ATC Instructor: Ab Initio Training Specialist

Airways New Zealand; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Airways International Ltd is seeking independent contractor Air Traffic Controller (ATC) Instructors for Christchurch campus, with training to be delivered during 2027. You will develop and deliver domestic and international ATC ab initio courses in line with ICAO, CAA, Airways and NZQA frameworks.

We value applicants with ICAO/EASA level 6 English proficiency, ATC instructor rating, and experience delivering on-the-job training in an ATC environment.

Qualifications

• ATC instructor and/or assessor rating with ICAO/EASA level 6 English proficiency.
• Hold ratings in Approach Control Procedural (non-radar) and/or Approach Control Surveillance training.
• Proven experience providing on-the-job training in an ATC operational environment.
• Knowledge of and exposure to delivery of instructional material.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ATC and specialist technical training, classroom-based and virtual.
• Develop, prepare and deliver domestic and international ATC ab initio training courses and other Air Traffic Services courses.
• Prepare and conduct transparent and fair assessments on student progress.
• Support the design of curricula, syllabi and courseware, including feedback to improve teaching methods and outcomes.
• Collaborate across teams to ensure quality training outcomes and timelines.

Skills

ATC instructor rating

ICAO/EASA English proficiency

Education

Tertiary qualification in education/aviation/management

Certificate or diploma in adult teaching

Tools

Approach Control Procedural (non-radar) training

Approach Control Surveillance training

Job description

Airways International Ltd is seeking independent contractor Air Traffic Controller (ATC) Instructors for Christchurch campus, with training to be delivered during 2027. You will develop and deliver domestic and international ATC ab initio courses in line with ICAO, CAA, Airways and NZQA frameworks.

We value applicants with ICAO/EASA level 6 English proficiency, ATC instructor rating, and experience delivering on-the-job training in an ATC environment.