AIR TRAFFICE ASSISTANT – GUYANA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

VACANCY 

GUYANA CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY

Air Traffic Control Assistant

The Guyana Civil Aviation Authority invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the post of Air Traffic Control Assistant

ROLE

To assist Air Traffic Controllers, while being based within any of the Air Traffic Services Units, by undertaking a range of tasks and responsibilities, applying the necessary procedures and methods; including, collecting, verifying and validating aeronautical data. Ensuring the highest quality of service is supplied for the safety, regularity and efficiency of Civil Aviation both nationally and internationally. Close coordination and cooperation with related units and agencies and support of Air Traffic Controllers in their tasks are central to the role.

AGE: 19-26 years

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS and EXPERIENCE

• At least five (5) subjects from the CXC/GCE examinations inclusive of Mathematics and English language with passes ranging from grades 1 to 3 for CXC and Grades A to C for GCE. Passes in
Geography and Physics will be viewed as an asset.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize computers and related technology efficiently.
• Prior knowledge of aviation would also be an asset.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL

Personal Characteristics

• Self-starter with strong ambitions and dedication. Also, a motivator for team members.
• Team player and respecting team’s values.
• Respect time and personal commitments of others.
• A good listener and proactive in dealing with issues.
• Be vigilant and give proper feedback as and when required.
• The ability to establish connections with persons and agencies.
• High level of integrity, motivation and drive to achieve results.
• Good analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administrative skills such as decision making, organizing and planning. Ability to work
methodically, accurately, calmly and perform non-routine tasks under pressure and time constraints

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist the Air Traffic Controller in the execution of his/her duties in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist in the coordination of flight plans and flight safety messages between air traffic control facilities.
• Assist in the preparation of flight strips and their transfer (if necessary) between control positions.
• Assist in the preparation of Log Entries and Reports.
• Ensure the timely distribution and dissemination of aeronautical information essential to the safety and
regularity of air navigation both locally and internationally.

REMUNERATION

Attractive packages will be offered during and after the period of site-specific training.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Successful applicants will have to undergo a period of site-specific training.
• Twenty-four (24) hours shift system, eight (8) hours per shift. It is the responsibility of the GCAA’s Management to provide you with the resources for expected optimum output.
• Office and technical facility conditions
• Requires most work to be done on a computer with lots of reading.