(Air Traffic Control) 2.1.1 This is a training grade for university graduates in relevant fields who are required to undergo an 18-month training programme at the Nigeria College of Aviation Technology, Zaria. On completion of the course, successful candidates are required to further undergo a 12-month on-the-job training at any of the major Airports and obtain Aerodrome and Approach Diploma for Air Traffic Controllers.
(Communications) 2.1.2 This post is a professional training grade for University and Higher National Diploma graduates in Mathematics, Physics. Geography and Computer Science, to enable them on completion of the 18-month AFTN Aeronautical Communication Operation Course at the Nigeria College of Aviation Technology, Zaria. obtain a professional Diploma in AFIN Operational Procedure and Practice. Officers on successful completion of 18-month training programme will commence one year on-the-job training at any of the major airports and take up duties aimed at obtaining (the) proficiency certificate.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.1.3 Officer recruited to this grade who must possess HND or B.Sc. in Physics, Geography, Mass Communications, Journalism, Sociology, Computer Science or Mathematics from a recognized Institution, are required to undergo a twelve month basic training on the job and thereafter proceed to Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria for one year Officers’ Course.
2.2 Air Traffic Officer Grade I, Grade Level 09
(Air Traffic Control) 2.2.1 Performing routine duties under supervision. 2.2.2 Providing Air Traffic Service to aircraft on the maneuvering area of aerodrome and those operating in the aerodrome traffic zone. 2.2.3 Notifying aircraft under jurisdiction of any failure or inequality of any apparatus equipment or other services necessary for a safe conduct of any aerodrome traffic. 2.2.4 Providing flight information services 2.2.5 Inspecting airfields, including run away, taxi ways aprons to determine the suitability of the maneuvering area for aircraft operations. 2.2.6 Providing services relating to search and rescue operations. 2.2.7 Indicating NOTAM actions on all aerodrome facilities/services. 2.2.8 Making limited weather observations and reporting to pilots on weather conditions on the approach and take off paths.
(Communications) 2.2.9 Assisting in keeping records. 2.2.10 Providing air traffic services to all the aeronautical fixed stations. 2.2.11 Transmission and reception of Aeronautical messages 2.2.12 Dissemination of meteorological messages. 2.2.13 Receiving, analyzing and categorizing of all aeronautical administrative messages. 2.2.14 Responsible for collection, recording and distribution of NOTAM messages. 2.2.15 Handling all AFTN messages relating to safety of air navigation.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.2.16 Performing the function of collection of information that required NOTAM promulgation. 2.2.17 Responsible for the promulgation and distribution of NOTAM rules. 2.2.18 Receiving completed flight plans, cross checking and processing them. 2.2.19 Preparation of daily bulletins and briefing materials.
2.3 Senior Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level 10 (Air Traffic: Control) 2.3.1 Providing air traffic services to aircraft on the maneuvering area of an aerodrome and those operating in the aerodrome traffic zone. 2.3.2 Notifying aircraft under jurisdiction of any failure or irregularity of an apparatus, equipment or other services necessary for the safe conduct of any aerodrome traffic. 2.3.3 Providing flight information services 2.3.4 Inspecting airfield including runways, taxi ways and aprons to determine the suitability of the maneuvering area of aircraft operations. 2.3.5 Indicating NOTAM actions on all aerodrome facilities/services. 2.3.6 Making limited weather observations and reporting to pilots on weather conditions on the approach and take-off paths.
(Communications) 2.3.7 Disseminating meteorological messages 2.3.8 Keeping record of In-Transit-Time messages and message delay analysis (Reference (ICAO In-Trans it-Time criteria). 2.3.9 Sorting and retrieving messages and information from the computer Data Bank. 2.3.10 Processing daily out-traffic backlog statistical data 2.3.11 Categorizing AFFN messages and assigning priority indicator to them. 2.3.12 Performing data processing duties at the AFTN station’s statistics unit. 2.3.13 Operating on national AFTN circuits.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.3.14 Organizing navigational warning summaries, operational co-ordination of civil and military warnings. 2.3.15 Having supervisory responsibility for collection, recording and distribution of aeronautical information. 2.3.16 Responsible for special duties Like cartography, printing, computer programming. etc. 2.3.17 Performing other AIS technical duties like flight planning and processing.
