Air Traffic Controller - Dubai (DXB & DWC)
Role Overview
DFS Aviation Services is seeking qualified Tower/Aerodrome or Approach Air Traffic Controllers for its Dubai team.
Selected candidates will manage air traffic services to ensure safe, orderly, and efficient aircraft movement within assigned areas.
The role is based at Dubai International Airport or Al Maktoum International Airport.
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Role Overview
DFS Aviation Services is seeking qualified Tower/Aerodrome or Approach Air Traffic Controllers for its Dubai team.
Selected candidates will manage air traffic services to ensure safe, orderly, and efficient aircraft movement within assigned areas.
The role is based at Dubai International Airport or Al Maktoum International Airport.
Responsibilities
- Manage air traffic flow and provide slot allocation information to avoid congestion.
- Coordinate with adjacent air traffic control units, UAE military, Airside Operations, and other external agencies.
- Follow regularity reporting of safety incident requirements with accurate and complete information.
- Contribute to a trust-based safety culture that encourages reporting of safety-related issues.
Qualifications
- Validated ATC Licence with an Aerodrome/Tower or Approach Radar rating is required.
- Three years of experience exercising the relevant rating at a major international airport is preferred.
- Comprehensive knowledge of ATC procedures and standards is required.
- Knowledge of aviation safety management systems is required.
- At least ICAO Level 4 English proficiency is required.
- Valid Class 3 ATC Medical Certificate is required.
Benefits
- The employer offers a competitive salary package, annual airfare allowance, school-cost contributions, medical insurance, and life insurance.
- The role includes shift models, working hours, and leave entitlement designed to support work-life balance.
- Assessments of Previous Competency will take place in Dubai throughout 2026.
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