Drone Opperator - KZN
Overview
We are looking for a skilled and safety-conscious Drone Operator / Remote Pilot to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and professional operation of drones/RPAS equipment for aerial photography, inspections, surveying, mapping, monitoring and other commercial applications.
Requirements
- Valid SACAA Remote Pilot Licence/Certificate (RPL/RPC) appropriate to the operation
- Relevant aviation medical certificate where required
- Demonstrable commercial drone/RPAS flying experience
- Strong understanding of drone safety, airspace awareness and flight planning
- Experience operating professional-grade drones and camera/sensor payloads
- Valid South African driver's licence
- Ability and willingness to travel and work on-site
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
Responsibilities
- Operate drones/RPAS safely and professionally in accordance with approved procedures and applicable South African aviation regulations
- Conduct pre-flight planning, risk assessments, site assessments and equipment inspections
- Perform safe take-off, flight and landing operations
- Capture high-quality aerial photography, video and other required data
- Conduct aerial inspections, surveys, mapping, monitoring and other project-specific drone operations
- Operate cameras, sensors, GPS and other payloads as required
- Maintain accurate flight logs, maintenance records and operational documentation
- Carry out routine drone, battery and equipment checks and report defects or maintenance requirements
- Ensure all flights are properly planned and authorised before operation
- Monitor weather, airspace, surrounding hazards and other operational risks
- Work closely with clients, project managers, surveyors, engineers and other field personnel
- Process, organise and securely store captured imagery and flight data
- Assist with post-flight data processing and reporting where required
- Maintain and update knowledge of applicable aviation regulations, company procedures and industry best practice
- Represent the company professionally when working on client sites
- Travel to project sites throughout South Africa as required
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