Drone Pilots — Global Energy Operations

WWX is growing its drone team to meet new demand across energy infrastructure. We are looking for experienced contractors and permanent hires to strengthen our core team and support projects worldwide.

The work covers wind turbine inspections, safety flights, site surveys, pilot training and wider commercial drone operations. We’ll talk through the scope, location and operating requirements with suitable applicants.

The work

• Plan and conduct safe inspection, survey and safety flights to the agreed project scope.
• Prepare and care for aircraft, payloads, batteries and other assigned equipment; complete checks and report defects.
• Assess site hazards, weather and airspace before flight, following the permissions, procedures and local rules that apply to the operation.
• Capture clear inspection and survey data, organise files and hand over the agreed outputs.
• Keep flight records up to date and report operational issues or incidents promptly.
• Support pilot training where appropriate to your qualifications, experience and the agreed scope.

Rates and expenses

• Contract rate: £400 per day for successful, experienced candidates.
• Permanent salaries discussed separately.
• Expenses reimbursed every two weeks.

Apply with your CV, licences or qualifications held, operational experience, preferred locations and availability. Let’s talk through where you could fit and the scope of the work.