Graduate in Training & Top Jobs at ATNS

Minimum Qualification

• The study discipline in which graduates completed their qualifications must be in line with the skills our business requires, and preference will be given to qualifications in these areas.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have no more than one year full time work experience (in their field of study) since graduating.
• Have completed a degree or a diploma level qualification (as stipulated above)
• Must be computer literate

What’s the benefit?

• Over 24 months, graduates are exposed to on-the-job training, technical and professional development.
• The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary.
• What happens in the twenty-four months?
• The graduate development will be monitored throughout the 24 months period, which includes the mentorship and coaching.
• After the 24 months programme, the company may place a candidate permanently in a suitable area having considered the business need and the candidate’s skills. This will also be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

Apply by: 28 July 2026

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Introduction

• Applications are invited for the ATNS Support Graduate in Training Programme 2026 Overview Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is offering graduates the opportunity to make a successful transition from university to the world of work. The graduate programme helps transform the graduates into high performing professionals, equipping them to contribute to the economy of the country. The program provides the graduates with an opportunity to conduct their work exposure and on-the-job training in our head office in Bruma and the Aviation Training Academy located in Johannesburg.

Job description

Minimum Qualification

DEPARTMENT

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Business Services
• A diploma in record management or related field  (NQF level 6)
• B degree in information science or a related field

Minimum Qualification

• The study discipline in which graduates completed their qualifications must be in line with the skills our business requires, and preference will be given to qualifications in these areas.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have no more than one year full time work experience (in their field of study) since graduating.
• Have completed a degree or a diplomalevel qualification (as stipulated above)
• Must be computer literate

What’s the benefit?

• Over 24 months, graduates are exposed to on-the-job training, technical and professional development.
• The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary.

What happens in the twenty-four months?

• The graduate development will be monitored throughout the 24 months period, which includes the mentorship and coaching.
• After the 24 months programme, the company may place a candidate permanently in a suitable area having considered the business need and the candidate’s skills. This will also be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

Apply by: 28 July 2026

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Minimum Qualification

• The study discipline in which graduates completed their qualifications must be in line with the skills our business requires, and preference will be given to qualifications in these areas.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have no more than one year full time work experience (in their field of study) since graduating.
• Have completed a degree or a diploma level qualification (as stipulated above)
• Must be computer literate

What’s the benefit?

• Over 24 months, graduates are exposed to on-the-job training, technical and professional development.
• The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary.
• What happens in the twenty-four months?
• The graduate development will be monitored throughout the 24 months period, which includes the mentorship and coaching.
• After the 24 months programme, the company may place a candidate permanently in a suitable area having considered the business need and the candidate’s skills. This will also be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

Apply by: 28 July 2026

go to method of application »

Introduction

• Applications are invited for the ATNS Support Graduate in Training Programme 2026 Overview Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is offering graduates the opportunity to make a successful transition from university to the world of work. The graduate programme helps transform the graduates into high performing professionals, equipping them to contribute to the economy of the country. The program provides the graduates with an opportunity to conduct their work exposure and on-the-job training in our head office in Bruma and the Aviation Training Academy located in Johannesburg.

Job description

Minimum Qualification

DEPARTMENT

REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Business Services
• 3-year qualification in Environmental Studies (NQF level 6)

Minimum Qualification

• The study discipline in which graduates completed their qualifications must be in line with the skills our business requires, and preference will be given to qualifications in these areas.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have no more than one year full time work experience (in their field of study) since graduating.
• Have completed a degree or a diplomalevel qualification (as stipulated above)
• Must be computer literate

What’s the benefit?

• Over 24 months, graduates are exposed to on-the-job training, technical and professional development.
• The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary.

What happens in the twenty-four months?

• The graduate development will be monitored throughout the 24 months period, which includes the mentorship and coaching.
• After the 24 months programme, the company may place a candidate permanently in a suitable area having considered the business need and the candidate’s skills. This will also be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

Apply by: 28 July 2026

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Minimum Qualification

• The study discipline in which graduates completed their qualifications must be in line with the skills our business requires, and preference will be given to qualifications in these areas.

