Air Traffic Control Officer (ATCO)
Key Information
Kent
£DOE
Permanent
Callum Devaney
Oaklands Global is currently looking to recruit an Air Traffic Control Officer (ATCO) to join a small, professional, and dedicated Air Traffic Services team. Reporting to the Manager of Air Traffic Services, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, orderly, and expeditious flow of air traffic including corporate, private, training, military, and unmanned aerial systems operating in Class G airspace.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic regional airport environment with a varied traffic mix and ongoing operational development with big plans within the Air traffic unit. As the organisation continues to invest in infrastructure and expand capabilities, you will have the chance to contribute to a range of exciting projects and be part of a growing aviation operation.
Responsibilities
- Provide a safe, orderly, and expeditious Air Traffic Control Service in accordance with MATS Part 1, MATS Part 2, and other relevant regulatory documentation.
- Prepare and disseminate meteorological observations.
- Maintain compliance with UK ATCO licensing requirements.
- Follow and comply with the local Safety Management System (SMS).
- Assist with and participate in internal training programmes.
- Learn the role of the Air Traffic Services Assistant (ATSA) and perform support duties when required.
- Carry out additional tasks to support the Air Traffic Services Unit (ATSU).
Requirements
- Current ADI rating with a valid Tower (TWR) endorsement.
- Current valid Approach (APP) rating (Desirable).
- Current UK Class 3 ATCO Medical Certificate.
- Strong PC literacy.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Willingness to work a shift pattern, including weekends, bank holidays, and some unsociable hours.
- Meteorological Observer’s Certificate (Full or Restricted).
- OJTI endorsement.
- Experience operating in Class G airspace.
Why Work With Oaklands Global?
We are the world’s leading aviation and aerospace recruitment and executive search firm, trusted by the most respected names in the industry to deliver results with integrity, discretion, and excellence.
With over 50 years of combined experience, we don’t just fill roles, we shape careers and give our clients a competitive talent advantage. We take immense pride in the quality of our searches and are committed to representing only the very best candidates to the very best businesses.
At Oaklands Global, every application is handled with the utmost professionalism and complete confidentiality. If this opportunity interests you, please apply in confidence to Callum Devaney. Whether or not your profile is shortlisted, you will hear from us, because we believe in treating every candidate with respect and care.
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