Vimoh Jose
Johannesburg
Summary
Air Traffic Controller with 17 years of experience as an ATC in tower control and approach control. I have been an OJTI for 14 years and a Designated Examiner for the South African Civil Aviation Authority for the lat 2 years. I am well versed in training students from the very beginning till they are validated. Skilled in critical thinking and decision-making and exceptional at remaining calm under pressure. Very capable in handling multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
An organized individual with a background promoting safety in the skies. Air traffic Control incident Investigator with 12 years of experience and have been conducting investigations at OR Tambo International Airport for the last 7 years. Recently been appointed ATC incident Investigator for all units within South Africa.
Recently performed the role of Manager: Johannesburg Approach for a period of 6 months during a transition period whilst simultaneously managing ATC and ATC Safety Investigator duties. Currently performing the role of Approach controller, operations supervisor at Approach and serving as VP:Policy for the Guild of Air Traffic Controllers South Africa.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Designated Examiner
South African Civil Aviation Authority Via ATNS
South Africa
04.2023 - Current
- Evaluated compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring adherence to industry guidelines.
- Developed training materials for new students, streamlining onboarding procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations to ensure accurate application assessments.
Air Traffic Controller Approach
ATNS
Johannesburg
06.2014 - Current
- Control arrivals and departures and transition aircraft across TMA at OR Tambo International and various other airports in the region (Lanseria, Wonderboom, Rand, Grand Central, Waterkloof and Swartkop).
- Provide pilots with instructions for safe transition through TMA for landings and takeoffs at OR Tambo International airport averaging 600 flights per day.
- Manage training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.
- Work closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and efficient flow of traffic.
Air Traffic Control Incident Investigator
ATNS
Johannesburg
10.2011 - Current
- Conduct unit and countrywide ATC incident investigations.
- Prepare and complete ATC incident investigation reports.
- Analysis of ATC safety events.
- Identification of ATC safety threats and trends.
- Formulate recommendations for mitigation of current and future ATC Safety events.
- Disseminate information to peers and industry to enhance overall safety system.
- Train and assist new safety investigators coming through the system.
Johannesburg Approach Control Manager (Interim)
Air Traffic & Navigation Services
Johannesburg
10.2022 - 06.2023
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns, and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
- Communicated clearly with employees and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established goals.
Air Traffic Controller Tower and Approach
ATNS
Durban
09.2009 - 07.2013
- Controlled arrivals and departures and transition aircraft across TMA at King Shaka International Airport and various other airports in the region (Virginia and Pietermaritzburg).
- Provided pilots with instructions for safe transition through TMA for landings and takeoffs at King Shaka International airport averaging 100 flights per day.
- Worked closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and efficient flow of traffic.
Air Traffic Controller Tower
ATNS
Durban and Virgina
10.2007 - 09.2009
- Controlled arrivals and departures as a tower ATC and transitioned aircraft across airfield and flight line.
- Provided pilots with instructions for safe landings and takeoffs at airport averaging 100 flights per day.
- Observed surroundings, alerting pilots to potential hazards and advising on altitude, speed and navigation.
- Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
- Managed training sessions to educate new air traffic controllers, applying best practices and complying with regulations.
- Utilized communications systems to direct movement of pilots and ground personnel.
- Worked closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and productive flow of traffic.
Education
OJT - On The Job Training Instructor - ATC Training
Aviation Training Academy
01.2011
Aviation Incident Investigator - ATC Safety
ATNS
09.2011
Approach Procedural And Radar Control - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
06.2009
Aerodrome Control - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
04.2007
New Managers Program - Managerial
Wits Business School
11.2017
Air Traffic Services Core Content And Rating - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
04.2006
Search Mission Coordinator - Search And Rescue
Aviation Training Academy
01.2006
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
12.2004
Skills
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Dependable and Responsible
- Composure under high pressure
- Clear and effective communications
- Problem Solving
- Situational awareness
- Teamwork
- Safety Orientated
- Time Management
Timeline
Designated Examiner
South African Civil Aviation Authority Via ATNS
04.2023 - Current
Johannesburg Approach Control Manager (Interim)
Air Traffic & Navigation Services
10.2022 - 06.2023
Air Traffic Controller Approach
ATNS
06.2014 - Current
Air Traffic Control Incident Investigator
ATNS
10.2011 - Current
Air Traffic Controller Tower and Approach
ATNS
09.2009 - 07.2013
Air Traffic Controller Tower
ATNS
10.2007 - 09.2009
Aviation Incident Investigator - ATC Safety
ATNS
Approach Procedural And Radar Control - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
Aerodrome Control - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
New Managers Program - Managerial
Wits Business School
Air Traffic Services Core Content And Rating - Air Traffic Control
Aviation Training Academy
Search Mission Coordinator - Search And Rescue
Aviation Training Academy
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
University of KwaZulu Natal
OJT - On The Job Training Instructor - ATC Training
Aviation Training Academy