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AIR TRAFFIC AND NAVIGATION SERVICES COMPANY (ATNS)
 
 
 
OBSTACLE EVALUATOR (OPEN AD)
Listing reference: atns_000508
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Construction, Design, Architecture and Property
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
 
Introduction
Applications are invited for the Obstacle Evaluators (Grade 10) based at Bruma. The successful applicant will be reporting to the Head Aeronautical Information Management and System. Purpose The Obstacle Evaluator is responsible for evaluating the impact of obstacles on Annex 14 Obstacle Limitation Surfaces (OLS) within South Africa in compliance with the latest edition of ICAO documents and national regulations, and documenting and archiving the obstacles and reports.
 
Job description
Obstacle Evaluations - Collect, analyze, attend to applications for obstacles that may impact or influence OLS and conduct Obstacle Evaluations as defined by OP017, ICAO Annex 14, ICAO Annex 15 (eTOD), ICAO Doc 8168 - Volume II, ICAO Doc 9137 - Part 6, and PANS-OPS and coordinate with the regulator (South African Civil Authority) to approve the implementation of those obstacles;  Evaluate obstacles to identify their impact or influence on OLS and classify them accordingly;  Ensure Aeronautical Data is compliant with its intended use;  Notify and distribute reports generated on entities identified as obstacles penetrating the ICAO Annex 14, ICAO Annex 15 and related surfaces to the relevant departments in ATNS (CNS, Safety, ATM, Ops and PANS-Ops) for further analysis;  Interact and liaise with clients regarding obstacle evaluation assessments and services to be delivered and ensure continuous tracking and updating on the status of the obstacle evaluation application received from the client;  Coordinate with relevant parties and departments to mitigate risks related to evaluated obstacles and coordinate with Flight Procedure Design to ensure they are implemented;  Keep record of all obstacles evaluated;  Production of Annex 14 Drawings;  Production of Annex 15(eTOD) Drawings;  Production of PANS-OPS Drawings;  Production of KMZ files for Wind Energy Facilities;  Production of KMZ files for heliports;  Adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations;  Adherence to Annex 14 Surface limitations;  Adherence to PANS-OPS limitations;  Ensure Data integrity for known obstacles;  Production of Calculation records;  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in Annex 14 and Annex 15 (eTOD) Surfaces;  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and AIS;  Maintenance and filing of documents as per ISO and ATNS filing systems.
Obstacle Evaluations Data Input and Management - Initialize and prepare a design environment as required by Annex 14 and Annex 15 (eTOD) utilizing correct and verified data;  Initialize and prepare design environment as required by PANS-OPS utilizing correct and verified data;  Assist Charting Specialist with the creation and management of aeronautical charts using Smart Charting within CAD;  Input, Amendments and Maintenance of Electronic Terrain and Obstacle Data using eTOD database within CAD;  Collect and coordinate all manmade and topographical obstacles including eTOD and DTM in addition to the necessary data to be used by the Flight Procedure Designer to design or maintain IFP;  Consultation, co-ordination and liaison with data providers;  Conduct research into new technology, Obstacle Assessments developments and Aeronautical Navigation advancements;  Maintain documentation as per ISO and ATNS filing system.
Administration duties - Compile and submit all relevant documentation associated with the conduct of an obstacle evaluation (domestic/international) as per ATNS policy and procedures;  Collect newly surveyed Obstacle Data and update the necessary documents and files;  Inform and update other Departments on Obstacles and new Obstacle Data;  Production of Annex 14 Obstacle assessments and penetration Reports;  Production of Annex 15(eTOD) Obstacle assessments Reports;  Compilation of impact assessments reports for Wind Energy Facilities;  Compile proposals for Business Development to forward to clients;  Make boardroom bookings and chair arranged meetings with clients.
Research - Evaluate Aeronautical Data Quality, applications, and functions within ATNS;  Follow up new and amended ICAO SARPs for implementation as necessary;  Comply with, and regularly review ISO Procedures in consultation with Head Aeronautical Information Management and System;    Research new technology, data sources, analytical tools, and Annex 14 and Annex 15 (eTOD) Obstacle Assessments advancements;  Develop awareness of and familiarity with issues and events regarding Obstacle Evaluations.
General Duties -  Provide input into training requirements and conduct training for Annex 14 and Annex 15 (eTOD) Obstacle Assessments for identified personnel;  Provide input into Obstacle Evaluator section budgeting requirements;  Identify manpower and training requirements as per CAR 178.02.3(1), in conjunction with the Head Aeronautical Information Management and System;  Collaborate with the Flight Procedure Designers in aspects of their work that require Obstacle evaluations;  Amendments, Maintenance and Input to internal Quality Assurance procedures concerning Obstacle Evaluations in accordance with ISO 9001:2015;  Accountable to Head Aeronautical Information Management and System as applicable completing projects in compliance with defined projected timescales;  Effective Office Management and personnel resources.
 