To be considered you need to:

• Be a South African citizen
• Have no more than one year full time work experience (in their field of study) since graduating.
• Have completed a degree or a diploma level qualification (as stipulated above)
• Must be computer literate

What’s the benefit?

• Over 24 months, graduates are exposed to on-the-job training, technical and professional development.
• The selected candidates will receive a monthly salary.
• What happens in the twenty-four months?
• The graduate development will be monitored throughout the 24 months period, which includes the mentorship and coaching.
• After the 24 months programme, the company may place a candidate permanently in a suitable area having considered the business need and the candidate’s skills. This will also be determined by opportunity, performance and competence.

Apply by: 28 July 2026

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Job description

Major Activities 

• Supervise the effective maintenance of CNS ATM systems and equipment to support the continuous serviceability and availability of all ATNS CNS ATM systems to the service levels required by all ATM users
• Contribute to the development and implementation of a preventative maintenance plan for all CNS equipment and infrastructure at the applicable center
• Implement immediate remedial action plans in the event of critical failures (crisis management)
• Maintain close liaison with the operations environment to schedule and execute critical corrective restorations and preventative maintenance activities
• Provide information on critical system status to Air Traffic Controllers
• Acquire and manage inventory items to provide sufficient spares to enable timeous and effective execution of maintenance tasks
• Regularly review equipment serviceability and implement corrective action when required
• Direct and control task executions of sections and staff (frequency 24 hours X 7 days exception management)
• Plan, supervise, and control a team of staff to maintain facilities during normal and outside normal working hours
• Recommend new practices and procedures to enhance productivity while ensuring compliance to regulations and legislation
• Coordinate the provision of overall technical repair and maintenance services to the designated area to ensure continuous availability of systems to users
• Ensure the continuous availability of all equipment and systems to the operational environment at optimum serviceability levels within the assigned area.
• Direct and control the task execution of the sections and staff
• Conduct regular inspections to ensure that the technical services are being maintained in accordance with the prescribed standards and procedures and implement corrective action where appropriate.
• Maintain close liaison with the operational environment, providing the necessary information on availability / serviceability status of systems and equipment for distribution to users
• Assist with issuing systems maintenance Station Standing Instructions (SSI’s) to the area
• Develop new practices, procedures and methods to enhance productivity
• Assist with the commissioning and acceptance of installed projects
• Audit suppliers’ deliverables as per specifications
• Monitor the PBU issues from an FIR perspective - specifications, spares, documentation training, provide information on service delivery until completion of maintenance management
• Monitor and manage all logistic issues, pre and post PBU, regarding turnaround times and any other non-delivery
• Audit and confirm that Project Closeout can commence, i.e. a fully operational and maintainable facility is handed over to the relevant department or section
• Remain abreast of developments in the Aviation environment including technology
• Support the correct operation of the maintenance management system
• Check that all data is entered correctly on the maintenance management system
• Maintain and participate in all building facilities and backup power systems that form part of Part 171 and ESO registration process.
• Negotiate and manage relevant utility and maintenance contracts and other service provider companies such as Telkom and Eskom
• Interpret, apply and implement all air traffic regulations, policies, directives and instructions issued
• Approve / issue local orders and instructions to the area to ensure that all staff are fully informed of policies, processes, and directives
• Apply all relevant technical regulations and instructions and implement technical policy directives and instructions issued by ATNS Corporate
• Apply all ICAO, CAA, ICASA, ISO 9001, Airport Regulations, safety and environmental ATNS directives, Occupational Health and Safety Act, and other legislation
• Ensure that all work is carried out in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements and the ATNS Safety Plan
• Support the appointed 16.2 person in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, ensuring the implementation of the Occupational Health and Safety plan and delivery of technical support services to the highest possible safety standards
• Develop and maintain sound relations with all key stakeholders including suppliers to support ongoing alignment and collaboration
• Establish sound working relationships with the relevant Airports Company
• Cooperate with Civil Aviation Authorities, Local and Regional Authorities and Airports Management Companies when required to do so, within the constraints of company policy and mandate
• Provide inputs into the development of the budget for the area
• Manage expenditure in line with business objectives and priorities, and within approved financial parameters
• Ensure effective management of operational costs to enable effective utilisation of financial resources
• Ensure compliance with Finance policies and processes
• Report on all costs incurred against the approved budget including deviations
• Assist with the commissioning and acceptance of installed projects
• Audit suppliers’ deliverables as per specifications
• Monitor the PBU issues from a FIR perspective (specifications, spares, documentation training, provide information on around service delivery until completion (maintenance management
• Monitor and manage all Logistic issues, pre and post PBU, regarding turnaround times and any other non-delivery
• Audit and confirm that a Project Closeout can commence. I.e.  A fully operational and maintainable facility is handed over to the relevant department or section
• Remain abreast of developments in the Avionic environment including technology
• Manage staff in accordance with Human Capital policies, processes, and practices
• Ensure that new employees have been properly on-boarded prior to commencing work
• Monitor the time and attendance of subordinates, take appropriate action in the case of absenteeism, and report issues in this regard to management and Human Capital
• Manage the performance of individual staff members by applying the standard performance management procedures and completing management reports to ensure personal development and enhanced task execution.
• Assess and quantify technical competence of staff.
• Implement and apply all policy directives and instructions, issued by ATNS Corporate, promptly thereby ensuring that all personnel are aware of the direction and requirements of the Company
• Manage the performance of individual staff members by applying the Human Capital performance management process, and by completing management reports to ensure personal development and enhanced task execution
• Create training plans for technical staff
• Initiate external technical training requirements as well as internal technical and on-the-job training to develop a competent team
• Maintain appropriate contract, financial, equipment and human resources filing systems
• Handle disciplinary and grievance issues in accordance with the ATNS Disciplinary and Grievance Policies and Procedures
• Actively promotes the vision, mission, and values of ATNS as well as the well-being and morale of staff in the Area of responsibility