2.4 Principal Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level 12
(Air Traffic Control) 2.4.1 Supervising aerodrome control activities and coordinating such activities as required with other ATC units to ensure effective management of the airspace. 2.4.2 Interpreting regulations to ensure conformity with ATC procedures. 2.4.3 Making recommendations on the issuance and validation of rating. 2.4.4 Handling emergencies from Control Towers. 2.4.5 Investigating reports of non-compliance with regulations and procedures and taking necessary actions. 2.4.6 Standing at watch in operating positions to maintain proficiency for the ratings held.
(Approach Control) 2.4.7 Providing standard separation in accordance with ICAO standard between controlled flights from the time and place at which: a. In-bound aircraft is released by Area Control Unit such traffic is transferred to Aerodrome control. b. Outbound aircraft is taken over from aerodrome control until such traffic is released to Area Control. c. Aircraft inbound from the flight information region comes under function and until such traffic is transferred to Aerodrome control. d. Aircraft outbound to the flight information region is taken over from aerodrome control and until such traffic is transferred to the unit. 2.4.8 Providing flight information 2.4.9 Providing flight information services to all aircraft under control. 2.4.10 Initiating overdue action on aircraft which fail to land at aerodrome under control within a specified time. 2.4.11 Participating in search and rescue operations. 2.4.12 Monitoring navigational aid and communications facilities and informing pilots about their status before clearing such aircraft to carry out instrument approaches. 2.4.13 Liaison with net office for aerodrome forces and reports. 2.4.14 Assisting in the investigation of aircraft accidents/incidents. Ensuring timely recording of aerodrome data for automatic terminal information services purposes.
(Communications) 2.4.15 Performing general supervision function on: a. AFTN Satellite Communication computer Terminals b. National and International Circuits. 2.4.16 Collating AFTN circuit service ability reports from corresponding stations. 2.4.17 Taking responsibility for the preparation of predetermined circuit responsibility list, station routing list, and updating routing directory.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.4.18 Taking responsibility for translation of aeronautical information. 2.4.19 Assisting in responsibility for collation and edition of Aeronautical 2.4.21 Information in conformity with ICAO recommended practices 2.4.21 Assisting in printing, distribution and amendment of Nigeria and foreign AIPs 2.4.22 Assisting in ‘CAT AIS Aerodrome Units 2.4.23 Supervising and assisting in training subordinates.
2.5 Assistant Chief Air Traffic: Officer, Grade Level 13
(Air Traffic: Control) 2.5.1 Coordinating the training of aerodrome control personnel 2.5.2 Ensuring that all necessary technical equipment, publications and facilities are available to aerodrome control personnel. 2.5.3 Participating in the rating and validation examination of aerodrome controllers. 2.5.4 Preparing and issuing unit orders and local knowledge questionnaires for use in aerodrome rating and validation examination. 2.5.5 Maintaining records and submitting reports on personnel, traffic activities and all phases of ATC operations as required. 2.5.6 Analyzing reports on investigations and notifying the Area Chief Controller as appropriate.
(Approach) 2.5.7 Supervising the activities of approach control and coordinating such activities to ensure effective management of the airspace. 2.5.8 Directing the approach control personnel and making recommendations on the issuance and validation of ratings 2.5.9 Supervising the training of approach control personnel and making recommendations on the issuance and validation rating 2.5.10 Ensuring adequate records of arriving, departing and over flying traffic 2.5.11 Investigating reports of non-compliance with regulations and procedures and taking necessary actions 2.5.12 Supervising AFTN operation to ensure efficiency and high productivity 2.5.13 Assisting the officer-in-charge of the station in planning and organizing aeronautical communications operations 2.5.14 Deputizing for officer-in-charge of the station 2.5.15 Preparing AFTNB statistical charts (monthly and annually) circuit outage charts percentage of circuit serviceability charts circuit traffic loading daily graphics monthly (In-Out) traffic backlog and delay statistics for the station 2.5.16 Making recommendation for the expansion, review or restructuring of the network circuit frequency equipment, changes or system modification.
