Register Your Interest: Trainee Air Traffic Controller

If you’re curious about this unique and rewarding career, you can register your interest today and be the first to know when our next recruitment campaign launches.

A Career Like No Other

Step into a role that puts you at the centre of Australia’s aviation network—an Air Traffic Controller truly is a guardian of the sky.

By registering your interest, you’ll stay connected with Airservices Australia and receive:

• Insights into a day in the life of an Air Traffic Controller
• Information on role requirements and career pathways
• Early notifications of upcoming recruitment campaigns—so you’re ready to apply when opportunities open

Why Consider This Career?

Paid, Industry-Leading Training
Earn a salary while completing your training in Melbourne or Christchurch—no student debt, just practical experience from day one.

Strong Earning Potential
On successful qualification, step into a six-figure salary and a career with long-term growth.

Nationally Recognised Qualification
Gain the AVI50115 Diploma of Aviation (Air Traffic Control), delivered by industry experts.

Work with Advanced Technology
Use cutting-edge radar and communication systems to safely manage aircraft across Australia’s skies.

About Airservices Australia

Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for managing 11% of the world’s airspace, along with aviation rescue and firefighting services at major airports.

We’re proud of our inclusive, diverse workforce and are committed to maintaining one of the safest aviation systems in the world. We encourage people from all backgrounds to consider this career—even if aviation has never been on your radar before.

What You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive salary during and after training
• Generous superannuation
• Career pathways across leadership, safety, training and more
• Wellness programs and gym facilities at operational centres (Melbourne and Brisbane)
• A supportive, inclusive culture focused on safety, trust, and respect

About You

Diversity is at the heart of what we do—we welcome individuals from all backgrounds, with no prior aviation experience required.”

Are you:

• Resilient, calm under pressure, and solutions-focused?
• Able to multitask and think ahead?
• A reliable team player who can adapt to new challenges?

Who Can Register Interest?

To be eligible, you must:

• Be at least 17 years old (18 before completing initial training)
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or an Australian permanent resident
• Have completed Year 12 (or hold a Diploma or higher qualification)

Want to Learn More?

• Check out our videos about this amazing career!
• For detailed information on eligibility criteria, recruitment process, timeframes, testing, training, salary, and FAQs, please visit Frequently asked questions - Airservices (airservicesaustralia.com).
• For detailed information on the training of the Diploma of Aviation (AVI50115), delivered by Airservices RTO(5168) please refer to this link Diploma of Aviation (Air Traffic Control).

Submit your expression of interest today and we’ll keep you informed when applications open.