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Electronic Engineering or equivalent
• Other appropriate qualifications required to enable admittance to the Engineering Council of SA as an Engineering Technician or Technologist will be an advantage
• Business Management qualification will be an added advantage 

Minimum Experience

• At least 5 years’ experience in the maintenance and support of CNS ATM systems, equipment, and associated support services
• Proven diagnostic and fault-finding abilities, and to implement corrective actions to restore communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) systems and equipment to an acceptable operating condition 
• Proven leadership abilities
• A sound understanding of Systems Engineering and Business Management principles as they apply to the support of modern automatic CNS ATM systems 
• A detailed understanding of the role of ATNS and the operation, maintenance and support of air traffic services, systems, and equipment.
• Organizational skills. The ability to cope with the stress of managing, planned or unplanned, multiple, and diverse tasks.
• High energy level
• Ability to prioritize multiple and diverse tasks
• Good written and verbal communications skills
• The ability to remain calm and effective during crisis / emergency situations
• Be a credible leader
• Interpersonal relationship skills
• High level of endurance

Apply by: 23 July 2026

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Job description

Tender Management Process and Administration

• Participation in Bid Specification Committee for compiling Bid Specifications.
• Review of tender specifications for SCM compliance.
• Development of tender documents for advertisements.
• Ensures accurate filing of tender documents.
• Coordination of Bid Evaluation Committee for process accountability.
• Facilitation and administration support of Bid Adjudication Committee.
• Management of Request for Quotation processes.
• Implementation of sourcing plans to meet quality and delivery times.
• Provides feedback to ATNS on contract management, expiration dates, and market analysis.

 Supplier and Contract Management

•  Maintaining relevant and up-to-date supplier relations documents.
• Enhancing supplier management processes and ensuring regulatory and SLA compliance.
• Negotiating with suppliers to meet quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
• Communicating SLAs and contracts with suppliers.
• Preparing and administering contract documentation.
• Negotiating SLAs and contracts on behalf of ATNS.
• Reporting on contract administration efficiency and end-user SLA's/contracts.

 Stakeholder Relations

• Building and maintaining sustainable relationships.
• Gathering and disseminating accurate information.
• Participating in communication forums and meetings.
• Responding to stakeholder requests for information, proposals, and bidding processes.
• Improving business objectives and relationships with external suppliers and stakeholders.

