Senior Drone Ops & Field Delivery Lead

Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation

Cairns Regional

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation in Queensland seeks a Senior Technical Officer to lead drone operations and field delivery activities supporting eradication and monitoring programs. You will provide specialist technical guidance on RPAS systems and aerial application technologies and contribute to program planning and continuous improvement.

You will supervise and mentor operational staff, build productive relationships with landholders, Indigenous Rangers,

Qualifications

Proven knowledge of drone operations and aviation compliance.
Experience in aerial application practices.
Ability to supervise and mentor operational staff.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate drone operations and field delivery activities supporting surveillance, treatment, monitoring, and eradication objectives.
Provide specialist technical advice on RPAS systems and aerial application technologies.
Contribute to planning, implementation and continuous improvement of programs, procedures, and work practices.
Supervise, mentor, and support operational staff.
Build relationships with landholders, Indigenous Rangers, contractors and stakeholders to achieve program goals.
Monitor performance, manage resources, and contribute to reporting and compliance.