Manager - ATM Planning and Technology Adoption
Position summary
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Job description
ATM Planning - Identify, determine and quantify the ATM/cns system and technology needs for incorporation into system planning. Analyse current airport and airspace capacities and future traffic growth, as well as related ATM system requirements and developments. Provide technical advice and input into airspace design. Identify and undertake research and development projects where required that will advance the operations safety objectives of ATNS. Research and benchmark ATM/cns new and emerging technologies in the global aviation industry. Identify, define and undertake research and development projects that will advance Airspace Management goals and objectives within ATNS. Participate in and contribute to appropriate ICAO regional and international planning meetings and SADC forums that will advance ATNS’ position. Provide technical leadership and guidance in ICAO, CANSO, SADC and other appropriate planning groups, sub-groups, working groups and task forces. Identify conflicts with airspace control requests and facilitates airspace integration/de-confliction utilising appropriate automation tools. Provide inputs into the development of relevant Civil Aviation Legislation. Provide specialist advice to ATNS and third parties. Represent ATNS at local stakeholder forums. Develop, maintain, manage and continuously review policies, processes, procedures and SLAs. Ensure the availability of up to date and accurate ATM Planning statistics and data that enables business decision making. Participate in ensuring compliance in NEMPAA and other environmental considerations.
Technology Adoption - Ensure operational readiness for new technology adoption through effective change management, training, and process alignment for embedment in the Operational environment. Contribute to Air Traffic Management system developments and improvements to enable the future readiness of ATNS for the ongoing provision of effective and efficient air traffic service. Prepare plans, processes, procedures and both a safety and a business case for introducing new technologies into the operations environment. Identify and undertake research and development projects where required that will advance the operations safety objectives of ATNS. Lead the assessment and operational application of new ATM processes and procedures
Strategic Alignment - Provide ATM Planning and technology adoption inputs and insights into the long-term Operations strategy. Contribute to the development, implementation and management of the Operations strategy aligned to the business strategy of ATNS. Lead operational readiness projects for ATM Planning to enable new technology adoption.
Governance, Measurement, Compliance, Risk Management & Reporting - Develop, implement and manage a robust governance framework for the function. Ensure all operational risks are identified and appropriately assessed, mitigated and managed. Accountable for overall progress, reporting and completion of projects, DOT KPI’s and client service requests as per contracted agreements Maintain records of all documentation for audits and SMS for the respective areas. Ensure compliance with all relevant ICAO SARPS, CARS and CATS requirements.Stakeholder Relations Management – Build effective relationships with relevant functions to drive efficient and effective service delivery within the ATM Planning and Technology Adoption function, and ensure sound relations with all stakeholders.
Financial Management - Manage expenditure in line with business priorities and objectives, and within approved financial parameters. Participate in the development, utilisation and management of the ATM Planning and Technology Adoption operational budget. Ensure effective management of operational costs to enable efficient utilisation of financial resources. Ensure compliance to the financial policies and procedures applicable in ATNS.
People Management - Manage employees in accordance with HC policies. Ensure the availability of skilled and competent staff within ATM Planning and Technology adoption in order to meet the current and future performance requirements of the department. Conduct departmental pipeline planning to ensure available, fully compliant and competent resources at the required time
Minimum requirements
· Air traffic control qualification (aerodrome control, or approach control, or area control)
· Performance-based Navigation (PBN2) Advanced Course or equivalent
· Tertiary qualification in Management / Leadership
· Minimum 5 years of experience in air traffic management of which at least 3 years must be at a managerial level.
· Project management experience will be an advantage
Interested applicants are requested to register their CV’s and apply on https://atns.ci.hr/ by no later than 25 September 2026.
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 are encouraged to apply