AirNav Ireland is a commercial semi-state company that provides air traffic management (ATM) services in Irish airspace and at State airports and communication services on the eastern North Atlantic. North Atlantic Communications (NAC) provides operational services on a 24-hour basis, 365 days per annum.
About the Role
Airnav Ireland is currently seeking applications for the position of Aeronautical Radio Officer, based in Newmarket-on-Fergus, Co. Clare.
Aeronautical Radio Officers play a key role in supporting international aviation operations by providing communication services between aircraft, air traffic control centres and other aviation stakeholders. Working within a safety-critical operational environment, the successful candidate will contribute to the safe and efficient exchange of operational, weather and emergency information across the North Atlantic communications network.
The salary scale for Aeronautical Radio Officers currently ranges from €44,924 to €93,148. During training, a training allowance is payable. Upon successful qualification, appointees will be placed on the first point of the salary scale and will also become eligible for applicable shift allowances.
Training
The training programme is expected to commence in early 2027 (January/February, subject to confirmation).
Comprehensive training will be provided to successful candidates, and no previous aviation experience is required. The initial training programme comprises a classroom-based element followed by structured on-the-job training and is expected to take approximately nine months to complete, subject to satisfactory progress and achievement of all required competencies. Following successful completion of training, Aeronautical Radio Officers work a 24-hour roster pattern, including days, nights, weekends and public holidays. A shift allowance is payable in accordance with company arrangements.
Successful candidates must satisfactorily complete all stages of training and all competency assessments to qualify as Aeronautical Radio Officers.
Selection Process
The selection process may include the following:
- Shortlisting based on application which may include aptitude testing
- Competency-based interview
- In-person typing assessment (minimum 30 words per minute with 75% accuracy
- ICAO English Language Proficiency Level 5 or higher
How to Apply
Applications (Cover letter & CV), giving full details of experience and suitability for the position, should be emailed to the Human Resources Directorate at [email protected] no later than 16:00hrs on August 14th 2026.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Applicants must have the right to work and live in the EU.
AirNav Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.