Gatis P

Purposeful, disciplined, and results-oriented professional with 16 years of experience in military service, including the last 8 years in an air traffic control tower. Experienced in working in dynamic and high-responsibility environments where accuracy, stress resilience, situational awareness, and effective decision-making are essential. Certified OJTI instructor in air traffic control with experience in knowledge transfer, colleague training, and supporting professional development.

International experience through participation in air traffic control courses and trainings in Latvia, the United States, Germany, Denmark, and Luxembourg. Ready to apply practical experience, technical knowledge, and leadership skills to support a safe, efficient, and collaborative working environment.

Senior Air Traffic Control Specialist at National Armed Forces Air Force (2018-01 – Present)

• Manage air traffic at the National Armed Forces Air Force military base, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient coordination of aircraft movements.
• Train and coach new colleagues by sharing practical knowledge and supporting their professional development.
• Perform the duties of the Tower chief during the current Tower chief's absence, ensuring continuity of operations and effective team performance.
• Participate in the development, review, and editing of local air traffic control procedure documents.
• Organize and carry out procurement procedures for technical equipment required by the air traffic control tower.
• Perform military duties.

Air Traffic Control Specialist at National Armed Forces Air Force (2017-01 – 2018-01)

• Managed air traffic at the National Armed Forces Air Force military base, ensuring safe, accurate, and efficient coordination of aircraft movements.
• Performed military duties.

Military Service at National Armed Forces (2009-01 – 2017-01)

• Performed military duties.
• Organized logistics.
• Participated in an international peacekeeping mission in Afghanistan.

Secondary Education – Riga City Pļavnieki Gymnasium (2002-01 – 2002-01)

Incomplete Higher Education in Faculty of Geology – University of Latvia (2002-01 – 2004-01)