At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage air traffic, ensuring safe takeoffs and landings in a busy airport environment.
- Company: Join NAV CANADA, a leader in air traffic management with a commitment to safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, health benefits, and ongoing learning opportunities.
- Other info: Relocation support available; shift work required.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on aviation safety while working in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: 3+ years as a licensed Air Traffic Controller and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Operating out of air traffic control towers, Air Traffic Controllers (Airport/Aerodrome Controllers) provide pilots clearances and instructions to maintain separation from other aircraft during takeoff and landing. Their job is to maintain a safe and orderly flow of air traffic within a defined airspace surrounding the airport, referred to as a “control zone”, as well as on the ground on runways and taxiways. This is a full‑time, permanent opportunity located in Winnipeg, MB.
What You’ll Do
- Assess the traffic, plan traffic flow, and separate the air traffic by determining and applying radar or non‑radar separation standards.
- Issue clearances and instructions, and relay messages and pertinent information.
- Coordinate the movement of arriving and departing traffic with appropriate control positions, sectors, specialties, centres, towers, flight service stations and flight information centres.
- Enter information on flight data strips, electronically or in writing, and post the strips on a data board.
- Operate, monitor, and adjust telephone, radio, radar and other electronic equipment.
- Prepare and complete duties and requirements specified in unit directives.
- Provide flight information and radar service to VFR aircraft.
- Accommodate special users of airspace (e.g., paradrops, military missions, photo survey flights, RPAS).
- Integrate aircraft performing exercises that do not conform with the normal traffic pattern (e.g., military and civilian training flights, NAVCANADA aircraft flight checks).
- Respond to emergencies.
- Perform additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- Education: Successful completion of high‑school or equivalent. Successful completion of an Airport/Aerodrome (Tower) Air Traffic Controller training program or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Air Traffic Controller (Airport/Aerodrome Controller) in a complex environment.
Desired Qualities
- Sound judgment in complex situations.
- Clear communication in English.
- High motivation and initiative.
- Strong recall and attention to detail.
- Excellent problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
Benefits
- Extended Health, Dental, and Sick Leave benefits.
- Long‑Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance, Business Travel Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Pension Plan.
- Competitive salary between $126,292 and $182,558 CAD.
- ATC Premium of $14,416 CAD per year upon successful completion of training (ATC Premium level7).
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
- Relocation support.
Working Conditions
- Must meet security requirements of the position.
- Must hold a valid Transport Canada Category2 aviation medical.
- Must be willing to complete a pre‑employment drug test (including cannabis).
- Shift work is required.
- The position is onsite and not eligible for a flexible work arrangement.
EEO Statement
NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society.
Experienced Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller – Winnipeg Tower employer: Nav Canada
NAV CANADA is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the integration of cyber security within its enterprise architecture, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. Employees benefit from a hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance, alongside opportunities for professional growth through continuous learning and engagement with industry standards like ISO/IEC 27001. With a commitment to resilience and security, NAV CANADA offers a meaningful and impactful career path in a dynamic environment.