(Aeronautical information Services) 2.5.17 Supervising AFI’N operation to ensure efficiency and high productivity. 2.5.18 Having responsibility for chart production and maintaining inventory of charts. 2.5.19 Supervising the printing, distribution and amendment of Nigeria and foreign AIPs. 2.5.20 Serving as Unit Control Coordinators 2.521 Translating policy letters written in French and other languages into English language and vice-versa. 2.5.22 Assisting in Category ‘B’ aerodrome units. 2.5.23 Assisting in training subordinates
2.6 Chief Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level 14
(Air Traffic Control) 2.6.1 Using the data and information presented on the radar to perform traffic control services functions and maintaining watch on the progress of air traffic in order to provide: 2.6.2. a. Improved position information regarding aircraft under control b. Supplementary information regarding other aircrafts c. Information regarding any significant deviation by aircrafts from the terms of their respective air traffic control clearance. 2.6.3 Taking charge of a Section 2.6.4 Assisting in the search for and rescue of aircraft by plotting the last position of such aircraft on radar. 2.6.5 Assisting in the provision of other services relating to search and rescue operations. 2.6.6 Ensuring that aircrafts are separated from obstacle on terrain. 2.6.7 Providing meteorological information.
(Communications) 2.6.8 Taking charge of a major AFTN Station 2.6.9 Coordinating AFIN operations 2.6.10 Compiling monthly reports of AFTN operational and telephone/billing services. 2.6.11 Supervising the preparation of duty and annual vacation leave rosters for communication personnel 2.6.12 Maintaining discipline of staff in the station. 2.6.13 Ensuring conformity with AFTN operations and telephone services. 2.6.14 Liaising with other Heads of Units for effective co-ordination of interdepartmental activities.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.6.15 Heading Category ‘B’ MS aerodrome unit 2.6.16 Supervising cartography, printing and distribution. 2.6.17 Assisting in MS Category’ A’ aerodrome unit 2.6.18 Charge of a section 2.6.19 Supervising the training programmes of staff.
2.7 Assistant Director, Grade Level 15
(Air Traffic Control) 2.7.1. Supervising the work of radar control personnel 2.7.2 Supervising the training programmes of radar control personnel. 2.7.3 Initiating the review of aerodrome policies and programmes. 2.7.4 Participating in search and rescue operations as may be required. 2.7.5 Standing as a watch in operating position(s) to maintain proficiency for the rating held 2.7.6 Taking charge of a Branch. 2.7.7 Ensuring provision of standard separation in accordance with ICAO standards. 2.7.8 Taking responsibility for aerodrome operations development planning. 2.7.9 Exchanging air traffic data with contiguous area control centres, approach control unit and aerodrome control towers under jurisdiction. 2.7.10 Providing flight information and alerting services to aircraft within the Flight Information Region (FIR). 2.7.11 Activating the Rescue Co-ordination Centre (RCC) and participating in SAR operations. 2.7.12 Taking charge of a Branch
(Communications) 2.7.13 Taking charge of a Branch 2.7.14 Keeping current and accurate records of all communications staff and their movement 2.7.15 Ensuring availability and allocation of AFTN stationeries to all aeronautical stations the country. 2.7.16 Ensuring the compliance of communication centres with ICAO standard and recommended practices as they affect AFTN communication operations. 2.7.17 Compiling and updating communications equipment. 2.7.18 Arranging communications postings. 2.7.19 Collecting and collating transmitted Class ‘B’ message and liaising with the Finance Department for revenue collection. 2.7.20 Liaising with NCPI, Zaria and other training institutions and coordinating the ae; communications training and re-training programmes. 2.7.21 Preparing ICAO 3-Letters designators for distribution to all NAMA departments, stations and aircraft operators. 2.7.22 Ensuring that all messages handled on the network are in accordance with ICAO procedures.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.7.25 Heading category ‘A’ AIS (Aerodrome) unit. 2.7.26 Assisting in the planning and exchange of training programmes 2.7.27 Assisting in technical/administrative functions. 2.7.28 Coordinating activities in cartography, printing, publications. etc. 2.7.29 Taking charge of a Branch. 2.7.30 Taking responsibility for aeronautical information development planning.
