Drone Pilot - Aerial Powerline Inspections NSW

Oberon Aviation Services; Albury City; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Supportive team environment

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Oberon Aviation Services in Albury, NSW, is seeking a motivated Drone Pilot to support aerial inspections of powerlines across rural NSW in the first half of 2027. You will conduct safe, professional drone operations under CASA guidelines, and contribute to our expanding drone services within a small, family-owned aviation business.

The role requires practical, self-sufficient team players with strong communication and decisive judgment.

Qualifications

• The candidate is practical and self-sufficient with a passion for drone technology.
• Ability to perform safe, professional drone operations per CASA and company procedures.
• Strong detail orientation, sound judgement, and quick decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safe and professional drone operations following CASA regulations.
• Perform aerial inspections of powerlines across rural NSW.
• Coordinate with landowners and clients as needed.
• Maintain logs and data handling

Skills

Drone operation

Attention to detail

Judgement

Decision making

Communication skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Problem solving

CASA regulations familiarity

Tools

DJI drones

Mapping software

File management software

Job description

Oberon Aviation Services in Albury, NSW, is seeking a motivated Drone Pilot to support aerial inspections of powerlines across rural NSW in the first half of 2027. You will conduct safe, professional drone operations under CASA guidelines, and contribute to our expanding drone services within a small, family-owned aviation business.

The role requires practical, self-sufficient team players with strong communication and decisive judgment.