About This Role
Piloting drones for construction operations and maintaining specialized machinery are the core tasks for this RPAS Pilot role. This position suits an individual who thrives in dynamic construction environments and is committed to safety and quality.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain Infravision proprietary construction equipment machinery and field robotics, including drone payloads, winches, puller/tensioners, light and heavy vehicles, and cranes
- Pilot drones in multiple weight classes (including >25kg) for construction operations in Australia and internationally
- Operate UAS in active construction environments, ensuring safe flight operations and mission success
- Conduct rigging and dogging activities on construction sites, including lifting loads, directing loads, and pulling synthetic and wire ropes for transmission line construction
- Operate in accordance with CASA legislation
- Carry out all work in accordance with relevant WHSE regulations and procedures
- Perform construction support activities, such as manual handling, machine operation, and site logistics
- Work in remote environments, interstate, and internationally
- Partake in daily site meetings, noting instructions from site management, crew leaders, and others regarding planned tasks
- Plan and prepare for upcoming work, assuming responsibility for assigned equipment
- Actively participate in hazard identification, reporting, and mitigation in the workplace
- Demonstrate initiative by seeking additional work if tasks are completed
- Work varied DIDO and/or FIFO roster cycles, depending on project requirements
- Work under the direction of management, site supervisors, and crew leaders
- Assist other Infravision business departments in reaching their goals
- Conduct planning and preparation for upcoming projects and work activities
- Review and collaborate on the development of Infravision operational documentation
- Maintain currency for all required competencies through training and development
- Perform administrative tasks utilizing Infravision’s suite of software systems
Requirements
- Working rights in Australia
- Maintain a current driver’s license with no restrictions
- Maintain a current passport with no restrictions
- Able to enthusiastically operate in construction environments in a range of conditions to deliver field services
- Ability and willingness to travel both domestically and occasionally internationally
- Ability and willingness to work DIDO/FIFO as required for project-related works (a typically recurring monthly working roster could be 21 days on site, 7 days at home)