2.8 Deputy Director, Grade Level 16
(Air Traffic Control) 2.8.1 Coordinating the supervision and training of radar control personnel. 2.8.2 Ensuring that all necessary technical equipment, publications and facilities are available to Radar/Control Personnel 2.8.3 Participating in the conduct of rating and validation examinations of radar personnel. 2.8.4 Preparing and issuing Unit Orders and Local Knowledge Questionnaires for use in radar rating and validation examination 2.8.5 Maintaining records and submitting reports on personnel, traffic activities and all phases of ATC operations as required. 2.8.6 Standing as a watch in operations as required. 2.8.7 Taking charge of a Division 2.8.8 Assisting in SAR operations ‘as may be required. 2.8.9 Providing radar services to over-flying air traffic before being handed over to adjacent Flight Information Regions (FIR). 2.8.10 Directing search and rescue services/operations 2.8.11 Providing alerting services. 2.8.12 Assisting in the general administration for the Department
(Communication) 2.8.13 Taking charge of a Division and assisting in the general administration of the Department. 2.8.14 Ensuring effective utilization of personnel and compliance with LCAO procedures and national policy on aeronautical communications set up in the country. 2.8.15 Collecting and collating transmitted class “B” messages and liaising with the Finance Department on charges. 2.8.16 Liaising with appropriate units/departments on all communication matters. 2.8.17 Undertaking tour of aeronautical communication stations to ensure compliance with ICA-In Transit Time criteria. 2.8.18 Ensuring development and system analysis of SATCOM in conjunction with the engineering department for improved serviceability, efficiency and productivity. 2.8.19 Coordinating through field officers. SATCOM operation and publishing changes in procedures/application. 2.8.20 Collating system outages, shortcomings/deficiency and forwarding to the Director (Electronic Communications) for urgent attention. 2.8.21 Compiling SATCOM channel occupancy and congestion delay status and making appropriate recommendation. 2.8.22 Collating fortnight/monthly statistical reports from stations and plotting graphic charts and circuit outages. 2.8.23 Preparing AFIN statistical reports and for transmission to JCAO regional office on monthly basis. 2.8.24 Ensuring implementation of standards for effective, speedy and regular telephone operations and aircrafts emergency response to search and rescue procedures. 2.8.25 Preparing monthly and annual telephone reports and liaising with the Finance Department to ensure effective telephone revenue collection. 2.8.26 Making recommendations on matters relating to the construction or expansion of telephone exchanges, equipments, installations and maintenance in all the airports. 2.8.27 Preparing annual telephone directory with a view to updating the directory and upgrad1 lag or cutting down line to airport telephone users.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 2.8.28 Assisting in the general administration of the Department 2.8.29 Coordinating activities of centers and units 2.8.30 Planning development of programmes to meet ICAO standards. 2.8.31 Coordinating AIS Technical Services. 2.8.32 Heading of the MS inspectorate services in the Zones/Regional Headquarters.
2.9 Director, Grade Level 17 2.9.1 Taking charge of the general administration of the Department 2.9.2 Advising on the formulation, execution and review of relevant policies and programmes 2.9.3 Liaising with operators and flying clubs on relevant matters 2.9.4 Issuing or validating licenses’ ratings 2.9.5 Enforcing compliance with rules and regulations
METHODS OF ENTRY AND ADVANCEMENT WITHIN THE CADRE
3.1 Air Traffic: Officer Grade II, Grade Level 08 3.1.1 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing a degree in Physics, Geography, electrical, Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science or Mathematics from a recognized University.
