A job that makes a difference

 

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The most visible part of aviation in New Zealand are the aircraft flying around our skies. For the most part, these aircraft are controlled by Air Traffic Controllers (ATC's) working in towers around the country and the radar centre (Christchurch), although airspace in NZ is made up of both controlled and uncontrolled airspace.

Selection Overview

How to become an ATC

Choosing to train as an ATC is a great decision, and the first step towards a truly rewarding career. On this page you'll find a range of useful information about what's required to become an ATC, such as intake dates, the location and duration of ATC training, and the associated fees. For your convenience you can also submit your application online.

Please note that this training is for New Zealand Residents only.

Airways Air Traffic Control Recruitment Programme

 

Applications are now open APPLY HERE

We will advise you if your application meets our entry criteria within fourteen days following your application.

How the selection process works

 

 

 

 

The Occupational Personality Questionnaire (OPQ)

Applicants who successfully pass the initial application process will be asked to complete a simple on-line Occupational Personality Questionnaire (OPQ).

The OPQ must be completed as soon as possible after you receive it via email.

Testing Sessions

Once the OPQ is completed, candidates with the best overall "fit" for the role will be invited to a testing session.

The testing session involves completing 5 aptitude tests to ascertain if you have the cognitive ability to do the job, e.g. can you visualise how objects will look when moving in three dimensions?

You will need to be available for 4 hours at one of the sites listed. Once you are sent the dates for testing you will need to confirm your availability with us as soon as possible.

Testing sessions will occur in:

• Auckland
• Wellington
• Christchurch

Assessment Centre

Candidates who successfully complete the testing and have the key skills required, will be invited to an Assessment Centre in Christchurch.

New Zealand travel and accommodation (if required) costs are covered by Airways.

Acceptance

Successful candidates are offered a place on our course within days of the completion of the Assessment Centre process.

Please note that this training is for New Zealand Residents only.

Click here to apply to Train to become an Air Traffic Controller

 

Trainee ATC Quick Links

 

 

Tales From the Tower

Alice Palmer

Alice Palmer is living proof that complaining about your job can change your life! Alice was working at an entry-level government job in Wellington.
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Karen Bradley

Karen Bradley has traded apertures for aircraft with the help of Airways New Zealand.
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