AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER
Looking for a new challenge, want to work in a scenic ATC Tower and Approach environment and the opportunity to earn a competitive salary? Then consider joining the ATC team at City of Derry Airport which serves as the main gateway to the Northwest of Ireland
About the role
We routinely recruit qualified and experienced, Air Traffic Controllers to join our team. You will be responsible for providing a Tower and Procedural Approach service in both class C and G airspace in a safe, orderly expeditious manner.
Requirements
You can apply if you:
• Hold an Air Traffic Controller Licence issued by the UK CAA, and
• Hold UK CAA Aerodrome Control Rating and Endorsement, and
• Are able to meet the CAA UK Class 3 Medical Standard, and
•Have an ICAO English Language Proficiency Certificate at Level 5 or higher.
Other Requirements
Successful applicants will be required to successfully complete AccessNI checks and to provide a 5-year work / training / education reference history.
It would be an advantage if you also:
•Have UK CAA Approach Procedural Rating and Endorsement
•Have UK Met Office Meteorological Observer Certificate
Find out more
Full details of the job and application process can be obtained from the Human Resources Department by emailing: Liz.Hughes@cityofderryairport.com or by downloading the information below.
Please send completed applications via Post or Email to the HR Department.
Closing date for this post is Friday 28th July at 12:00noon. The post may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.
We look forward to hearing from you soon.
What we offer
We can offer you a great working environment within a small team who are driven and excited to see our airport succeed.
We offer a competitive salary package based on licencing and endorsements held.
The salary will rise upon successful unit endorsement at CoDA of the ADI/TWR and APP ratings.
12 months following successful unit endorsement salary will rise to top of the salary scale.
• A flexible relocation package depending on your requirements.
• You will have access to our on-site gym for your personal use.
• CoDA provides loss of licence Insurance.
• Company Pension Scheme
• Death in Service Cover
• Sick pay
• Store discount (in the airport shop located in the Departure Area)
• Private Healthcare (Immediate family members may be added to this plan at competitive rates).
Training Bond
A training bond will be required for controllers joining without the UK CAA Approach Procedural Rating.
City of Derry Airport is an Equal Opportunity Employer
PERMANENT PASSENGER SERVICES OFFICER
Up to 37 HOURS PER WEEK
Casual and shorter hours positions available
Have you ever wanted to work in an airport?
Would you enjoy helping passengers on their journey?
Are you flexible with your time?
Then come and join our team.
As part of the Customer Services Team, you will be trained in a variety of roles within the Department.
On the Customer Services Desk, you will greet everyone in a friendly manner and answer their queries, whilst keeping an eye on customers accessing the car park.
You will check passengers and their baggage in, allocate their seat and check travel documents
You will escort passengers to and from the aircraft and assist those passengers with mobility needs
Applicants must possess 4 GCSEs to Grade C or above, or possess an equivalent qualification
and
Have two years customer services experience.
Are you interested?
Complete your application form and forward to gerard.mccloskey@cityofderryairport.com.
Completed application forms must be returned by Friday 21st July 2023 at 12.00noon.
City of Derry Airport is an Equal Opportunity Employer
APPRENTICE AIRSIDE AGENT
Brief Outline of Duties:
- Responsible to the Airside & Fire Duty Manager for Operational Duties
- Crew and operate Apron Services vehicles and equipment.
- Provide marshalling instructions to aircraft on parking, start up and pushback.
- Position steps, passenger guidance systems and assist in the safe disembarkation/embarkation of passengers and airline crew(s).
- Render assistance to Persons with Restricted Mobility (PRM)
- Operate the ‘Triple A’ Security Procedures including Bingo Card reconciliation system as directed by Department for Transport (DfT) policy.
- Operate vehicle and hand transceivers.
- Read destination luggage tags to ensure that all luggage is assigned correctly by destination in both aircraft loading and luggage sort area.
- Conduct Foreign Objects Debris (FOD) patrols; operate FOD mat, runway sweeper.
- Assist in aircraft de-icing duties, in Snow clearance and runway de-icing duties.
- Loading, off-loading and sorting of baggage, freight, catering supplies, ballast.
- Carry out Air and Landside general maintenance duties.
- Carry out Aircraft refuelling duties including fuel delivery, fuel receipts, and all test and inspections.
Essential:
- Aged 18-24 years
- GCSE Grade C in Maths and English or recognised equivalent.
- Available to work for a minimum of 37 hours per week.
- Must undergo and pass a criminal conviction check.
- Hold a current full clean driving licence.
- Good computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Word.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be able to work well in pressurised environments.
- Able to work well in a team.
- Reliable/punctual.
- Ability to follow instructions and use initiative.
- Good work ethic.
Desirable:
- To be considered for this role please complete the attached application form.
- Skills: Hard working; Ability to follow instructions; Teamwork.
*Renumeration: During the 12 month apprenticeship period and based on age, candidates
will be paid the age-appropriate national living wage.
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship and offer of a permanent position,
the salary would increase to £21,125 per annum.
To register your interest or submit your application, please contact:
Catherine at Global Horizon Skills:
Tel: 07850 661971
Email: catherine@ghskills.com
Closing Date – Wednesday 9th August 2023 by 4pm.
APPRENTICE FIREFIGHTER / AIRPORT HAND
COMBINED ROLE
Brief Outline of Duties / Responsibilities Fire:
- Responsible to the Airside & Fire Duty Manager for Operational Duties
- Maintaining an efficient response to all emergencies
- Driving and operating all appliances and equipment
- Undertaking training and re-qualification to maintain competence as required by company standards and regulatory requirements
- Crewing the Watch room and implementing emergency procedures in the event of an emergency situation
Brief Outline of Duties / Responsibilities Airport Operations:
- Snow clearance and de-icing duties
- Wildlife Hazard Management
- Carry out airfield maintenance
- Carry out runway visual range readings
- Operation of vehicle transceivers
- Carry out airfield and lighting inspections
- Carry out marshalling duties
- Assist with aircraft turnaround
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential:
- Aged 18-24 years (applicants must be aged 18+ as there are licenses’ to be achieved as part of the process which have that stipulation)
- GCSE Grade C in Maths and English or recognised equivalent.
- Available to work for a minimum of 37 hours per week.
- Must undergo and pass a criminal conviction check.
- Must be able to pass a medical to the standard ‘Medical Guidelines for the Fire & Rescue Service’.
- Must be able to swim.
- Hold a current accredited RQF/QCF (Level 2 Minimum) First Aid Qualification (certificate must have been issued within the last 18 months)
- Hold a current full clean driving licence.
- Good computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Word.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Be able to work well in pressurised environments.
- Able to work well in a team.
- Reliable/punctual.
- Ability to follow instructions and use initiative.
- Good work ethic.
Desirable:
- Hold an accredited Health & Safety qualification.
- All shortlisted candidates must complete a series of tests including a fitness test.
- To be considered for this role please complete the attached application form.
- Skills: Hard working; Ability to follow instructions; Teamwork.
*Renumeration: During the 12 month apprenticeship period and based on age, candidates
will be paid the age-appropriate national living wage.
Following successful completion of the 12 month apprenticeship and offer of a
permanent position, the salary would increase to £25,349 per annum.
To register your interest or submit your application, please contact:
Catherine at Global Horizon Skills:
Tel: 07850 661971
Email: catherine@ghskills.com
Closing Date – Wednesday 9th August 2023 by 4pm.
