Senior Drone Operations Lead - Biosecurity & Field Delivery

Queensland Government

Cairns Regional

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The Queensland Government invites applications for a Senior Technical Officer (Drone Operations and Field Delivery) to support the Yellow Ant Eradication Program within the Wet Tropics region. You will lead drone operations, provide technical guidance, and coordinate field delivery activities to achieve surveillance, treatment and eradication goals.

You will supervise and mentor operational staff, build relationships with landholders and Indigenous stakeholders, and contribute to program

Qualifications

Hold a current unrestricted driver's licence or be able to obtain one.
Hold a Pilot Chemical Rating Licence (Queensland).
Hold a Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) appropriate to the aircraft and operations required for the role.
Hold an Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate drone operations and field delivery activities that support the surveillance, treatment, monitoring and eradication objectives of the Yellow Crazy Ant Eradication Program.
Provide specialist technical advice on remotely piloted aircraft systems, aerial application technologies and operational delivery practices.
Contribute to the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of operational programs, procedures and work practices.
Supervise, mentor and support operational staff.
Build and maintain productive relationships with landholders, Traditional Owners, Indigenous Rangers, contractors and other stakeholders to achieve program outcomes.
Monitor operational performance, manage resources and contribute to reporting, compliance and the achievement of program objectives.