UAV Pilot - Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

Job Title: UAV Pilot - Offshore Oil & Gas Specialist

Location: Preferably based near Glasgow, UK (For deployment logistics)

Contract Type: Contract

Rate: £TBC

Start Date: July 2025

Deployment Schedule: 2-week offshore deployments in July, August, September, mid-October - more dates to be confirmed

Expenses: May be covered where reasonable

️ Join a Cutting-Edge UAV Operations Team in Offshore Oil & Gas

UAV Pilot with strong offshore experience to support our expanding UAV inspection operations. This role is ideal for a drone professional who thrives in dynamic, high-stakes environments and is ready to contribute to industry-leading asset inspections using UAV, LiDAR, and photogrammetry tech.

What You'll Be Doing:

Offshore UAV Inspections

• Perform Close Visual Inspections (CVI) and General Visual Inspections (GVI) on offshore rigs
• Operate DJI M350 externally and Elios 3 for confined/internal spaces
• Collaborate with inspection engineers on high-priority asset surveys

Onshore & General Survey Projects

• Support land-based inspections and cross-industry survey work
• Capture and deliver high-resolution photogrammetry and LiDAR data
• Contribute to the creation of digital twins and detailed 3D infrastructure models

What We're Looking For:

Essential Skills & Experience

• Offshore experience with up-to-date survival certification (BOSIET, etc.)
• Proficient in UAV operations using DJI M350 and Elios 3
• Strong understanding of photogrammetry and LiDAR workflows
• Comfortable operating in industrial/confined space environments
• Willingness to travel across the UK and internationally

Desirable

• Experience with terrestrial or mobile laser scanners (e.g., Faro, Leica)
• International drone certifications, especially within Europe
• Familiarity with 3D modelling and digital asset management workflows

Why Join Us?

Be part of a fast-moving team transforming inspection standards in oil & gas. You'll work with innovative tools, expert teams, and global clients while enjoying a flexible and supportive contract structure.

Interested?

Email Earl Amaglo at to apply or find out more.