Senior Air Traffic Controller - Lead, Safeguard Skies

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Pension contributions

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Air Traffic Controller to operate from a state-of-the-art facility near Rustenburg, North West, ZA. The role emphasizes safe, orderly, and expeditious air traffic management within designated airspace, requiring leadership and advanced control certifications.

The ideal candidate will have a proven safety record, extensive ATC experience, and the ability to mentor junior controllers.

Qualifications

• Must hold valid Air Traffic Controller license with relevant ratings (e.g., Aerodrome, Approach, Area Control).
• Proven track record in managing high-density air traffic and complex scenarios.
• Excellent decision-making skills and ability to stay calm under pressure.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations, meteorology, and navigation principles.

Responsibilities

• Control and manage air traffic in accordance with procedures and regulations.
• Issue clearances, instructions, and information to aircraft to ensure safe separation.
• Monitor radar displays, flight progress strips, and related systems.

Skills

Decision making

Communication

Pressure handling

Team collaboration

Education

ATC license

Tools

ATC radar systems

Communication equipment

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Air Traffic Controller to operate from a state-of-the-art facility near Rustenburg, North West, ZA. The role emphasizes safe, orderly, and expeditious air traffic management within designated airspace, requiring leadership and advanced control certifications.

The ideal candidate will have a proven safety record, extensive ATC experience, and the ability to mentor junior controllers.