UAV Pilot – Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

Premier Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas industry is seeking a skilled UAV Pilot to join their offshore inspection team. This role requires experience with UAV operations and a strong understanding of photogrammetry and LiDAR technologies. Applicants will conduct vital inspections on offshore rigs and contribute to land-based survey projects. The position offers a flexible contract structure and opportunities for international travel.

Benefits

Flexible Contract Structure

Opportunity for Travel

Support for Expenses

Qualifications

• Strong offshore experience and up-to-date survival certification (BOSIET).
• Proficient in UAV operations and understanding of photogrammetry and LiDAR workflows.
• Experience with terrestrial or mobile laser scanners preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform Close Visual Inspections and General Visual Inspections on offshore rigs.
• Capture and deliver high-resolution photogrammetry and LiDAR data.
• Collaborate with inspection engineers on high-priority asset surveys.

Skills

UAV Operations

Photogrammetry

LiDAR

Digital Asset Management

3D Modelling

Education

International Drone Certifications

Tools

DJI M350

Elios 3

Terrestrial Laser Scanners

Job description

UAV Pilot – Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

UAV Pilot – Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

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Senior Contract Consultant | Empowering Clients with the Best Support & Infrastructure Talent in the Market

Location: Preferably based near Glasgow, UK (For deployment logistics)

Start Date: July 2025

Deployment Schedule: 2-week offshore deployments in July, August, September, mid-October - more dates to be confirmed

Expenses: May be covered where reasonable

️ Join a Cutting-Edge UAV Operations Team in Offshore Oil & Gas

UAV Pilot with strong offshore experience to support our expanding UAV inspection operations. This role is ideal for a drone professional who thrives in dynamic, high-stakes environments and is ready to contribute to industry-leading asset inspections using UAV, LiDAR, and photogrammetry tech.

What You'll Be Doing:

Offshore UAV Inspections

• Perform Close Visual Inspections (CVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on offshore rigs
• Operate DJI M350 externally and Elios 3 for confined/internal spaces
• Collaborate with inspection engineers on high-priority asset surveys

Onshore & General Survey Projects

• Support land-based inspections and cross-industry survey work
• Capture and deliver high-resolution photogrammetry and LiDAR data
• Contribute to the creation of digital twins and detailed 3D infrastructure models

What We're Looking For:

• Offshore experience with up-to-date survival certification (BOSIET, etc.)
• Proficient in UAV operations using DJI M350 and Elios 3
• Strong understanding of photogrammetry and LiDAR workflows
• Comfortable operating in industrial/confined space environments
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally
• Experience with terrestrial or mobile laser scanners (e.g., Faro, Leica)
• International drone certifications, especially within Europe
• Familiarity with 3D modelling and digital asset management workflows

Be part of a fast-moving team transforming inspection standards in oil & gas. You’ll work with innovative tools, expert teams, and global clients while enjoying a flexible and supportive contract structure.

Email Earl Amaglo at [e-mail] to apply or find out more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Oil and Gas

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