About This Role
Supporting aerial building and façade inspections is the core of this junior drone pilot role, working under the guidance of a senior pilot or project lead. The role involves assisting with drone operations, inspection photography, and site coordination, and suits a motivated individual with an interest in drones and building inspections.
Responsibilities
- Assist with planning drone flights, inspection routes, and photographic coverage
- Conduct pre-flight checks, including equipment condition, battery levels, weather, and site surroundings
- Operate drones under supervision and within the limits of competency, authorizations, and applicable aviation requirements
- Capture clear photographs and videos of building façades, roofs, and other designated inspection areas
- Support site safety arrangements, including exclusion zones, warning signage, and monitoring of surrounding activities
- Coordinate with the inspection team and site representatives during operations
- Organize, label, and transfer inspection photographs and videos for report preparation
- Assist with identifying and recording visible building defects under the inspection team’s guidance
- Maintain drones, batteries, and accessories, and keep flight and equipment records
- Assist with ground inspections and other assigned project duties
Requirements
- Entry-level candidates and fresh graduates are welcome to apply
- Nitec, Higher Nitec, or Diploma in engineering, built environment, aviation, photography, or a related discipline preferred
- Strong interest in drone operations, building inspections, and photography
- Willingness to attend training and obtain relevant qualifications required for assigned operations
- Comfortable working outdoors and travelling to different project sites
- Careful, responsible, and safety-conscious, with good attention to detail
- Able to follow instructions, communicate clearly, and work well in a team
- Basic computer skills for file management, Microsoft Office, and report support
- Willing to work occasional weekends when required by project schedules
Nice to have:
- Basic drone flying experience
- Relevant unmanned aircraft pilot license or training certification
- A valid Class 3 driving licence
Benefits
- Opportunities to develop skills in drone operations, inspection photography, and building defect documentation
- Progression towards independent inspection duties as competency and required qualifications are achieved
About the Company
Urbanvision Pte Ltd is a forward-thinking consultancy founded in January 2025, delivering high-impact inspection, technical advisory, and project management solutions across Singapore’s built environment. The company combines engineering expertise, advanced UAV technology, and practical on-site experience to help clients protect, enhance, and future-proof their assets. They specialize in Periodic Façade Inspection (PFI), Project Management for R&R and Waterproofing Works, Technical Audit & Building Diagnostics, and Pre- & Post-Construction Condition Surveys.