Team Supervision and reporting

•  Champion the skills development and transfer within the functional unit.
• Produce progress and information reports according to requirements and timelines.
• Produce reports on expenditure and performance against existing SLA’s/contracts.
• Produce bid committee related reports

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree qualification in SCM or equivalent. 
• Valid CIPS accreditation will be an added advantage.

 Minimum Experience

• 4-6 Years in procurement – knowledge of current PPPFA, PFMA and other relevant government supply chain management regulations, as well as setting up policies and procedures.
• At least 3 years’ experience in practicing Public Procurement Regulation as prescribed by the National Treasury/ PFMA/ PPPFA and B-BBEE

Apply by: 23 July 2026

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Job description

•  Query log in register completed when queries received from clients.
•  Credit and Debit note issue
•  To correct data base records when return mail received from clients.
•  Open new accounts on Oracle after verification to existing data base records to avoid duplication of accounts.
•  Search aircrafts owners/operators on the internet for billing purposes
•  To ensure that flights are billed correctly and to adjust the original billing as per billing questions received from contractors/clients at any given time in order to eliminate any rejections and delays of payments.
•  Invoice customers as per received movement logs from contracted countries
•  Invoice customers for non-regulated business as per received invoice requisition or contract
•  Meet deadlines as per FP006
• Declining credit notes by ensuring that changes in billing system is done when notified through any means.
•  Capture payments received from banks onto Oracle and running bank statement.
•  Accurately applied receipts to correct invoices or as per client request/remittance received.
•  Payments received from clients into ATNS’ bank to be captured onto Oracle to the correct accounts first and then submitted to a cheque request for refund
• To ensure that bank charges are captured where necessary and as soon as they are identified.
• To ensure that all credit balances are applied to available invoices or refunded to clients who overpay within the same month of receiving the payments.

Minimum requirements

Minimum Qualifications

•  Diploma in accounting
•  Studying toward a degree as an added advantage

Minimum Experience

•  3 years’ experience with direct exposure to all aspects of finance (Billing and Collections)
• Sound knowledge of Oracle system especially in AR Module

