Agricultural Drone Pilot & Operations Specialist

Vector AGR Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Hands-on with latest drones

Travel across Australia

Training & development

Growth with the business

Job summary

Vector AGR Australia in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Agricultural Drone Pilot to operate and demonstrate our high-capacity spraying and spreading drones, and to prepare drones for delivery.

You will travel to field days and customers, provide setup and training, and contribute to product testing and field services while supporting customers across Australia.

Qualifications

• Experience operating agricultural drones, preferably large platforms.
• Hold a CASA Remote Pilot Licence (RePL).
• Strong communication and customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to travel across Queensland and interstate.

Responsibilities

• Operate agricultural drones for field demonstrations and applications.
• Demonstrate drone capabilities to customers.
• Prepare, assemble, test and commission drones prior to delivery.
• Assist with order picking, packing and dispatch of drones and parts.
• Deliver drones and provide initial setup and training.
• Provide basic technical support and maintenance.
• Represent Vector AGR at field days and industry events.
• Support product testing and feedback to partners.
• Maintain equipment, batteries, chargers and accessories.

Skills

Drone operation experience

RePL

Customer interaction

Willingness to travel

Mechanical aptitude

Tools

GPS/RTK systems

DJI Agras / XAG platforms

Job description

Agricultural Drone Pilot & Operations Specialist

Vector AGR | Brisbane, Queensland | Full-Time

Help Drive the Future of Agricultural Drone Technology in Australia

Vector AGR is an emerging agricultural drone supplier bringing innovative, high-capacity spraying and spreading technology to the Australian market.

With the launch of our HD580 agricultural drone and the upcoming introduction of the V180, we are looking for an experienced, motivated and hands‑on Agricultural Drone Pilot to join our growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys drone technology, agriculture and working directly with customers. The role offers plenty of variety, from operating and demonstrating our latest drones to preparing new aircraft for delivery and supporting customers across Australia.

About the Role

You will play an important part in the day-to-day operations and growth of Vector AGR Australia.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating agricultural drones for field demonstrations, spraying and spreading applications.
• Conducting customer demonstrations and showcasing the capabilities of our HD580 and upcoming V180 drones.
• Preparing, assembling, testing and commissioning new drones prior to customer delivery.
• Assisting with order picking, packing and dispatch of drones, spare parts and accessories.
• Delivering drones to customers and assisting with initial setup, training and handover.
• Providing basic technical support, troubleshooting and maintenance assistance.
• Representing Vector AGR at agricultural field days, trade shows, roadshows and industry events.
• Assisting with product testing, development and feedback to our manufacturing partners.
• Maintaining equipment, batteries, chargers and associated drone accessories.

About You

We are looking for someone who is practical, reliable, technically minded and passionate about agricultural drone technology.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience operating agricultural drones, preferably DJI Agras, XAG or similar platforms.
• A CASA Remote Pilot Licence (RePL), preferably with experience operating larger agricultural drones.
• A good understanding of agricultural spraying, spreading and drone flight operations.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to diagnose and resolve technical issues.
• Good communication skills and confidence dealing directly with customers.
• A willingness to travel throughout Queensland and interstate for demonstrations, deliveries and agricultural shows.
• A current driver's licence.
• The ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Experience with agricultural machinery, GPS/RTK systems, drone maintenance or chemical application will be highly regarded.

What We Offer

• A full-time position with a growing Australian agricultural drone business.
• The opportunity to work with the latest high-capacity agricultural drone technology.
• A varied role combining flying, technical work, customer interaction and travel.
• Hands‑on involvement in launching new drone models into the Australian market.
• Opportunities for further training and professional development.
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications.
• The opportunity to grow with the business as our Australian dealer and customer network expands.

About Vector AGR

Vector AGR is focused on delivering practical, innovative agricultural drone solutions to Australian farmers and contractors.

Our HD580 and upcoming V180 platforms are designed to deliver high-capacity spraying and spreading performance, backed by local customer support, training and service.