Remote Pilot - #1691933

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.

Quality, Safety, Health & Environment

• 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 ************@texorecruitment.co.uk