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Trainee Air Traffic Controller


Company : Airservices Australia


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-11-06


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Earn While You Learn & Kickstart a Thrilling Career in Aviation! Ready for a career thats both fast-paced and high-impact? As a Trainee Air Traffic Controller, youll dive into the world of aviation, using state-of-the-art tech to ensure the safe movement of aircraft throughout Australian airspace. This is your chance to train at a worldclass academy, earn while you learn, and set yourself up for an exciting and rewarding future in air traffic control. Why You Should Apply: Get Paid to Learn: Earn while you train at our toprated academy in Melbourne or Christchurch. No debt, just handson experience and a steady income. Amazing Salary: After completing your training and getting out in the field, you''ll be earning a sixfigure salaryyes, you read that right! TopNotch Training: Youll be trained by experts and upon successful completion will receive the AVI50115 Diploma of Aviation (Air Traffic Control), a nationally recognised qualification. CuttingEdge Technology: Work with the latest tech that is available in the industry. What Youll Be Doing: Directing Air Traffic: Use radar and communication tools to manage aircraft safely, whether theyre taking off, landing, or flying through controlled airspace. Making Quick Decisions: Youll think fast and stay calm under pressure, keeping the flow of air traffic smooth and safe. Teamwork: Collaborate with a highenergy team to solve complex challenges and help make air travel safer for everyone. The Organisation: Airservices Australia is a governmentowned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the worlds airspace and provision of aviation rescue firefighting services at Australias busiest airports. Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country from bustling cities to regional and remote locations, including an island. This team are helping to secure the future of Australias skies and keep it amongst the safest in the world. Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a servicefirst mindset and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, everevolving aviation industry. What Were Looking For: Sharp Thinkers: You love problemsolving and making quick decisions. TechSavvy: Youre comfortable working with the latest gadgets and systems. Thrives Under Pressure: You stay cool, calm, and collected even when things get busy. To apply for the role, you must meet the following criteria: 18 years of age or above. Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or an Australian Permanent Resident. A completed Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (Year 12 Certificate), or Tertiary level education at Diploma level at minimum. Join Airservices and enjoy a challenging and rewarding career with benefits such as: Excellent remuneration and generous super contribution, including a salary during training. Ongoing training and development opportunities. Future career paths in leadership, safety, training, and projects. Access to a gymnasium with personal instructors in operational centres (Melbourne and Brisbane). Supportive and professional culture. Visit our security check requirements for successful applicants. Airservices values social and cultural diversity, providing equal employment opportunities, and ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. Unlock job insights #J-18808-Ljbffr