Minimum requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  •  Aeronautical Obstacle Assessment Course or Flight Procedure Design/PANS-OPS course
  • Grade 12 with Mathematics and Science.
  • AIS Core Content Course
 
Minimum Experience
  •  Minimum 2 years experience in Aeronautical Obstacle Assessment
 
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
 
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.
 
People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the EE Plan.

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​AERODROME & APPROACH ATC (ATCO3) (OPEN AD)
Listing reference: atns_000510
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Others: Transport and Logistics
Location: Johannesburg
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
 
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of ATCO3 (Peromnes Grade 9) based at FAOR and FACT Cape Town. The successful applicants will be reporting to the Pool Manager: Tower & Approach FAOR or FACT. Purpose ATNS is seeking candidates to be responsible for the provision of Tower & Approach Procedural and Radar Air Traffic Control Services at FAOR and FACT and to prevent collisions between aircrafts; to maintain an orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic; to provide aircraft with advice and information for the safe and efficient conduct of flight; to render an alerting service to aircraft in distress and assist agencies involved in Search and Rescue as appropriate. To ensure that a particular service is provided in a safe and expeditious manner, in accordance with Company policy and ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices (SARP’s), to meet and satisfy the reasonable requirements of the aviation community.
 
Job description
Major Activities
Performance Management - Maintain own proficiency / validation for the rating held; Maintain valid medical (Class 3); Complete a minimum of two performance assessments annually. (Continuation training);  Comply with published duty rosters and by being available for call out duties when required;  Comply with the Quality Management System (ISO), the Safety Management System (SMS), local Station Standing Instructions (SSIs), ATNS Directives and Procedures and the Civil Aviation Regulations and Technical Standards (CATS & CARS).
Air Traffic Service Delivery - The control by CNS in accordance with prescribed standards, procedures and practices (SARP’s), air traffic within that airspace for which he/she is responsible, in order to ensure a safe orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic, information provision and appropriate assistance where required; Provide an AREA Control Service and Flight Information Service (FIS) as per local SSI’s, ICAO SARP’s, SOP’s, applicable legislation by:  Setting-up and checking the surveillance, were appropriate, navigation and communication equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure optimum performance and serviceability; Preventing collision between aircraft; Expediting and maintaining a safe and orderly flow of air traffic; Providing advice and information useful to the safe and efficient conduct of flights; Controlling traffic within the designated airspace by complying with separation standards; Coordinating relevant air traffic with applicable other ATSU’s / sectors / Control positions; Maintaining, in the approved manner, an electronic flight progress display of all aircraft under his/her direct control to ensure co-ordination and sequencing of air movements; Rendering all possible assistance to aircraft in emergency or distress in order to enhance the chances of successful completion of the flight. (Including alerting and assisting agencies involved in Search and Rescue. Note:  This constitutes SAR co-ordination until relieved by specific units); Reporting incidents and accidents and completing relevant documentation; Providing aircraft with meteorological and other information for the safe and efficient conduct of flight (also implying the rendering of a Flight Information Service to aircraft in Class G airspace); Maintaining a continuous watch on the assigned communication channels and remaining in the control position until properly relieved, thereby ensuring continuity of operations; Relaying equipment, facilities and navigation aid serviceability reports and navigational warnings to aircraft in the air and / or the appropriate authorities and initiating NOTAM action as required, thus ensuring knowledge of current system status to all concerned. This includes the appropriate administration associated with these functions; Complying with procedures detailed in Station Standing Instructions, particularly those pertaining to: Opening and closing operating positions; Taking over an operating position; Unserviceable equipment and facilities; Special procedures. Provide On The Job Training Instruction where suitable qualified and perform DE duties as applicable; Maintaining own medical and proficiency standards in order to remain validated in all the required operating positions;  Maintaining all associated and required operational administration current and in compliance with Company demand and SOPS.
 
Minimum requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • A valid Aerodrome and Approach Procedural and Radar Rating
 
Minimum Experience
  • At least Two (2) years’ experience as an Aerodrome and Approach Controller
 
 If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
 
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998, are encouraged to apply.
 
