SPECIALIST - FLEXIBLE USE OF AIRSPACE
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
Major Activities
Flexible Use of Airspace – Receiving and analyzing the requirements from clients for the flexible and effective use of airspace. Negotiating with various Air Traffic Control Units for utilization of the required airspace. Ensuring equitable utilization of available airspace. Respond to clients with approvals / non-approvals / additional requirements for usage of the required airspace. Keeping record of all received and approved/not approved requests. Negotiating airspace usage for special events, e.g. air shows, etc. Participating and supporting the Central Airspace Management Unit in requesting the AIP (aeronautical information package) SUPP and Notice to Airman (NOTAM). Operate the TOPSKY radar system to plot the area of operation for the ATCs, and the ANAIS flight plan database to track the NOTAM and/or flight plan. Conducting post flexible use of airspace utilization (FUA) event analysis and report writing. Ensuring formal training of staff. Acting as Watch Manager: FUA when required |
Airport Management Centre (AMC) - Compiling and distributing daily operational plans to relevant AMC representatives. Identifying events affecting ATNS and update relevant AMC systems accordingly. Identifying events that require a collaborative decision-making process together with relevant Airport Management Centre representatives and implementing action plans to resolve event. Making decisions on behalf of ATNS at AMC level. Monitoring the overall performance of ATNS with respect to process quality, punctuality and
continuous improvement. Participating in delay management process when required
Air Traffic Flow Management – Collecting information for Strategic, Pre-Tactical, and Tactical Flow Management. Interpreting weather conditions and the effect thereof on air traffic and advise relevant Air Traffic Control units of predicted adverse weather conditions in relation to traffic demand. Compiling and distributing the Demand Forecast/Daily Airspace Plan. Distributing Traffic advisory and Flow Control Messages to affected ATC sectors/units. Operating air traffic flow management (ATFM) tools. |
Integrated Aeronautical Information Package – Updating the CAMU South African Integrated Aeronautical Information Package (IAIP).Reviewing and updating the Letter Of Procedures relative to Flexible Use of Airspace |
Minimum requirements
· Valid and current ATSO/AIMO ATS rating, i.e.: Completed ATS Core Content or ATS Rating Course
· Minimum 5 years’ experience in Air Traffic Services operations
