Job Opportunities For July 2025 โ Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) Company
Location: Multiple (Bedfordview, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, Bruma)
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Remuneration: Market Related
Employment Type: Permanent & Fixed-Term Opportunities
Employment Equity: Positions will be filled in line with ATNS Employment Equity objectives.
ATNS is a leading provider of air traffic control services, aviation safety oversight, and navigation solutions across South Africa and beyond. The company is seeking qualified, experienced, and passionate individuals to join its workforce.
Below is the list of available vacancies with their respective closing dates, locations, key overviews, and requirements.
1. Air Traffic Services (ATS) Bursary Program
- Location: Kempton Park
- Contract: Fixed-Term
- Apply by: 31 January 2026
Overview:
ATNS is offering 117 bursary opportunities to join the Air Traffic Services bursary programme at the Aviation Training Academy (Bonaero Park). This includes streams such as ATS Officer, Aeronautical Information Management Officer, Target Generating Officer, Airport Management Liaison Officer, and Simulator Support Officer.
Requirements:
-Matric with Pure Mathematics (Level 4 / HG-D) and English (Level 4 / HG-D)
-Medically fit and willing to relocate anywhere in South Africa
-South African citizen with valid ID
-Must be unemployed and attach Grade 12 results
2. Safety Specialist: Flight Procedure Design (FPD), Aeronautical Information (AI) & Aeronautical Cartography (AC)
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 18 July 2025
Overview:
Responsible for safety oversight in flight procedure design, aeronautical charts, aeronautical data evaluation, and ensuring compliance with ICAO standards.
Requirements:
-Grade 12 with Maths & Science
-Completion of Basic & Advanced PANS-OPS courses
-Qualified Air Traffic Controller, IFR-rated Pilot, ATSO, or AIM Officer
-Minimum 5 yearsโ experience in flight procedure design, validation, cartography, or obstacle evaluation
3. Instructor: Air Traffic Services
- Location: Kempton Park
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 31 March 2026
Overview:
Deliver ATS-specific and generic aviation training to clients as per approved curricula, QMS, and international standards.
Requirements:
-ATS qualification and on-the-job training certification
-Train-the-Trainer qualification (advantageous)
-Minimum 2 years post-validation experience in an operational ATC environment
4. Flight Procedure Specialist (Open Ad)
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 30 September 2025
Overview:
Conceptualise, design, and develop Instrument Flight Procedures (IFPs), airspace designs, and aeronautical charts in line with ICAO requirements.
Requirements:
-Grade 12
-Basic & Advanced PANS-OPS training
-Completed Flight Procedure Specialist on-the-job training
5. Simulator Support Officer
- Location: Kempton Park
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 17 July 2025
Overview:
Provide simulator support to ATS instructors ensuring effective practical aviation training sessions and simulator system setup.
Requirements:
-Grade 12 with Mathematics & English (Level 4)
-At least 1-year experience in a client-oriented environment
6. International ATS Instructor FTC (5-year contract)
- Location: Kempton Park
- Contract: Fixed-Term (5 years)
- Apply by: 30 September 2025
Overview:
Provide ATS training internationally with ICAO-approved standards, including theory, practical training, and simulator-based instruction.
Requirements:
-Matric/High school diploma; Bachelorโs degree preferred
-ICAO ATC license (10+ years) with validated ATS rating disciplines
-ATS Instructor license for 5+ years
-Train-the-Trainer and Assessor/Moderator certifications
7. Obstacle Evaluator (Open Ad)
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 30 September 2025
Overview:
Evaluate obstacles affecting aviation Annex 14 Obstacle Limitation Surfaces, ensure compliance with ICAO regulations, and document reports.
Requirements:
-Grade 12 with Maths & Science
-Aeronautical Obstacle Assessment or Flight Procedure Design course
-Minimum 2 yearsโ experience in Aeronautical Obstacle Assessment
8. Building Facility & Cleaning Manager
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 21 July 2025
Overview:
Manage ATNS facilities, ensuring preventive maintenance, safety compliance, resource management, and contractor oversight.
Requirements:
-Degree in Built Environment or related field
-Postgraduate qualification in Facilities Management advantageous
-Minimum 5โ6 yearsโ experience in complex facility management environments
9. ATCO1, ATCO2 and ATCO3 Approach and Area (Open Ad)
- Location: Johannesburg (FAOR & FACT)
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 30 September 2025
Overview:
Provide Tower & Approach Procedural and Radar Air Traffic Control Services, ensuring safety and efficient flow of air traffic in controlled airspace.
Requirements:
-Valid ATCO1, ATCO2, and ATCO3 Approach and Area rating
-Minimum 2 yearsโ experience as Aerodrome/Approach/Area Controller
10. Chief Designer (Open Ad)
- Location: Bedfordview
- Contract: Permanent
- Apply by: 30 May 2026
Overview:
Lead and manage Flight Procedure Design, Obstacle Assessment, and Aeronautical Charting. Ensure compliance with ICAO SARPs and oversee flight procedure approval processes.
Requirements:
-Bachelorโs degree in Administration or equivalent
-Basic & Advanced PANS-OPS course with 18 months mentorship
-Minimum 5 yearsโ PANS-OPS design experience
-3 yearsโ air traffic service experience preferred
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