Bursary - Aeronautical Information Management Officer (AIMO)
Listing reference: atns_000250
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 28 February 2023
Position summary
Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
Job category: Matriculants/Graduate/No Experience
Contract: Fixed Term Contract
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: Yes
Introduction
AIMO’s are located in a unit that works with information collected from a wide range of sources and without this information aircraft will not be able to navigate their path safely and ATCOs (Air Traffic Control Officers) will not be able to give correct information to pilots as they take off, during flight and landing of aircraft. AIMO’s needs to ensure the processing and distribution of aeronautical information necessary for safety, regularity and efficiency of air navigation, is done accurately.
Job description
The training bursary provides each bursar with an opportunity to conduct their studies at the ATNS Aviation Training Academy (ATA) based in Bonaero Park, Johannesburg.
The following is offered as part of the bursary programme:
· Accommodation, on a sharing basis, at a guest lodge arranged by the ATNS ATA
· Transport to and from the ATNS ATA, as per study and practical requirements
· Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily
· A monthly allowance
· 10 days of non-academic activities as determined by the study programme co-ordinator
Selection Process
1. Personality Assessment
· The personality assessment will show us the likelihood of you being able to do well in the specific role and is the first step in the process.
2. Ability testing (various tests at different stages)
· Candidates identified for the ATSO bursary will need to take the following tests:
o English reading and comprehension skills
o Mathematical problem solving
o Detail perception
o Spatial reasoning
o Diagramming (following instructions using diagram)
3. Candidates meeting the required assessment criteria will be invited to a panel interview.
4. Upon successful completion of all the above, candidates may be offered a bursar contract.
Bursary Programme Outline
· After successful placement on the programme the bursar is placed on a fixed term contract.
· No longer eligible for company accommodation, transport and so on.
· Medical aid and pension are not provided as benefits during this contract period.
Placement is subject to availability of vacancies and will be in line with ATNS’ Recruitment Policy. Applicants must be willing to relocate.
Please note: If you apply for a bursary and do not hear from ATNS 30 days after application, please consider your application 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 will be given preference in line with the Employment Equity Plan.
People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Minimum requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a minimum of 18-years-old for commencement of the Bursary
- Have Grade 12 with pure Mathematics and English (HG D or SG C or level 4 upwards)
- Be a South African citizen
