Drone Pilot

Posted 13 March 2025 in Fixed Wing, CPL, Australia, Rotary Wing

ROCKETDNA AUSTRALIA
Location: Adelaide (SA)
Role: Casual / Part-Time Remote Drone Operator
Mining / Resources / Energy / Agriculture

About Us

RocketDNA is an ASX-listed, leading innovator in the drone industry, specializing in drone services across a variety of sectors. Our mission is to revolutionize industries through the application of drone technology, providing efficient, cost-effective and safe solutions to our clients worldwide. We are currently rolling out new remote drone operations in a variety of industries in Australia and we are looking for casual drone pilots to staff our centre in Adelaide.

About the Role

As RocketDNA continues to expand operations across the country, we are looking for energetic and dedicated drone pilots to join our team of professionals in the aerial survey and mapping space. This role entails the planning and execution of drone flights from a Remote Operating Centre in Adelaide (Parafield). This is a casual position with the option for flexible work, including night shifts and weekends. The ideal candidate will already have an IREX rating or BVLOS accreditation.

Key Duties include

  • Execute and supervise all allocated flights at the remote operating centre during a shift; including flight planning & tracking
  • Accountable for the safe operation of each drone
  • Confident with radio communication across aviation networks
  • Ability to work independently and efficiently
  • Conduct aerial surveying and mapping tasks from the remote centre
  • Process flight data and complete documentation
  • Track & maintain all relevant flight and maintenance documentation
  • Deliver quality professional services to our clients
  • Maintaining a high level of compliance within CASA regulations and requirements

Skills and Experience
The preferred candidate would have:

  • Prior experience in the aviation industry - PPL or CPL would be an advantage
  • Must have a drone license
  • IREX Rating or BVLOS training – beneficial
  • Remote Operating Centre Experience – beneficial
  • Willingness to grow, learn & work against a flexible schedule

Benefits of the role

  • Become part of an innovative and growing international company
  • Variety of work – sites across a range of industries
  • Work with a young and dynamic team

All candidates must have the right to work in Australia

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