Air traffic controller
Airservices employs air traffic controllers to manage the safe and orderly flow of aircraft into, out of, and between airports throughout Australia and with overseas regions adjoining Australian airspace.
As an air traffic controller you can expect to work at one of our two major centres: Brisbane or Melbourne, at one of our terminal control units or our control towers around Australia.
In addition to the daily management of routine air traffic, controllers also provide information and assistance to pilots if they experience an inflight emergency.
How demanding is the role?
The nature of the job demands that air traffic controllers be able to make quick and accurate decisions based on information regarding an aircraft’s position. To this end, you must:
- be confident and able to work with modern computer-based equipment
- be self-motivated and independent, yet work within a team environment
- be dedicated, professional, conscientious, confident and able to accept high levels of personal responsibility
- possess a good understanding and a clear application of the English language
- be prepared to work shifts on any day of the year.
Apply now!
Want to become an air traffic controller? Applications for our air traffic controller in training program are ongoing, apply online.