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This position may be subject to additional terms including medical checks, drug/alcohol and background screening at pre-employment and during post-employment.
Key job responsibilities
As a Flight Monitor you will be responsible for continuously monitoring all active drones within your assigned region using our state-of-the-art tracking and monitoring systems. You will identify and promptly respond to any deviations from planned flight paths or operational parameters.
This role is critical to our mission of delivering packages safely, efficiently, and reliably through our advanced drone fleet. As a Flight Monitor, you will oversee real-time drone operations, ensure full compliance with operational standards, and uphold the highest levels of safety and efficiency. In addition, you will support daily briefings and assist with other site requirements to ensure smooth and safe flight operations.
About the team
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BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- CAA A1 & A3 Drone certificate
- Experience in operating unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) or general aviation experience.
- Experience in working collaboratively with all levels of the organization to promote a strong safety culture.
- A understanding of CAP 722 and SORA
- Excellent business communication skills.
- Fluency in English (minimum CEFR level C1) required
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- UK GVC drone pilot certification
- Experience in the aviation industry.
- Understanding of how to perform a risk assessment
- UK CAA Flyer ID
- UK CAA A2 certificate
- Knowledge of Aviation Safety Standards
- Knowledge of UK CAA regulatory environment