Cost controller Jobs in Vaughan, ON

Job Summary

At NAV CANADA, we are experts in navigating Canada’s skies. Helping pilots safely cross 18 million square kilometres of Canadian and North Atlantic airspace is what we do. Operating out of air traffic control towers, Air Traffic Controllers (Airport/Aerodrome Controllers) provide pilots clearances and instructions to maintain separation from other aircraft during takeoff and landing. Their job is to maintain a safe and orderly flow of air traffic within a defined airspace surrounding the airport, referred to as a “control zone”, as well as on the ground on runways and taxiways.

We’re making NAV CANADA a place where everyone truly belongs, where everyone thrives and where everyone is heard. To do that, we want to work with as many different types of people as possible.

If you’d love to shape the future of air navigation, we are currently seeking one (1) Airport/Aerodrome Air Traffic Controller to work within the Toronto City Centre Tower located at Billy Bishop City Centre Airport, 2 Eireann Quay, Toronto, ON M5V 2R9. This is a full time, permanent opportunity.

Job Description

Why Toronto City Centre? Because downtown sophistication meets aviation innovation.

Urban aviation at its finest. Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport puts you at the center of one of Canada's most unique operational environments—managing commercial traffic, private jets, and emergency services from a downtown location. You'll develop specialized skills that set you apart in the aviation industry.

Life beyond the tower:Step off the ferry into downtown Toronto's cultural heartbeat. Catch a Jays game after your shift, explore world-class restaurants, or network with aviation industry leaders—all within walking distance. Your commute is a scenic ride most people pay to experience as tourists.

Why this matters now:As Toronto's preferred downtown airport for business aviation and regional carriers, you're positioned at the intersection of commercial aviation and urban mobility innovation. Plus, you're part of an exclusive team managing Canada's most distinctive airport operation.

Ready to make Toronto City Centre your runway to success? Keep Reading!

What NAV CANADA offers you:

• Extended Health Benefits, Dental Benefits, Sick leave benefits, Long Term Disability, Basic Life
Insurance, Business Travel Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance and Pension Plan;
• A competitive Salary between $126,292 to $182,558 CAD;
• An Air Traffic Controller ATC Premium of $12,257 CAD per year, upon successful completion of
training (ATC Premium level 6);
• A chance to grow your career with ongoing learning and development opportunities;

• An opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive team where everyone belongs;

• And relocation support to help make your transition seamless.

Think you have what it takes: To make sure we’re hiring the best possible people, our recruitment and training processes are rigorous and highly competitive. Here are some of the qualities we look for in our Air Traffic Controllers:

• Exercises sound judgment in complex situations;
• Communicates clearly in English and listens with intent;
• Brings a high level of motivation and initiative;
• Possesses strong recall and attention to detail;
• Excels in problem-solving and making effective decisions.

What you’ll do:Air Traffic Controllers provide a safe, orderly and expeditious movement of aircraft by:

• Assessing the traffic, planning traffic flow, and separating the air traffic by determining and
applying radar or non-radar separation standards;
• Issuing clearances and instructions, as well as relaying messages and pertinent information;
• Coordinating the movement of a combination of arriving and departing traffic with appropriate
control positions, sectors, specialties, centres, towers, flight service stations and flight
information centres;
• Entering information on flight data strips, electronically or in writing (unit specific), and posting
the strips on a data board;
• Operating, monitoring and adjusting telephone, radio, radar and other electronic equipment;
• Preparing and/or completing duties and requirements as specified in unit directives;
• Providing flight information and radar service as requested by VFR aircraft;
• Accommodating special users of airspace (i.e. paradrops, military missions, photo survey flights,
RPAS etc.);
• Integrating into the traffic sequence aircraft that are performing exercises which do not conform
with the normal traffic pattern (i.e. military and civilian training flights, NAV CANADA aircraft
flight checks);
• Responding to emergencies;
• Other duties as required.

Job Requirements

Education:

• Successful completion of high school or equivalent;

• Successful completion of an Airport/Aerodrome (Tower) Air Traffic Controller training program or equivalent.

Experience:

• A minimum of 3 years experience as a licensed Air Traffic Controller (Airport/Aerodrome Controller) in a complex environment;

Selection process:

• Candidates will be required to provide detailed information on Air Traffic Controller training and
work history as part of the application process as well as workplace references;
• Application information will be shared with a third-party provider which will conduct prescreening, assessments as well as reference checks.

Working conditions:

• The successful candidate must meet the security requirements of the position; The
successful candidate must have a valid Transport Canada Category 2 aviation medical and be
willing to complete a pre-employment drug test (including cannabis);
• Shift work is required.

Work arrangements:

• This position is onsite and not eligible for a flexible work arrangement.

Contact Information:

NAV CANADA, 151 Slater Street, Suite 120, Ottawa, ON K1P 5H3.
Mailing address: P.O. Box 3411 Station 'T', Ottawa, ON K1P 5L6.
Phone: 1-800-876-4693.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

At NAV CANADA, safety is our priority. We require pre-employment drug screening for all candidates offered positions designated as safety sensitive or business critical in accordance with NAV CANADA’s Drug and Alcohol policy.