Apply by: 23 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Strategic Engineering Leadership - Develop and implement the Operations Technology (OT) strategy in alignment with ATNS strategic objectives and business requirements; Conceptualise and define the ATNS operations engineering services model considering end-user requirements, benchmarked global, regional, national Air Traffic Management (ATM) concept plans, and supporting ATNS strategic objectives; Influence the development of communication, navigation, surveillance and air traffic management system (CNS) concepts and plans nationally and regionally over a 20-year timeframe by articulating and promoting the ATNS agenda to ICAO, international and domestic associations and other stakeholders; Ensure effective interpretation of global, regional and national air navigation plans while taking due cognisance of user requirements ensuring that the national ATNS systems and infrastructure meet international standards; Instill the core vision, mission and values of ATNS within the engineering environment, and ensure that activities and outputs are congruent.
• Operations Technology Management - Develop OT strategy and roadmap for efficient ATM and operations; Align OT strategy with air navigation and safety goals and objectives; Ensure management of total engineering quality, planning, design, specification and acquisition support; Deploy, integrate and operationalise OT systems; Ensure OT security, safety, governance and compliance in ATM; Monitor and optimise OT performance in ATM; Ensure the effective operation and maintenance of CNS/ATM OT systems; Ensure effective support of OT users and operators in ATM. Lead operations technology planning and adoption to ensure availability of the required systems and infrastructure to ensure safe and effective aviation operations;
• Develop an operations technology plan with relevant planning periods that take into account obsolescence of technology and equipment and the replacement thereof; Design and develop effective OT safety and security systems to ensure safe and secure operations systems and technology; Monitor and optimise OT performance to meet user requirements as measured by system availability, reliability, stability, security and other associated service levels in ATM; Provide strategic direction for operations technology and infrastructure maintenance, security, disaster recovery, and ATM end-user support; Ensure effective integration and implementation of engineering service plans that meet benchmarked capability in order to meet user requirements, measured by system availability and reliability and other associated service levels; Initiate and direct business-driven engineering projects; Ensure project management disciplines are implemented; Ensure projects are managed, that resources are appropriately allocated, and that deadlines are achieved.
• High-tech Infrastructure/CAPEX and Implementation - Lead and/or contribute to the mapping of the short-, medium-, long-term and high-value (multi-million rand) operations technology plans of ATNS and the implementation thereof from conceptualisation, feasibility, technical formulation, acquisition, operation, to maintenance; Perform contract management of high-tech suppliers and Original Equipment Manufacturers; Ensure the availability of the required systems and infrastructure that will enable safe and effective aviation operations.
• Development of Technical Standards - Lead and direct the development of technical standards to meet engineering service requirements and project deliverables; Anticipate changes in engineering standards and requirements; Implement changes, and drive equipment, organisational and other requirements to meet new technical standards.
• Service Excellence - Establish technical service delivery SLA’s; Ensure technical service delivery is achieved in line with identified engineering standards; Ensure the analysis and development of engineering services and standards in line with emerging trends and developments; Keep abreast of technical maintenance developments.
• Commercial Revenue Streams - Consult the organisational strategy and deliverables to determine CNS-specific products and services requirements; Manage the development of CNS-related and collaborative products and services to meet identified opportunities; Ensure that the products and services meet market demands and take appropriate action where necessary to prevent possible losses.
• Governance, Compliance, Risk Management & Reporting - Ensure a robust governance environment by leading the development, maintenance, monitoring and continuous review of Operations Technology policies, processes, procedures, and service level agreements; Ensure full compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory standards, and ATNS frameworks; Prepare strategic level reports to EXCO, the Board and other key stakeholders; Identify strategic and operation business risks and develop and implement appropriate mitigation; Ensure all identified risks are appropriately and timeously measured, corrected, and managed in accordance with the ATNS Risk Management Framework.
• Stakeholder Relations Management - Develop, manage and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders including regulatory bodies, airports, professional institutions, and service providers to ensure ongoing alignment and collaboration; Monitor service delivery levels to ensure the provision of service excellence and user satisfaction.
• Financial Management - Manage expenditure in line with business objectives and priorities within approved financial parameters; Develop the divisional budget in conjunction with Finance to ensure financial sustainability; Manage operations costs in accordance with the mandate matrix (delegation of authority; Ensure accountability and reporting on all costs incurred against the approved budget including monthly deviations; Manage the overall Operations Technology budget in accordance with financial policies and processes.
• People Management - Ensure the optimal development, deployment, and management of human resources in order to meet the required targets and objectives; Manage staff in accordance with Human Capital policies, processes, practices and the disciplinary code; Ensure that new employees have been properly on-boarded prior to commencing work; Monitor the time and attendance of subordinates, take appropriate action in the case of absenteeism, and report issues to Human Capital; Promote high levels of safety, discipline, output standards within a motivational climate so that performance and other outputs are achieved; Manage performance outputs of employees through the performance management system, and take corrective action promptly and effectively; Facilitate change in the Operations Technology environment through ATNS change management processes; Mentor and coach staff as required, and ensure the transfer of knowledge to ensure ongoing performance improvement; Implement transformation initiatives within Operations Technology to ensure an inclusive environment and a representative staff complement; Drive employee engagement and retention within the Operations Technology environment.

Minimum requirements

Qualifications Requirement

• Masters level qualification in Business Management or related field is an advantage.
• Bachelor’s degree in electronic/electrical (Light Current) Engineering or equivalent is required.
• Registration as Professional Engineer with the Engineering Council of South Africa.
• Formal Leadership and Business Management training as an added advantage.

Experience Requirement 

• At least ten (10) years engineering experience in an aviation environment or similar of which seven (7) years should have been at senior management level.
• Air traffic navigation experience will be an added advantage.

