Remote Pilot

JR United Kingdom; Ashton-under-Lyne; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Remote Pilot to join their innovative team. This role involves operating unmanned aerial vehicles for various surveying and inspection tasks across the UK. Candidates should possess a CAA-approved UAS qualification and have a strong background in drone technology and survey data processing. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, ensuring safety and compliance while delivering high-quality data acquisition. If you are passionate about UAS technologies and enjoy working in dynamic settings, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in remote piloting drones commercially.
• Strong understanding of drone technologies and data processing.

Responsibilities

• Act as Remote Pilot-in-Command for unmanned aerial vehicles.
• Prepare and record pre-flight planning and risk assessments.

Skills

Remote Piloting

Drone Hardware and Software Knowledge

Geospatial Survey Data Capture

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

CAA-approved UAS Qualification

Tools

Reality Capture

Agisoft

CAD

Job description

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TEXO Drone Survey and Inspection Ltd (DSI), a leading provider of integrated drone-based survey and inspection services, is seeking an experienced Remote Pilot to join our team in Glasgow / Edinburgh & Witham.

Our innovative technologies and services are at the forefront of the industrial surveying industry, delivering solutions across multiple sectors including construction, oil and gas, and renewables.

Area(s) of Responsibility:

• Undertake role of Remote Pilot-in-Command of unmanned aerial vehicles whist on operational deployment
• Follow specific data capturing techniques to obtain the optimum data.
• Preparation and recording of pre-flight planning and risk assessments.
• Preparation and recording of post flight reporting.
• Preparation of reports to the Technical Manager following risk events or incidents.
• Processing of collected imagery and survey data in various software packages
• Troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Carry out operational management of on-site personnel, payload operators and observers.
• Maintain own pilot logs and currency in accordance with company policy requirements.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures for the operation of unmanned aerial vehicles and associated equipment to ensure safe and compliant operations.
• Update, input and promote Texo DSI SMS (Safety Management System), Centrik.
• Client liaison when operating on-site.
• Ensure that the flight safety of the aircraft is always maintained, and data acquisition is always captured at the highest standard.

To become a UAV pilot with TEXO DSI, you will need;

• CAA-approved UAS qualification or equivalent.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience remote piloting drones commercially, preferably in industrial or construction environments with experience in inspection and geospatial survey data capture such as photogrammetry.
• Strong understanding of drone hardware and software technologies.
• Background in survey data processing is preferrable with; Reality Capture / Agisoft / CAD
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to travel as needed for fieldwork across the UK
• Strong interest and enthusiasm for UAS Technologies.
• The ability to think outside the box.
• High level of concentration with a logical mindset.
• The ability to manage pressure and prioritise.

Relationships

• Other work colleagues.
• General Public – while out on operations.
• Client Facing – during shows, demos, and site operations.
• All employees have a responsibility for ensuring their own health and safety and that of their colleagues.
• Co-operate with Company requirements to ensure that statutory duties are met.
• Do not interfere with or misuse anything supplied for health and safety.
• Only use equipment and substances where trained to correctly do so.
• Identify and take any obvious corrective actions to resolve non-conformances and prevent loss in your immediate area, reporting any hazards to HSEQ Team/Line Manager
• Promote the implementation and continuous improvement of the Quality Aspects of the management system.
• Support the Company’s environmental stance by following all environmental procedures and policies and assist with the reduction of waste, energy usage and emissions.

Business Development:

• To promote TEXO where possible
• To look and pass on opportunities, cross sell other divisions of the TEXO where applicable and pass any opportunities to Business Development Team.

We expect you to maintain our Core Values:

Professional: We do the job and do it well

Principled: We say what we do and do what we say

Collaborative: There is no hierarchy here, just one team

Careful: The safety of our people and protection of the environment are paramount

Credible: Our reputation is everything

If you are interested in this fantastic opportunity, please call David Watson at TEXO Recruitment on 01670 331 846 / 07436 034 260 on [emailprotected]