 People with disabilities and females are encouraged to apply.
 
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​FLIGHT PROCEDURE SPECIALIST (OPEN AD)
Listing reference: atns_000509
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 September 2025
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Planning
Location: Bedfordview
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
 
Introduction
Applications are invited for the position of Flight Procedure Specialist (Grade 8) based at Bruma. The successful applicants will be reporting to the Chief Designer. Purpose To conceptualise, design and develop safe, efficient, effective and environmentally considerate Instrument Flight Procedures in accordance with ICAO DOC 8168 Volume I and II and Annex 6 criteria. Draft Airspace and Aeronautical charting, on behalf of both internal and external customers to ATNS. Liaison and Project management in consultation with the client.
 
Job description
Major Activities
Flight Procedures Data Input and Management - Provision of technical advice during the URS consultation process;  Production of conceptual designs in preparation for and during the URS consultation process;  Facilitating the sourcing of data relevant to procedure design;  Processing of raw data for incorporation into design environment;  Initializing and preparation of the design environment as required by FPS utilizing correct, verified data;  Facilitate the production of conceptual design charts for stakeholder consultation;  Assist Charting Specialist in the preparation of base drawings for charting purposes;  Ensuring timeous delivery of projects through monitoring and updating of project managers; Collate and document all relevant information/data associated with the design of flight procedures as part of the preparation of the Procedure Design Package in accordance with SACAA MOP’s Annexure C.
 Flight Procedures and Airspace Design - Design Flight Procedures and Airspace as per AP005, including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and ICAO DOC 9906 Vol I and ICAO DOC 9613 criteria accepting responsibility and accountability that designs are produced in accordance with the relevant criteria and the SACAA Manual of Procedures, that designs are compliant for the safe operation of aircraft;  Adherence to South African Civil Aviation Regulations;  Production of Design drawings;  Production of detailed Flight Procedure Design reports, tabulations, textual descriptions and supplementary information;  Production of Calculation records;  Consultation, co-ordination and liaison with clients;  Ensuring compliance with NEMPAA and other environmental considerations;  Verification of flight procedure designs;  Conduct research into new technology, Instrument Flight Procedure developments and Aeronautical Navigation advancements;  Remain knowledgeable with respect to all ICAO developments in flight procedure design and AIM;  Maintain documentation as per ISO and ATNS filing system;  Provision of technical advice and input to the airspace design function;  Provision of accountable advice and input to internal or external stakeholders regarding new, existing, amended or suspended instrument flight procedures;  Preparation of information regarding flight procedure design activities within ATNS at workshops;  Developing investigative reports for Management or the Safety and Regulations Section;  Provide professional advice into the development of relative Civil Aviation Legislation.
 Obstacle Evaluations - Conduct obstacle Obstacle/s Assessments against Flight Procedures including ICAO DOC 8168 Vol II and Annex 14; Creation of Annex 14 assessment and evaluation report including decision to recommend obstacle/s or not;  Maintain documentation as per ISO and ATNS filing system.
 
 General Duties - Provide input into PANS-OPS section budgeting requirements;  Provide input into PANS-OPS section training requirements;  Provision of OJT training to internal and external FPS trainees;  Maintenance of training records for FPS trainees;  Effective Office Management and personnel resources;  Aeronautical Information Management Exchange Database utilization/updating/population;  Amendments, Maintenance and Input to internal Quality Assurance procedures concerning flight procedure design in accordance with ISO Standards;  Accountable to Principal Flight Procedure Specialist or Senior Manager: ATM as applicable concerning the completion of projects in compliance with defined projected timescales;  Facilitation and assistance with FPS Software related matters, including software support.
 
Minimum requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • Grade 12
  • Basic PANS-OPS Course including On-The-Job Training;
  • Advanced PANS-OPS Course in line with ICAO requirements. 
 
Minimum Experience
  • Completed Flight Procedure Specialist On-the-job training programme.
 
 
Interested applicants are requested to register their CV’s and apply at https://atns.ci.hr/by no later than 30 September 2025.
 
If you have not been contacted within 3 weeks of the closing date of this advert, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
 
ATNS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to achieve a diverse workforce broadly representative of our people. This position will be filled in line with the objectives of ATNS’ Employment Equity Plan and therefore candidates from designated groups as per the Employment Equity Act of 1998 are encouraged to apply.
 
People living with disabilities will be given preference in line with the EE Plan.
 
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