Air Traffic Services Manager

Oaklands Global Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading aviation recruitment firm, Oaklands Global, is seeking a dynamic Air Traffic Services Manager to spearhead their client's dual-service transformation. This key role involves leading a top-tier team to deliver ATC services and develop FIS capabilities while ensuring safety and excellence throughout the process.

Qualifications

• ATS operational leadership experience required.
• Strong knowledge of ATC and FIS frameworks needed.
• Experience in UAS and evolving ATM environments advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead a compliant, high-quality ATS team.
• Deliver ATC services by day; establish FIS by night.
• Champion UAS operations and future airspace integration.

Skills

Leadership

Change Management

People Management

Safety Management

Job description

Oaklands Global are EXCLUSIVELY representing a superb client based in the Southeast of the UK! We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Air Traffic Services Manager to lead our client’s transformation into a dual-service environment, delivering ATC during the day and developing FIS capability by night. You’ll be joining at a pivotal time as our client positions themselves at the forefront of both manned and unmanned aviation.

You don’t need to be an active controller — but you must be a leader. You’ll shape operational standards, mentor a high-performing team, and help implement innovative ways of working, including the safe integration of UAS and support for future airspace models.

Responsibilities

• Lead a compliant, high-quality ATS team.
• Deliver ATC services by day and establish a Flight Information Service by night.
• Champion UAS operations and future airspace integration.
• Contribute to strategic development of the airfield’s operational future.
• Ensure safety, innovation, and excellence in ATS delivery.

Requirements

• ATS operational leadership experience
• Regulatory knowledge of both ATC and FIS frameworks
• Exposure to UAS and evolving ATM environments
• Strong people and change management skills

This is a rare opportunity to positively influence and shape our client’s business.

Why Work With Oaklands Global?

We are the world’s leading aviation and aerospace recruitment and executive search firm, trusted by the most respected names in the industry to deliver results with integrity, discretion, and excellence.

With over 50 years of combined experience, we don’t just fill roles, we shape careers and give our clients a competitive talent advantage. We take immense pride in the quality of our searches and are committed to representing only the very best candidates to the very best businesses.

At Oaklands Global, every application is handled with the utmost professionalism and complete confidentiality. If this opportunity interests you, please apply in confidence to Callum Devaney. Whether or not your profile is shortlisted, you will hear from us, because we believe in treating every candidate with respect and care.

We’re not just here to help you land your next role. We are here to elevate your career.