Senior Air Traffic Controller

Placements24

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Medical aid and retirement fund
Generous leave
ATC training facilities
Safety-focused environment

Job summary

Placements24, on behalf of our client, seeks a highly experienced Senior Air Traffic Controller to manage Cape Town International Airport airspace. You will ensure safe, orderly and expeditious flow of traffic, coordinating with pilots and ground personnel in a busy, dynamic control room.

You will mentor junior controllers, oversee radar and data processing, monitor weather impacts, and ensure adherence to ICAO standards and SACAA requirements while maintaining calm under pressure.

Qualifications

  • ATC license with SACAA ratings for Tower and Approach.
  • Minimum 5 years as certified ATC at a busy international airport.
  • Strong decision-making and ability to remain calm under pressure.
  • Experience with radar, communications and flight data processing systems.
  • Knowledge of ICAO standards and local procedures.

Responsibilities

  • Control and manage air traffic in assigned sectors, ensuring safe separation between aircraft on the ground and in the air.
  • Communicate with pilots using standard phraseology for clearances, advisories, and traffic information.
  • Monitor weather conditions and alert pilots to significant changes that may affect flight operations.
  • Coordinate traffic flow with adjacent control sectors and units to ensure seamless transitions.
  • Provide guidance and training to junior air traffic controllers, fostering continuous improvement and adherence to best practices.

Skills

Decision-making under pressure
Pilot communications
Mentoring junior staff

Education

ATC license (Tower/Approach)

Tools

Radar systems
Flight data processing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and certified Senior Air Traffic Controller to manage the complex airspace operations in and around Cape Town International Airport. In this vital role, you will be responsible for the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic, coordinating with pilots and ground personnel to prevent collisions and optimize flight paths. You will work within a dynamic control center environment, utilizing advanced radar and communication systems. This position offers the chance to mentor junior controllers and contribute to the strategic development of air traffic management procedures in one of South Africa's busiest aviation hubs, ensuring the highest safety standards.


Key Responsibilities


  • Control and manage air traffic in assigned sectors, ensuring safe separation between aircraft on the ground and in the air.

  • Communicate effectively with pilots using standard phraseology for clearances, advisories, and traffic information.

  • Monitor weather conditions and alert pilots to significant changes that may affect flight operations.

  • Coordinate traffic flow with adjacent control sectors and units to ensure seamless transitions.

  • Provide guidance and training to junior air traffic controllers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and adherence to best practices.


Requirements


  • Valid Air Traffic Controller (ATC) license with relevant ratings for Tower and Approach control, recognized by SACAA.

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a certified Air Traffic Controller in a busy international airport environment.

  • Excellent decision-making skills and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

  • Proficiency in utilizing modern air traffic management systems, including radar, communication, and flight data processing.

  • Strong understanding of aviation regulations, ICAO standards, and local operational procedures.


Benefits


  • Competitive salary with shift allowances and performance incentives.

  • Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.

  • Generous annual leave and provision for continuous professional development.

  • Access to cutting-edge air traffic control technology and training facilities.

  • A critical role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of aviation in the Western Cape region.

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