UAV Pilot – Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

JR United Kingdom; Paisley; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in offshore oil and gas is seeking a UAV Pilot with strong offshore experience. This role involves performing UAV inspections, collaborating with engineers on asset surveys, and requires handling cutting-edge technology in dynamic environments. Ideal candidates will possess UAV certifications, problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate in confined industrial spaces.

Benefits

Flexible contract structure

Qualifications

• Offshore experience with survival certification (BOSIET).
• Proficient in UAV operations using DJI M350 and Elios 3.
• Familiarity with 3D modelling and digital asset workflows.

Responsibilities

• Perform Close Visual Inspections (CVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on offshore rigs.
• Support land-based inspections and deliver high-resolution data.
• Contribute to creating digital twins and 3D infrastructure models.

Skills

UAV operations

photogrammetry

LiDAR

team collaboration

problem-solving

Tools

DJI M350

Elios 3

mobile laser scanners

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28.06.2025

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Job Description:

? Job Title: UAV Pilot – Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

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

? Contract Type: Contract

? 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

? Why Join Us?

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.