(Communications) 3.1.2 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing a degree or HND in Physics, Geography, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Telecommunications. Computer Science ci mathematics from a recognized University Institution.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.1.3 By direct appointment of a candidate possessing a degree or HND in Physics Geography Mass Communication Journalism Sociology Computer Science or Mathematics from a recognized University Institution
3.2 Air Traffic, Officer Grade I, Grade Level 09
(Air Traffic Control) 3.2.1 By advancement of an Air Traffic Officer Grade II (ATC) who has successfully completed the appropriate training programmes specified in sub paragraph 2.1.1 above and obtained the prescribed Certificate/Diploma
(Communications) 3.1.1 By advancement of an Air Traffic Officer Grade U (Communications) who has successfully completed the appropriate training programmes specified in subparagraph 2.1. above and obtained the prescribed Certificate/Diploma.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.2.2 By advancement of a suitable Air Traffic Officer Grade II (AIS) who has successfully completed the appropriate training programmes specified in subparagraph 2.1.3 above and obtained the prescribed Certificate/Diploma.
3.3 Senior Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level I0
(Air Traffic Control) 3.3.1 By promotion of an Air Traffic Officer Grade I (ATC) who has spent at least three years on the grade, attend and passed Air Traffic Control Licensing Examination and obtained Aerodrome Rating/License.
(Communications) 3.3.2 By promotion of an Air Traffic Officer Grade I (Communications) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training programme at the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology, Zaria and obtained proficiency rating.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.3.3 By promotion of a suitable Air Traffic Officer Grade I (AIS) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the Advanced MS officers course and obtained AISO Certificate.
Principal Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level 12
(Air Traffic Control) 3.4.1 By promotion of a suitable Senior Air Traffic Officer (ATC) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training for Approach Control and obtained the Approach Control. Rating License
(Communications) 3.4.2 By promotion of a Senior Air Traffic Officer (Communications) who has spent at least three years on the grade and acquired the appropriate skill.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.4.3 By promotion of a confirmed and suitable Senior Air Traffic Officer (AIS) who has spent at least three (3) years on the grade and obtained AISO Certificate.
Assistant Chief Air Traffic: Officer, Grade Level 13
(Air Traffic: Control) 3.5.1 By promotion of a suitable Principal Air Traffic Officer (ATC) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training in Aerodrome and Approach.
(Communications) 3.5.2 By promotion of a suitable Principal Air Traffic Officer (Communications) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training in AFIN operations.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.5.3 By promotion of a suitable Principal Air Traffic Officer (AIS) who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.6 Chief Air Traffic Officer, Grade Level 14
(Air Traffic Control) 3.6.1 By promotion of a suitable Assistant Chief Air Traffic Officer (AC) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training for approach Radar Controller and obtained the Approach Radar Rating License.
(Communications) 3.6.2 By promotion of a suitable Assistant Chief Air Traffic Officer (Communications) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training in Advanced AFTN Operations.
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.6.3 By promotion of a suitable Assistant Chief Air Traffic Officer (AIS) who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.7 Assistant Director, Grade Level 15
(Air Traffic Control) 3.7.1 By promotion of a suitable Chief Air Traffic Officer (ATC) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training for Area Procedural Control.
(Communications) 3.7.2 By promotion of a suitable Chief Air Traffic Officer (Communications) who has spent at least three years on the grade and successfully completed the prescribed training and rating
(Aeronautical Information Services) 3.7.3 By promotion of a suitable Chief Air Traffic Officer (AIS) who has spent at least three years on the grade.
3.8 Deputy Director Grade Level 16 3.8.1 By promotion of a suitable Assistant Director (ATO) who has spent at least four years on the grade
3.9 Director, Grade Level 17 3.9.1 By promotion or a suitable Deputy Director (ATO) who has spent at least four years on the grade.
3.10 Direct Appointment to Posts in Grade Level 12 and above Direct appointments may also be made to posts in Grade Level 12 and above but these will be preceded by specific advertisement at the instance of the user Ministry/Department Promotions from such direct appointment to higher grades are subject to confirmation of appointment.
Reference: Federal Civil Service Commission: fedcivilservice .gov.ng /hq /includes /download.php ?f=hq /pages /generalItem /Resources Files /12.pdf&fc =SCHEMES OF SERVICE.pdf
