Looking to kick-start your professional career in South Africa’s aviation industry? Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is inviting applications for its Business Processes and Continuous Improvement Graduate in Training Programme 2026. This two-year graduate programme provides recent graduates with valuable workplace experience, structured mentorship, and professional development while working at one of South Africa’s leading aviation organizations.
If you are a recent graduate with little or no work experience and are eager to develop your career in business processes and continuous improvement, this opportunity could be the perfect starting point.
About ATNS
Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS) is responsible for providing safe, reliable, and efficient air traffic management and aviation navigation services across South Africa. The organization plays a critical role in supporting the country’s aviation sector while investing in the development of future professionals through graduate and internship programmes.
The Graduate in Training Programme is designed to bridge the gap between academic learning and practical workplace experience, preparing graduates to become high-performing professionals capable of contributing to the organization’s long-term success.
About the Graduate Programme
- Position: Business Processes and Continuous Improvement Graduate in Training Programme
- Reference Number: atns_000929
- Industry: Aviation & Aerospace
- Category: Administrative Support and Secretarial
- Location: Bedfordview, South Africa
- Contract Type: Internship / Graduate Programme
- Duration: 24 Months
- Remuneration: Market Related
- Employment Equity Position: No
- Application Closing Date: 28 July 2026
Programme Overview
Successful candidates will participate in a structured 24-month Graduate in Training Programme that combines workplace exposure with technical and professional development.
Graduates will be based at:
- ATNS Head Office in Bruma
- Aviation Training Academy in Johannesburg
Throughout the programme, participants will receive mentorship, coaching, and hands-on training designed to prepare them for future career opportunities within ATNS.
What You Will Gain
The programme offers graduates an opportunity to:
- Gain practical workplace experience.
- Receive structured on-the-job training.
- Participate in technical and professional development programmes.
- Work alongside experienced industry professionals.
- Receive mentorship and coaching throughout the programme.
- Earn a monthly salary during the training period.
- Be considered for permanent employment after successful completion of the programme, depending on business needs, performance, and available opportunities.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a South African citizen.
- Have no more than one year of full-time work experience in their field of study after graduation.
- Have completed a Degree or Diploma qualification relevant to ATNS business requirements.
- Be computer literate.
Who Should Apply?
This programme is ideal for:
- Recent university graduates.
- Diploma holders seeking industry experience.
- Graduates interested in business process improvement and organizational development.
- Candidates looking to build a long-term career in the aviation industry.
ATNS particularly encourages applications from:
- Female graduates.
- Persons living with disabilities.
Programme Benefits
Participants will enjoy several benefits throughout the programme, including:
- Monthly salary.
- Practical workplace exposure.
- Professional coaching and mentoring.
- Career development opportunities.
- Technical skills development.
- Potential permanent placement after successful completion of the programme.
Selection Process
Graduate performance will be monitored continuously throughout the 24-month programme through:
- Regular performance evaluations.
- Mentorship.
- Coaching.
- Skills development assessments.
Permanent employment may be offered based on:
- Business requirements.
- Individual performance.
- Demonstrated competence.
- Availability of suitable positions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should register their CV and submit their application through the ATNS recruitment portal or CareerJunction before the closing date.
Applications must be submitted no later than 28 July 2026.
Applicants who have not received feedback within three weeks after the closing date should consider their applications unsuccessful.
Important Dates
- Programme: Business Processes and Continuous Improvement Graduate in Training Programme
- Organization: Air Traffic and Navigation Services (ATNS)
- Location: Bedfordview, South Africa
- Contract Duration: 24 Months
- Closing Date: 28 July 2026
