We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Drone Pilot to join our rapidly growing team in the commercial drone industry. This is your chance to be part of an innovative organisation delivering critical drone services across the UK.
We are seeking a licensed and technically proficient Drone Pilot to conduct aerial surveys and inspections on building sites. You will play a crucial role in capturing accurate data and imagery to support construction planning and progress monitoring. The role requires technical expertise, operational precision, and a passion for emerging technologies in the drone industry.
DEADLINE: FRIDAY 17TH OCTOBER 2025
What we’re looking for
UK GVC Certification | 50+ hours of commercial logged flights (30+ in the past year) | Experience with survey data capture, ground control, and creating digital twins | Strong knowledge of drone technology and DJI products | Full UK driving licence (max 6 points) | Flexible to travel, work outdoors, and occasionally stay away | Confident communicator with strong organisational skills.
Nice to have
Surveying background or GIS knowledge | Experience with advanced drones (e.g. DJI M300), LiDAR, or BVLOS | First aid training or inspection qualifications
APPLICANTS WILL IDEALLY BE LOCATED AROUND THE LONDON AREA FOR ACCESS TO SITES ACROSS THE SOUTH EAST, HERTFORDSHIRE AND ESSEX
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MEET THE TEAM
Jim holds the position of Managing Director at Drone Surveying, a company dedicated to providing specialised survey services to the construction industry. Operating nationwide, Jim and his team deliver precise survey-grade data to construction companies, revolutionising their earth management processes and saving them valuable time, resources and money.
Kylie plays a key role as Operations Director to the team at Drone Surveying, providing essential administrative and financial support to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflow. With a proactive attitude and exceptional organisational skills, Kylie serves as the backbone of the organisation, managing administrative tasks and facilitating communication both internally and externally.
Joining Drone Surveying in 2023, Anna brings many transferable skills to the team such as strong communication abilities, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Her experience in the Education sector has honed her ability to develop and implement strategic plans, which she now applies to the task of developing the business at Drone Surveying.
With over 15 years experience in civil engineering within the housebuild industry, and previous experience with design consultancy and contractors, Greg brings extensive skills to the Drone Surveying team. Greg’s advanced knowledge will maximise the benefits our detailed datasets bring to our clients.
With a passion for aviation and technology, Simon plays a crucial role in ensuring the accurate and efficient execution of aerial surveys, utilising state-of-the-art drone technology. As a certified drone operator, Simon possesses extensive knowledge of aviation regulations and safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and guidelines.
Tom brings a dynamic blend of digital expertise and piloting skills to his role as the Digital and Creative Manager / Drone Operator at Drone Surveying. With a passion for technology and creativity, Tom plays a key role in enhancing the company’s digital presence while leveraging drone technology for surveying purposes.
With a passion for aviation and a keen eye for detail, Ben plays a significant role in conducting precise and efficient aerial surveys using cutting-edge drone technology. As a certified drone pilot, Ben possesses in-depth knowledge of aviation regulations and safety protocols, ensuring the safe and compliant operation of drone flights in various environments.
Max is a true virtuoso in the digital realm, bringing a unique blend of technical expertise and creative flair to his role as a CAD Expert and Video Specialist. With a passion for innovation and a keen eye for detail, Max plays a crucial role in transforming raw survey data into comprehensive visualisations and engaging multimedia content.
With a background in construction, Robbie contributes significantly to the delivery of accurate and efficient aerial surveys through the use of advanced drone technology. As a certified drone pilot, Robbie brings a strong understanding of aviation regulations and safety procedures, ensuring all drone operations are carried out safely and in full compliance across a range of environments.
Our passion is precision. We take pride in our work, and go the extra mile to ensure our clients can rely on the data we provide, every time.
Our data has proven itself invaluable time and time again, saving our clients hundreds of thousands of pounds.
We’d like to help EVERY house builder, with regular aerial surveys for all – let us show you what we can do, contact us for a free demo today,
I have worked with DRONE SURVEYING for some years now, from checking a boundary of new land to auditing earthworks. The use of drones on our sites is now standard; we monitor progress and calculate cut and fill via the online software as our sites progress.
The use of regular mass data collection and the latest drone technology and practises will without doubt save us time and money on our sites.
We use DRONE SURVEYING on all of our sites to support our cut and fill strategy, with regular surveys and their cutting-edge software, we are able to manage our sites much more effectively.
Having now worked with DRONE SURVEYING engineering solutions for a number of years, their services have proven to be invaluable conducting our volumetric surveys, progress videos and cut and fill support. The drone data platform has allowed us to get the best from the data with full support and training provided from the DS team
The drone data helps us to make quicker and smarter key decisions to ensure we have budget and time control on our projects. Having monthly surveys on our sites ensures we keep full control of all earth movements.
Using aerial imagery from drone surveys helps us anticipate errors or mistakes in the next stage of development instead of waiting for work to start on the ground. This proactive approach has saved us hundreds of thousands of pounds; a reactive approach can be costly