Advanced Drone Operator | Advanced Drone Operator

Advanced Drone Operator

Company :

GroundTruth Exploration is a company with a dedicated team providing new and innovative exploration methods which help increase the odds of successful mineral deposit discoveries.

With our Drones to Drills™ approach, we significantly reduce exploration costs and environmental impact.

Currently, there is a growing demand for UAV based Magnetics, Aerial Imagery, LiDAR, and various other UAV-based Geophysical surveys.

GroundTruth Exploration seeks to hire a successful candidate to join their team as an Advanced Drone Pilot Operator to assist and lead GroundTruth’s UAV Geophysical Surveys.

Job Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced drone pilot to join our team working across Canada and Internationally on client mineral exploration projects.

The successful candidate should have working knowledge and hands on experience using drones and drone technologies / software.

The pilots must have an advanced drone license certified by Transport Canada. The job will require the individual to work independently and collaboratively with other pilots and members of the team.

Project locations vary, with many based in Canada, but with the expectation of more Internationally in the future. In general, project locations are in remote regions of the country where greenfields mineral exploration projects are likely to take place.

The ideal candidate should be ready and able to work in adverse and remote wilderness locations, on a project by project basis.

Working Conditions :

The position requires employees to work outside in various terrain and weather conditions. The weather conditions include but are not limited to;

a temperature range of -35 C to +35 C, very dry to very humid climate, heavy rainfall, lightning storms, wind and snow. Terrain can vary from rolling hills to steep mountain sides.

A typical field season runs from mid-May to late October. Work days are 12-hour shifts that run 7 days a week for the duration of the project unless otherwise stated.

The project location may be reached by a variety of transportation methods such as; truck, helicopter, boat, fixed-wing aircraft or all-terrain vehicles.

Accommodations will be provided depending on location, and may consist of a wall tent with satellite internet and all other camp elements.

Employees will be working and living in close quarters with the rest of their crew for the duration of the project. Extreme isolation in a wilderness setting is one of the perks of the job but is also one of the factors that increases the risks with this type of work.

Wildlife is plentiful, including bears and moose. Communication outside of camp may be limited as there is no cellphone service.

Exploration projects are frequently remote and isolated. It is important to recognize that transportation between the project and the city may take upwards of 10 hours.

Responsibilities :

• Operate drones safely and efficiently to complete each day’s tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all Transport Canada regulations and guidelines for drone operations.
• Conduct pre-flight checks and assess potential hazards before each flight.
• Maintain and calibrate drones and equipment as required.
• Design and plan drone flights based on large regional survey blocks, taking into consideration terrain variability and drone capabilities.
• Communicate with clients, team members, and Senior geophysicist regarding project details, deadlines, and geophysical survey related topics.
• Perform real-time QA / QC of data collected during flights and provide insights and recommendations to clients.

Requirements :

• Strong understanding of drone technology, regulations, and safety protocols.
• Advanced RPAS Pilot License issued by Transport Canada.
• Strong computer skills, with experience using Drone Flight Planning software
• Experience designing and executing flight plans.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Must be a mature individual with a positive attitude.
• Ability to work in adverse and remote work locations.
• Ability to safely and comfortably lift up to 50lbs.
• Valid Passport.
• Experience working in and around helicopters is considered an asset.
• Experience using ATVs / UTVs, Snow Machines is considered an asset.
• Experience operating Garmin GPS devices, Satellite Phones, and hand held radios is considered an asset.

To apply for this position, please submit your resume.

Job Type : Seasonal

Advanced Drone Operator

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