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Urgent: Remote Pilot

Sonomatic RAIS
Aberdeen
8 months ago
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About AUAV Established in 2013, and the onlyAustralian company in the global top 20 list by Drone IndustryInsights, AUAV is an award-winning drone services & datasolutions business. With ISO certification we have an impeccablesafety record and provide quality data to clients throughoutAustralia and the United Kingdom. Our inSite 3D GIS cloud dataplatform allows us to deliver an end-to-end solution for dronedata. We also offer consulting and mentoring support to customerswith their own drone programs. The Role We are seeking expressionsof interest for a proactive and experienced Remote Pilots. At theheart of our approach lies our “people-first” philosophy, where weprioritise the well-being and development of our team members. Inthis role, you will be responsible for UAV flight operations, allwhile promoting our core values of people, safety, quality andinnovation. Additionally, you will support the implementation ofAUAV training and initiatives, ensuring a culture of continuousimprovement and compliance within our Company. This role is open tobe based at either our Aberdeen or Grangemouth location Duties andResponsibilities As a Remote Pilot, your responsibilities willinclude, but are not limited to: - Ensure that operations areconducted in compliance with the CAA regulations and AUAVoperational authority. - Carry out UAV operations in accordancewith mission flight plan. - Maintaining the UAV’s in the field -Completion of all relevant flight documentation. - Data capture andfield validation. - Ensure all work scope are carried out inaccordance with the method statements and job risk assessments. -Stay up to date on all operational and safety procedures. - Supportthe Senior Remote Pilot & Chief Remote Pilot in their roles. -Comply with other duties and assignments as determined by theOperations team. Qualifications The successful candidate will havethe following: - UK remote pilot licence. A2CoFC / GVC. - ASMEPlant Inspector 1 (desirable). - BOSIET - MIST - OGUK OffshoreMedical Experiences The successful candidate will have thefollowing: - Minimum 2 years’ experience working in a similar role.- Minimum 2 Years’ UAV experience. - Minimum 1 years’ Oil & Gasexperience. - Minimum 1 Years’ Visual Inspection experience(desirable) - Minimum 1 years’ Surveying/photogrammetry experience(desirable). - Minimum 1 years’ Renewable Energy experience(desirable). - Experience in computer-based technology andcommercially available reporting software. - A good knowledge ofClient/HSE requirements for NDT inspection, procedures, riskassessments, and COSHH. Technical Knowledge - Good knowledge of UAVOperations and procedures. - Experience in drone data captureincluding the DJI fleet. - Experience in data capture for 3Dphotogrammetry. - Experience in terrestrial laser scanning. - Useof the Elios and DI Scout UAV for internal inspections. -Qualifications in asset inspection. Why AUAV? - Experience workingin a supportive environment that prioritises your well-being anddevelopment. - Work alongside a Leadership Group that fosterscollaboration and ownership within the Company. - Join a culturethat values continuous improvement and encourages innovativecontributions from all team members. - Be part of a team thatpromotes flexible working arrangements. - If you are passionateabout driving safety and fostering a safer workplace, we encourageyou to express your interest in joining AUAV and our growing team.You must have permanent United Kingdom working rights to beeligible for this role. Due to the high volume of applications onlyshortlisted candidates will be contacted. For more informationabout what we do, please visit our website atwww.AUAV.com.au

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