This post sits in the air traffic services team at Highlands and Islands Airports Limited, supporting the air traffic control officers. The work is to keep aircraft moving safely and in order in the air and on the ground. After full training, the post-holder gives flight information and meteorological information to pilots on approach and taxiing. Shift work and on-call duties are part of the role, and fit depends on holding a medical declaration and completing the AFISO and meteorological courses.
What the job involves
- Assist air traffic control officers to keep aircraft moving safely and in order in the air and on the ground
- Provide aerodrome flight information services to aircraft after full training
- Provide meteorological information to aircraft approaching and manoeuvring on the airfield
- Work shifts and on-call duties, including out-of-hours call-outs
- Complete ongoing training and competency checks
What’s required
Registration & licences
- Valid medical declaration
- AFISO licence and associated examinations
- Meteorological observing course
Skills & knowledge
- Strong attention to detail and concentration under pressure
- Excellent communication with a clear voice and good listening
- Competent computer user, including a Flight Management System
Checks & eligibility
- Full and current driving licence
Other
- Able to organise and prioritise tasks on own initiative
- Flexible about hours to work shifts and on-call duties
Nice to have
- Gaelic language skills
What’s offered
- AFISO allowance of £2,846 a year once qualified
- MET allowance of £1,574 a year once qualified
- On-call allowance of £24.78 per shift
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Company pension
- Employee assistance programme
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
