewhere. Explore vibrant cultural scenes in the Exchange District, enjoy world‑class festivals, or escape to pristine lakes just hours away. Winnipeg delivers big‑city amenities with small‑town affordability and genuine community spirit.

Why this matters now: As Canada's geographic center, Winnipeg's aviation importance is growing with increased cargo operations and training facilities. You're joining a collaborative team where career development and work‑life balance aren't competing priorities—they're both achievable.

What NAV CANADA offers you

• Extended Health Benefits, Dental Benefits, Sick leave benefits, Long Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, Business Travel Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Pension Plan
• A competitive Salary between $122,613 to $177,240 CAD
• An Air Traffic Controller ATC Premium of $13,996 CAD per year, upon successful completion of training (ATC Premium level 7)
• A chance to grow your career with ongoing learning and development opportunities
• An opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive team where everyone belongs
• And relocation support to help 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

• Assessing the traffic, planning traffic flow, and separating the air traffic by determining and applying radar or non‑radar separation standards
• Issuing clearances and instructions, as well as relaying messages and pertinent information
• Coordinating the movement of a combination of arriving and departing traffic with appropriate control positions, sectors, specialties, centres, towers, flight service stations and flight information centres
• Entering information on flight data strips, electronically or in writing (unit specific), and posting the strips on a data board
• Operating, monitoring and adjusting telephone, radio, radar and other electronic equipment
• Preparing and/or completing duties and requirements as specified in unit directives
• Providing flight information and radar service as requested by VFR aircraft
• Accommodating special users of airspace (i.e. paradrops, military missions, photo survey flights, RPAS etc.)
• Integrating into the traffic sequence aircraft that are performing exercises which do not conform with the normal traffic pattern (i.e. military and civilian training flights, NAV CANADA aircraft flight checks)
• Responding to emergencies
• Other duties as required

Job Requirements

Education

• Successful completion of high school or equivalent
• Successful completion of an Airport/Aerodrome (Tower) Air Traffic Controller training program or equivalent

Experience

• A minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Air Traffic Controller (Airport/Aerodrome Controller) experience in a complex environment

Selection process

• Candidates will be required to provide detailed information on Air Traffic Controller training and work history as part of the application process as well as workplace references
• Application information will be shared with a third‑party provider which will conduct prescreening, assessments as well as reference checks

Working conditions

• The successful candidate must meet the security requirements of the position; The successful candidate 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].

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.

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

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre‑employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive or business critical in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.