Shortage of ATCOs in UK
Is there going to be a shortage of newly rated ATCOs in the UK during 2012 ?
I have been trying to recruit an Aerodrome validated ATCO or an ADC/APP rated ATCO for Dunsfold near Guildford for several months and have had a very poor response. The salary is in the high thirties, there is an APP course included and the post has prospects.
There was a time when there were a dozen to choose from so what is happening to the ladder if the new Aerodrome ATCOs are not there.
I have had applications from newly rated non-validated ADC ATCOs and I will allow one or two to validate their rating in the middle of next year so that they can get a step on the ladder, but where are the current crop ?
Any constructive ideas would be welcome.