Air Traffic Controller

Placements24; Upington; Sur place; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package with shift 

Comprehensive medical benefits

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Upington, Northern Cape, seeks an experienced Air Traffic Controller to manage air traffic safely in a high-demand sector. You will issue clearances, monitor radar and communicate with pilots and units to ensure efficient flight operations.

The role requires a valid ATC license, ratings for Aerodrome/Approach/Area, 3+ years’ experience, strong concentration, and excellent communication. Relocation assistance may be considered for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Valid Air Traffic Controller License issued by the relevant aviation authority.
• Specific ratings for Aerodrome Control, Approach Control, and/or Area Control as applicable.
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience as an Air Traffic Controller.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.
• Maintain concentration and situational awareness for extended periods.
• Proficiency in ATC systems and radar equipment.
• Medically fit and regulatory compliant for Air Traffic Controllers.
• Legally eligible to work in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA.

Responsabilités

• Control and manage air traffic within assigned airspace with proper separation.
• Issue clearances, advisories, and information to pilots for safe operations.
• Monitor radar displays and other navigational aids to maintain situational awareness.
• Communicate with pilots, ATC units, and aviation stakeholders.
• Handle emergencies and provide assistance to aircraft in distress.
• Apply ATC procedures, regulations, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues for seamless handovers of traffic.
• Maintain records of clearances and observed traffic movements.

Connaissances

Decision making

Concentration

Communication skills

Situational awareness

Formation

ATC license

Aerodrome/Approach/Area ratings

Outils

ATC systems

Radar equipment

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a prominent air navigation service provider, is actively recruiting for skilled Air Traffic Controllers to manage air traffic operations at Upington, Northern Cape, ZA. This is a critical role responsible for ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic. As an Air Traffic Controller, you will play a vital part in maintaining aviation safety in your assigned sector. This position demands exceptional concentration, quick decision-making abilities, and a deep understanding of aviation procedures and communication protocols. You will be part of a highly professional team dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of air traffic management. The operational environment is dynamic and requires constant vigilance.

Key Responsibilities

• Control and manage air traffic within assigned airspace, ensuring separation between aircraft and preventing collisions.
• Issue clearances, advisories, and information to pilots to facilitate safe and efficient flight operations.
• Monitor radar displays, flight progress strips, and other navigational aids to maintain situational awareness.
• Communicate effectively with pilots, other air traffic control units, and relevant aviation stakeholders.
• Handle emergency situations and provide assistance to aircraft in distress.
• Apply relevant air traffic control procedures, regulations, and safety standards.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure seamless handovers of traffic and effective management of overall airspace.
• Maintain accurate records of clearances, instructions, and observed traffic movements.

Requirements

• Valid Air Traffic Controller License issued by the relevant aviation authority.
• Specific ratings for Aerodrome Control, Approach Control, and/or Area Control as applicable.
• A minimum of 3 years of proven experience as an Air Traffic Controller in a comparable operational environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with clear and concise articulation.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities under pressure.
• Ability to maintain high levels of concentration and situational awareness for extended periods.
• Proficiency in using air traffic control systems and radar equipment.
• Must be medically fit and meet all regulatory requirements for Air Traffic Controllers.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Upington, Northern Cape, ZA.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with shift allowances.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Structured training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a critical national infrastructure role.
• Access to advanced air traffic control technology.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for successful candidates.
• Generous leave provisions.