At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage exciting drone projects across the UK, ensuring successful delivery.
- Company: Established tech company specialising in advanced drone services.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, benefits package, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career advancement in a growing field.
- Why this job: Join a cutting-edge industry and make an impact in commercial drone operations.
- Qualifications: Experience in commercial UAV operations and project management skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
- Operations Manager – Commercial Drone Operations
- Location
- Cambridge / Norwich / Bicester / Hybrid — UK Travel Required
- Salary
An established technology business delivering advanced drone services is looking for an experienced Operations Manager to oversee the planning, coordination and successful delivery of commercial UAV projects across the UK.
This position is suited to someone who has built their career within commercial drone operations and is comfortable taking ownership of multiple projects, managing field teams and acting as the key operational contact for customers.
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the end-to-end planning and execution of commercial drone projects.
- Coordinate aerial survey, mapping, inspection and data capture activities across multiple customer sites.
- Produce operational schedules, deployment plans and resource allocations to ensure successful project delivery.
- Manage the availability and deployment of aircraft, sensors, vehicles, equipment and operational personnel.
- Support the delivery of complex flight operations, including beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) activities where appropriate.
- Technical Skills
- Planning and delivering aerial survey and data capture projects.
- Managing drone-based mapping, inspection and monitoring operations.
- Working with Li DAR and other remote sensing technologies.
- Preparing mission plans for complex UAV deployments.
- Conducting site assessments, operational planning and risk management.
- Operating professional-grade UAV platforms and integrated sensor payloads.
We’re looking for an experienced operational leader with a strong background in commercial UAV operations and a proven track record of delivering projects in the field.
This position is best suited to someone who has progressed through operational drone roles and has practical experience leading commercial UAV projects.
Operations Manager – Drone Operations in England employer: Future Talent Group
Future Talent Group is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture, perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the telecoms sector. With a focus on employee growth, we offer continuous learning opportunities and the chance to lead transformative projects from anywhere, ensuring a flexible work-life balance. Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values your expertise and encourages you to drive meaningful change.
