RPAS Pilot

Infravision; Coolum Beach; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Infravision in Australia’s Queensland region is seeking a Field / Mobilized / Project Operations professional to operate and maintain proprietary construction equipment and field robotics on diverse sites. You will manage drone payloads, winches, tensioners, and heavy vehicles while upholding safety standards and CASA/WHSE compliance.

The role includes remote site work, travel, and collaborative planning with site management to optimize upcoming tasks and ensure mission success.

Qualifications

• Experience operating construction equipment and field robotics.
• Ability to pilot drones in construction environments.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Infravision equipment and field robotics.
• Pilot drones for construction operations.
• Obtain and maintain High Risk Work License in Dogging and Basic Rigging.
• Operate in accordance with CASA and WHSE regulations.
• Plan and prepare upcoming work; participate in hazard identification.
• Work DIDO/FIFO rosters as required.
• Assist other departments to reach goals.

Skills

Drone ops

Heavy equipment handling

Safety compliance

Logistics planning

Job description

Field / Mobilized / Project Operations

• Operate and maintain Infravision proprietary construction equipment machinery and field robotics including drone payloads, winches, puller / tensioners, light and heavy vehicles, cranes etc.
• Pilot drones in multiple weight classes (including >25kg) for construction operations in Australia and Internationally.
• Operate UAS in active construction environments, ensuring safe flight operations and mission success is achieved.
• Obtain or hold a current High Risk Work License in Dogging and Basic Rigging, to conduct rigging and dogging activities on construction sites, including lifting loads, directing loads and pulling synthetic and wire ropes for transmission line construction.
• Operate in accordance with CASA legislation.
• Carry out all work in accordance with relevant WHSE regulations and procedures.
• Perform construction support activities, such as manual handling, machine operation and site logistics.
• Work in remote environments, interstate and internationally.
• Partake in daily site meetings, noting instructions from site management, crew leaders and others regarding planned tasks.
• Plan and prepare for upcoming work, assuming responsibility for assigned equipment.
• Actively participate in hazard identification, reporting and mitigation in the workplace.
• Demonstrate initiative by seeking additional work if tasks are completed.
• Work varied DIDO and/or FIFO roster cycles, depending on project requirements.
• Work under the direction of management, site supervisors and crew leaders.
• Assist other Infravision business departments in reaching their goals.

Office Based Operations

• Conduct planning and preparation for upcoming projects and work activities.
• Review and collaborate on the development of Infravision operational documentation.
• Maintain currency for all required competencies through training and development.
• Perform administrative tasks utilising Infravision’s suite of software systems.
• Assist other Infravision business departments in reaching their goals.

Company Expectations

• Working Rights in Australia
• Maintain a current driver’s license with no restrictions
• Maintain a current passport with no restrictions
• Able to enthusiastically operate in construction environments in a range of conditions to deliver field services
• Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and occasionally internationallyAbility and willingness to work DIDO/FIFO as required for project related works (a typically recurring monthly working roster could be 21 days on site, 7 days at home)
• Willing and able to complete an Australian Police background check
• Ability to comply with Infravision’s Drug and Alcohol Policy
• A commitment to demonstrating and operating to the highest level of safety and quality
• Professional spoken and written interpersonal communication skills
• A determination to work with and contribute to diverse teams
• A determination to represent Infravision’s company values