Job Title: Drone Operator / UAV Pilot
Duration: Ongoing freelance assignment
Workload: Full time hours
Setup: Freelance (Daily rate / Limited Company / Umbrella / Sole Trader)
Location: Located in Spain or France
The client is seeking experienced drone pilots capable of operating civil UAVs ranging from 35kg to 100kg for technical field operations across France and Spain.
Key Responsibilities:
Operate and manage medium-weight civil drones *******kg) for survey, inspection, monitoring, or operational field missions.
Conduct pre-flight checks, safety assessments, and post-flight reporting.
Ensure compliance with French/Spanish aviation regulations and client-specific safety protocols.
Collaborate with ground teams and technical specialists to plan and execute missions.
Maintain and troubleshoot drone systems, payload equipment, and flight software.
Capture accurate operational data and ensure secure transfer of imagery/telemetry.
Must-Have Skills:
Proven experience flying civil drones in the ******kg category.
Valid UAV pilot certification relevant to France or Spain (e.g., EASA-compliant licences).
Strong knowledge of UAV control systems, telemetry, and flight-planning software.
Experience working in outdoor field environments with technical equipment.
Ability to relocate or travel long-term within France or Spain.
Nice-to-Have:
Experience with LiDAR, mapping sensors, or industrial payloads.
Mechanical or electrical knowledge of UAV platforms.
Previous work in energy, environmental, agricultural, or infrastructure sectors.
Multilingual skills (French or Spanish).