Senior Air Traffic Controller

Placements24; Klerksdorp; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and retirement benefits

Generous annual leave and sick leave

Extensive training and development

Shift allowances and overtime

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Senior Air Traffic Controller for our client’s facility in Klerksdorp, North West. The role focuses on safe, efficient airspace management and mentoring junior controllers.

You will manage complex traffic, coordinate with units, and contribute to safety protocols while working shifts that include nights and weekends. Fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• Valid Air Traffic Controller license with relevant ratings (e.g., Aerodrome Control, Approach Control, Area Control).
• Minimum 8–10 years of experience as a certified Air Traffic Controller.
• Proven ability to handle high‑pressure situations and make sound judgments rapidly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, procedures, and meteorological conditions.

Responsibilities

• Direct and guide aircraft movements within assigned airspace to ensure safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
• Monitor radar displays, communication equipment, and flight plans to maintain situational awareness.
• Communicate effectively with pilots, providing clearances, instructions, and critical information.
• Anticipate and resolve potential conflicts between aircraft.
• Manage emergency situations and provide guidance to aircraft in distress.
• Collaborate with other air traffic control units and relevant aviation authorities.
• Mentor and train junior air traffic controllers, providing guidance on procedures and best practices.
• Participate in regular performance reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of air traffic management systems.
• Maintain a high level of vigilance and accuracy in all operational activities.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Mentoring

Education

ATC license with Aerodrome/Approach/Area ratings

Tools

ATC systems

Radar equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pivotal entity in ensuring the safety and efficiency of airspace operations, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Air Traffic Controller for their busy facility in Klerksdorp, North West . This role demands exceptional decision‑making skills, intense concentration, and the ability to manage complex situations under pressure. As a Senior Controller, you will not only be responsible for managing air traffic but also for mentoring junior controllers and contributing to operational strategy and safety protocols. This is a critical position for an individual committed to maintaining the highest standards of aviation safety and flow efficiency in a demanding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and guide aircraft movements within assigned airspace to ensure safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic.
• Monitor radar displays, communication equipment, and flight plans to maintain situational awareness.
• Communicate effectively with pilots, providing clearances, instructions, and critical information.
• Anticipate and resolve potential conflicts between aircraft.
• Manage emergency situations and provide guidance to aircraft in distress.
• Collaborate with other air traffic control units and relevant aviation authorities.
• Mentor and train junior air traffic controllers, providing guidance on procedures and best practices.
• Participate in regular performance reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of air traffic management systems.
• Maintain a high level of vigilance and accuracy in all operational activities.

Requirements

• Valid Air Traffic Controller license with relevant ratings (e.g., Aerodrome Control, Approach Control, Area Control).
• Minimum of 8-10 years of experience as a certified Air Traffic Controller.
• Proven ability to handle high-pressure situations and make sound judgments rapidly.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English.
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, procedures, and meteorological conditions.
• Proficiency in using air traffic control systems and radar equipment.
• Ability to pass stringent medical and background checks.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and experience in mentoring.
• Willingness to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary reflecting the critical nature of the role and extensive experience.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits package.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave provisions.
• Extensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work in a vital role impacting aviation safety in the Klerksdorp, North West region.
• Shift allowances and overtime opportunities.