Air Traffic Controller - Approach

Must have unit-level authority for the planning, controlling and coordinating of aircraft and vehicular traffic within the Turks and Caicos Islands. Additionally, the incumbent is required to provide weather updates as applicable and navigational assistance to aircraft in need.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, formulate and execute instructions that ensure a safe, efficient and orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic.
• Maintain up-to-date flight progress information and other documentation to aid in providing accurate and safe instructions to aircraft.
• Notify and coordinate with relevant organizations regarding aircraft in distress.
• Determine the impact of weather on aircraft operations and implement any mitigating safety measures.
• Monitor the status of all Navigational Aids and radio frequencies to minimize the impact of equipment failure and to expeditiously report occurrences of any malfunctions or un-service abilities to the SATCO, supervisor or duty technician.
• Assist with on – the Job training for newly qualified ATS staff, in accordance with the TCI training programme.
• Co-ordinate the transfer of control of aircraft with the Miami ATCC for (IFR/VFR)
• Complete and/ or process written reports.
• To comply with the relevant safety requirements and procedures outlined in the TCIAA Safety Management Manual (SMM) and any other duly approved Manuals, Safety Directives, and Safety Advisories.
• Perform other related duties as directed by the shift supervisor or SATCO.

SKILLS NEEDED:

• Meet the requirements outlined in the procedural Approach and Aerodrome Control job description, issued by the TCIAA.
• Must be able to multitask, whilst maintaining maximum efficiency and safety at all times.
• Possess ratings in procedural Approach and Aerodrome Control.
• Meet the requirements for ICAO Class 3 aviation medical.
• Meet ICAO English proficiency level 4 or above.
• Must have at least 3 years of experience working as an approach air traffic controller and is currently active in this role.

Interested persons must submit their Resume with current contact information along with a Cover Letter, reference letters from previous jobs within the last five (5) years (stating start to end date) as well as copies of educational certificates and a copy of the Passport photo page, National Turks & Caicos Islander Status Card (where applicable). Shortlisted candidates must submit an enhanced Police Record.