Senior Technical Officer (Drone Operations and Field Delivery)

Department of the Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

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.

Skills

Drone operations

Aviation compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)

Pilot Chemical Rating Licence (Queensland)

Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC)

Driver's licence

Job description

Your contribution as Senior Technical Officer will will require you to::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.We're looking for someone who has a stong knowledge of drone operations, aviation compliance requirements and aerial application practices relevant to operational environments and holds a current: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.If this is the role for you apply now!How to applyYou are encoraged to connect with us to chat through this opportunity and flag any reasonable adjustment you may require before applying.provide your current resume - max 4 pagesprovide a statement - max 2 pages - that describes why you are the best suited person foir this roleApplications will remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.