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UAV Operations Manager

1 month ago


Harpenden, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Plowman Craven Full time

UAV Lead Role Overview

This role reports to the Head of Survey and is an integral part of a dynamic organisation poised for rapid expansion and global reach. As UAV Lead, you will have access to some of the most modern technologies in UAV surveying and the resources to excel at your craft.

Main Responsibilities

  • Support sales for UAV solutions and lead the development of the UAV UK & India team.
  • Innovate and implement technology to enhance UAV capabilities and drive innovation within the business.
  • Ensure compliance and certification with CAA regulations and maintain strict adherence to operational procedures.
  • Act as a UAV solutions specialist, working closely with the sales team to convert opportunities and develop new UAV revenue streams.
  • Oversee UAV day-to-day operations and coordinate data processing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strong leadership to the global UAV team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development to enhance their skills and capabilities.
  • Drive the development and implementation of new UAV technologies, facilitating transformational changes and continuous improvement across our projects.
  • Maintain strict adherence to CAA regulations and certifications, ensuring all operational procedures are up-to-date and compliant.
  • Act as a UAV solutions specialist, working closely with the sales team to convert opportunities and develop new UAV revenue streams.
  • To take the role of UAV Lead and ensure the delivery of high-quality workmanship across the UAV team.

What You Get

  • A vibrant, passionate, and collaborative working culture.
  • A learning culture to excel through professional development and management training opportunities.
  • Competitive remuneration packages with performance-related bonus.
  • Generous annual leave allowance.
  • Company laptop and phone.
  • Wellbeing and social events programme.
  • Hybrid working (HQ in Harpenden).

Person Specification

  • Proven experience running a UAV department, ensuring compliance with CAA and Health & Safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated success in closing deals with clients, including managing existing accounts and acquiring new clients.
  • Proficient in photogrammetry and LiDAR processing, with a strong background in surveying and operating UAVs.
  • UAV operational experience, particularly in Specific categories: VLOS (Visual Line of Sight), EVLOS (Extended Visual Line of Sight), and BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight).
  • A minimum of 4 years in the UAV space
  • Experience in surveying
  • Sound understanding of CAA requirements and how to deliver on them.
  • Experience in photogrammetry and associated processing is desirable.