NATS interview process

[Futurairtrafficer_97]

Air traffic controller

Hey guys ,I’ve made it to stage 3 however I have a big concern I hope existing air traffickers can help with

I’m a black man applying for this position however through the website and the videos I’ve watch , theirs a lack of diversity. My question is to anyone who works for them , will my skin colour put me at a disadvantage ? What’s is the ratio of coloured people as air traffickers?

( genuine question, honest concern )

[otah007]

Originally Posted by Chewy3112

I'm due to start training in November 2024 at CTC Whiteley. If anyone else on here is also starting on the same training it would be good to make contact before hand.

I'm not starting this year (failed my stage 2, hope to try again next year) but I wanted to ask how long it took between completing stage 2 and booking an interview? I can reapply again next June which is around when I need to submit my thesis, so I want to know the rough timing of things so I can plan.

[Peterharris1997]

When does stage 3 dates get released ?

I just got the following email Thank you for taking our Stage Two Ability online tests for the role of Trainee Air Traffic Controller.

We’re pleased to let you know that you have passed the minimum requirements from the first two stages of the selection process. We will now be assessing your results and the invitations to attend the next stage will be sent in due course (when we have availability at our Stage Three assessment centres).


does that mean I get an invite or not ?

[bajanelite123]

Originally Posted by Futurairtrafficer_97

Hey guys , currently waiting for assessment centre dates. Would love to connect with people in similar position ..?

how long did you want from getting S2 results to getting S3 invite?

[Futurairtrafficer_97]

Originally Posted by bajanelite123

how long did you want from getting S2 results to getting S3 invite?

i haven't received s3 invite yet

[The Many Tentacles]

Originally Posted by Futurairtrafficer_97

Hey guys ,I’ve made it to stage 3 however I have a big concern I hope existing air traffickers can help with

I’m a black man applying for this position however through the website and the videos I’ve watch , theirs a lack of diversity. My question is to anyone who works for them , will my skin colour put me at a disadvantage ? What’s is the ratio of coloured people as air traffickers?

( genuine question, honest concern )

In 20 years of working as an ATCO, I've never heard anything derogatory. The vast majority of us couldn't care what colour you are, what you look like, what you wear, who you want to cuddle etc. Yes, you'd be in a minority but like I said the vast majority of people couldn't care less. It will not be a disadvantage.

Don't let it put you off applying - I appreciate that's an easy thing to say for a middle aged white man, but it's a great job with a great bunch of people.

[rockwing]

Originally Posted by Chewy3112

I'm due to start training in November 2024 at CTC Whiteley. If anyone else on here is also starting on the same training it would be good to make contact before hand.

On the Nov Area course. Have PM'd you.

[tinypear]

Hi everyone! Found out that I got past the stage 2 tests last night, waiting on stage 3 invite