Duties and Tasks

Air traffic controllers may perform the following tasks:

• maintain radio contact with pilots to keep aircraft separated in 'corridors' of controlled airspace, on air routes and near major airports
• make sure that aircraft operate only on pre-arranged routes and altitudes
• use radar to monitor and control aircraft movements
• provide information and assistance to pilots and emergency services during emergencies.

Specialisations

Enroute Controller
Terminal Area Controller
Tower Controller

Work Conditions

Air traffic controllers operate in shifts, often out of normal office hours, and are required to work on any day of the year.

Personal Requirements

• able to make quick and accurate decisions
• aptitude for working with computers
• confident, highly responsible, self-motivated, and independent, but able to work in a team
• good understanding and clear practical application of the English language
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency
• at least 18 years of age
• able to satisfy aviation medical requirements.

Related Industries

Transport Support Services

Labour Market

Information

Australian JobOutlook for Air Transport Professionals

Vacancies

Australian JobSearch for Air Traffic Controllers (ALL AUSTRALIA)
Work Opportunities websites

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