UAV Technician

Mayfly Agri (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in agricultural technology is seeking a highly skilled Unmanned Maintenance Service Technician. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining UAVs alongside conducting support tasks and demonstrations. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a passion for drone technology.

Qualifications

• Valid Remote Pilot Certificate or in process of obtaining it.
• Previous experience in UAV maintenance or related field advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing and repairing UAVs, ensuring optimal working condition.
• Conducting routine maintenance and firmware updates on agricultural drones.
• Travelling to customer sites for on-site servicing and support.

Skills

Passion for drone technology

Strong technical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Afrikaans

Proficiency in English

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification

Unmanned Maintenance Service Technician certificate

Job description

Minimum requirements for the role :

• Must have a relevant tertiary qualification
• Possession of an Unmanned Maintenance Service Technician certificate is an added advantage
• Must have a Valid Remote Pilot Certificate or currently in the process of obtaining it
• Previous experience in UAV maintenance or a related technical field is an advantage
• Passion for drone technology, particularly in repair and maintenance
• Strong technical aptitude and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Proficiency in both Afrikaans and English (spoken and written)
• Must have a valid driversâ license and be willing to travel as required

The successful candidate will be responsible for :

Diagnosing and repairing UAVs, ensuring they are in optimal working condition.

Performing routine maintenance and firmware updates on agricultural drones.

Conducting test flights to verify drone performance after repairs.

Assisting sales representatives with product demonstrations for potential clients.

Travelling to customer sites for on-site servicing and support.

Maintaining accurate records of repairs, parts used, and service history.

Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and best practices in UAV operations.

Providing technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients.

Setting up and configuring new drones for clients.

Conducting pre-delivery inspections and testing before dispatching drones to clients.

Please note that subsequent to the screening and shortlisting process, all further communication will be entered into, only with the shortlisted candidates