Apply by: 20 July 2026

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Key performance areas

• Strategic Alignment - Lead and align the ATM function with aviation operations/air traffic services to enable the achievement of the strategic and commercial objectives of ATNS, namely: ATM Planning, CNS Planning, Flight Procedure Design, Aeronautical Cartography. Lead the conceptualisation and design of the Air Traffic Management strategy ensuring alignment to ATNS strategic direction and business requirements; Provide input into the long-term ATNS strategy from an Air Traffic Management perspective as a member of the Executive Committee; Represent ATNS in the National Airspace Committee (NASCO) and Civil Aviation Regulations Committee ( CARCOM); Set clear targets and objectives for Air Traffic Management and ensure the achievement thereof; Develop the annual Air Traffic Management business plan to support the achievement of strategic objectives; Contribute to the development of the long-term ATM Roadmap and make relevant strategic contributions to other aviation bodies (e.g., ICAO, International Air Transport Association and Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) as required.
• Provide input into, and influence the ATNS Permission planning process to ensure that the required resources and infrastructure are allocated to air traffic services and its workstreams; Drive delivery of the required projects/initiatives within the department to be on time, within budget and to the required standards; Analyse trends and metrics to inform and develop required solutions and programs, and to drive continuous improvement; Analyse relevant data to identify gaps and opportunities especially in key areas to enable the achievement of greater efficiency and effectiveness; Lead the development and implementation of an integrated annual business plan for the ATM function to support the achievement of strategic objectives; Provide technical leadership and guidance in ICAO, CANSO, African Civil Aviation Commission (AFCAC), and other relevant planning groups, working groups, and task forces; Instil the core vision, mission and values of ATNS in the ATM environment.
• Air Traffic Management - ATM Planning:  Develop strategic, medium- and short-term ATM capacity plans aligned with traffic forecasts, airspace demand, and ATNS strategy; Conduct traffic demand and capacity analyses, identifying constraints and mitigation plans and strategies; Lead airspace planning and restructuring initiatives, including sectorisation, airspace classification, and route optimisation; Conceptualise and define air traffic management in collaboration with ATS, OT, and IT, considering end-user requirements, global, regional, and national benchmarked concept plans, relevant regulation, and strategic ATNS business requirements; Identify, determine and quantify the ATM CNS system and technology needs for incorporation into system planning; Lead the planning of the introduction, modification, and decommissioning of air navigation services, airspace structures, and operational concepts when these initiatives are required; Ensure alignment of ATM and CNS planning activities with the ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP), regional air navigation plans, and national aviation policies; Ensure effective integration and implementation of ATM plans that meet benchmarked capability in order to meet user requirements as measured by delays, capacity and efficiency.
• CNS Planning - Develop strategic and long-term CNS infrastructure plans aligned with ATM demand, airspace design, and ICAO Global Air Navigation Plan (GANP); Ensure alignment of CNS planning with ICAO SARPs, national regulations, and spectrum requirements; Manage Architecture & Technical Planning; Manage CNS Programme & Portfolio Planning; Plan the introduction, replacement, and decommissioning of CNS systems; Monitor emerging CNS technologies and assess future applicability to ATNS operations; Manage continuous CNS modernisation and innovation planning. Flight Procedure Design - Design Flight Procedures; Conduct Ground Validation; Conduct PANS-OPS Obstacle Evaluation; Conduct Route and Airspace Design; Conduct traffic demand forecasting and capacity analysis to inform staffing, infrastructure, and technology requirements; Balance increasing demand for airspace with available capacity while ensuring the continued safety of operations; Ensure the enablement of safe and flexible use of airspace and air traffic data management for the efficient delivery of services that meet and satisfy the requirements of the aviation community in line with the required standards and practices;
• Ensure the effective integration and implementation of all Aeronautical, Flight Procedure Design, Air Traffic Flow Management, Aeronautical Cartography, and ATS Safety and Efficiency workstreams in line with benchmarked service levels to meet ATS operations and end-user requirements; Ensure operational readiness for new technology adoption through effective change management to ensure ongoing effective and safe air traffic services; Design, develop (model) and validate airspace and airport models and fast-time simulations to optimise air traffic management capacity, safety, and efficiency; Utilise simulations and modelling to enable informed decision making and improved planning. Aeronautical Cartography - Ensure the design of Flight Procedure Charts that are safe, accurate and reliable for operational use before publication; Design Aerodrome Charts; Design WACs; Design Enroute Charts; Manage GIS Data; Design and update aeronautical charts in line with ICAO SARPS (Standards and Recommended Practices) and international best practice for publication in the IAIP (Integrated Aeronautical Information Publication); Lead and manage the validation of Flight Procedure Design, charting and Obstacle assessment ensuring compliance with national and global regulatory requirements; Ensure that Instrument Flight Procedures are current, safe, effective and environmentally considerate prior to implementation; Ensure the verification of the accuracy and completeness of all relevant data, including obstacle and navigation data, and implement a systemic quality assurance process to ensure that the Instrument Flight Procedures are safe, reliable, and effective for use in various flight operations; Ensure the creation of custom maps and report data quality, analysis, interpretation, progress, and specifications.
