London Southend Airport

Air Traffic Controller

Southend-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom (city only)

On-site · Salaried, full-time

First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026

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Our Air Traffic Services team play an essential part in maintaining the safe, orderly and expeditious flow of air traffic at our airport. London Southend Airport is one of the only London Airports within the controlled airspace that provides both Radar and Tower services on site. As an Air Traffic Controller at LSA you will make sure that aircrafts are always safe in our airspace, on the ground and within the manoeuvring areas. All while working in line with regulatory standards.
We bet you’re thinking “so what is it I will actually be doing day to day?” well….

I will organise and control air traffic arriving, departing, and flying in the vicinity of London Southend Airport
I will control both aircraft and vehicles on the manoeuvring area.
I will be responsible for providing an alerting service to airfield and external agencies.
I will produce and publish meteorological reports in line with CAP782.
I will be responsible for the selection of airfield lighting in accordance with CAP168.
I will fully embody the Airports ‘One Team’ culture and understand that there may be times when I am required to undertake other activities to support the needs of the business.
I understand that the Airport is in operation 24/7 so I may be scheduled and expected to work any shift during operating hours, this will include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and bank holidays

Sounds good so far? You’re probably wondering “What skills and experience do I need for this role?”
This is a critical role within our airport, therefore there are some very specific qualifications and experience you must hold in order to undertake the duties:

Hold a valid Air Traffic Controller Licence issued by the UK CAA.
Hold UK CAA Aerodrome Control Rating and Endorsement
Able to meet the CAA Medical Standard (if you don’t already hold a current CAA Medical Certificate).

Although the following are not essential, we would love it if you also:

Have UK CAA Approach Surveillance Rating and Endorsement
Have UK CAA Approach Procedural Rating and Endorsement
Have OJTI/EXM Endorsements
Have Meteorological Observers Certificate

If you require any reasonable adjustments regarding these points, please talk to us during the interview process.
Benefits Now that you understand the role and possess all the necessary skills, we would like to share more about our outstanding benefits package. We take great pride in these offerings, as they are designed with the wellbeing and job satisfaction of every colleague in mind! Here’s a small insight into some of our amazing benefits.

Apprenticeships – we are proud to offer our colleagues the opportunity to gain valuable qualifications from level 3 through to level 7 (Master’s Degree Level) all whilst being at work. These courses are fully funded and available in a huge variety of disciplines.
Medicash - London Southend Airport fund cover for all airport colleagues. Giving colleagues access to virtual GP & Physio appointments, access to the Skin Vision app, several retail discounts, and with our bespoke healthcare cash plan, you can claim back what you spend on your everyday health expenses.
Discounted BUPA dental plan
Access to a Wellbeing app containing amazing features such as a mood tracker, live chat or telephone counselling service.
Employee Assistance Programme to confidentially support and provide advice and guidance to our colleagues with all health and legal related issues.
‘My Gym Discounts’ giving up to 25% off memberships with over 3,800 gyms throughout the UK.
Mental Health First Aiders - We are extremely proud to have qualified and experienced mental health first aiders working fulltime at London Southend Airport who are on hand to provide colleagues with support.
Cycle to Work Scheme giving a saving of up to 21-39%RRP on bikes and accessories
Costco Membership scheme.
World Duty Free Discount.
Arriva buses discounts.

Sound good? Hit that apply button, we can’t wait to hear from you!