• Safety and Efficiency - Advance safety and efficiency within aviation operations by driving the development and execution of relevant plans and programs; Ensure the investigation of accidents and safety events to determine and understand root causes in order to prevent reoccurrence; Monitor and ensure the analysis of safety trends, developments and metrics to inform adoption of the required solutions, programs, and initiatives in line with business needs and priorities.
• Permission Process - Determine and develop accurate submissions to the ATNS Permission process as required by the Regulator; Participate in the regulatory permission application consultations required in terms of the ATNS regulatory framework; Manage the development of specific ATM submissions into the ATNS Permission Plan to be provided to the Regulator; Represent ATNS on behalf of ATM with regards to submissions to the Regulator to ensure positive outcomes for ATNS.
• Governance, Compliance, Risk Management, and Reporting - Ensure a robust governance environment within ATM by leading the development, maintenance, monitoring and continuous review of Air Traffic Management policies, processes, procedures, and service level agreements; Ensure full compliance to all relevant national and international legal, and regulatory requirements, and ATNS governance frameworks; Monitor the overall performance of Air Traffic Management in relation to set targets and strategic business objectives; Through OPSCOM and other relevant structures, ensure that ATNS provides a forum in which all users of and stakeholders in ATNS are able to participate in the planning of relevant processes, services and infrastructure in accordance with requirements and acceptable service levels; Prepare strategic level reports for EXCO, Board and other key stakeholders by consolidating input from all workstreams within Air Traffic Management; Identify strategic and operational business risks and develop and implement appropriate mitigation; Monitor the implementation of approved plans, and report on planning risks, dependencies, and performance indicators; Ensure all identified risks are appropriately and timeously measured, corrected, and managed; Oversee SACAA certification and licensing to ensure compliance and enable service provision.
• Stakeholder Relations Management - Develop, manage and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders including regulatory bodies, airlines, professional institutions, and service providers to ensure ongoing alignment and collaboration; Develop and maintain sound relationships with key stakeholders through ongoing communication and engagement
• Financial Management - Manage expenditure within approved financial parameters and in line with business objectives and priorities to enable effective utilisation of funds; Develop the ATM budget in conjunction with Finance to ensure financial sustainability; Report all costs incurred against the approved budget including any deviations on a monthly basis; Provide planning inputs to capital investment programmes, business cases, and organisational capacity plans; Manage the overall Air Traffic  Management budget in accordance with ATNS Finance policies and processes.
• People Management - Manage staff in accordance with Human Capital policies, processes, practices and the disciplinary code; Ensure that new employees have been properly on-boarded prior to commencing work; Monitor the time and attendance of subordinates, take appropriate action in the case of absenteeism, and report issues to Human Capital; Ensure the appropriate deployment and adequate levels of competent staff are available, developed, managed and maintained in order to meet the required ATM targets and objectives; Promote high levels of safety, discipline, output standards within a motivational climate so that performance and other outputs are achieved; Manage performance outputs of employees through the performance management system, and take corrective action promptly and effectively; Facilitate change in the Air Traffic Management environment through approved change management processes; Mentor and coach staff as required and ensure the transfer of knowledge to ensure ongoing performance improvement; Develop the ATM Capacity Plan to acquire and deploy required skills to support the achievement of current and future ATM plans and objectives; Implement transformation initiatives within Air Traffic Management to ensure an inclusive environment and a representative staff complement; Drive employee engagement and retention within  Air Traffic  Management.

Qualifications Requirement

•  Masters level qualification in Business Management or related field
• Formal Leadership and Business Management qualification is an advantage

 Experience Requirement

• At least 10 years technical and/or operational experience within the field of Air Traffic Services of which 7 years should be at senior management level and 5 years at operational management level

Apply by: 20 July 2026