BetterDrones
Website:
betterdrones.in
Job details:
Experience: 2–6 Years
Location: Noida Sector 62, Uttar Pradesh (Extensive Travel Across India)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About BetterDrones
BetterDrones is a rapidly growing Drone, GIS, and Geospatial Technology company
specializing in Visual, Thermal, LiDAR, Mapping, AI-powered inspections, and Digital Twin
solutions for the Power & Infrastructure sectors.
We work with Power Utilities, Renewable Energy Companies, EPC Contractors, Transmission
Utilities, Railways, and Government Organizations, helping them inspect, monitor, and
manage critical infrastructure through cutting-edge drone technology.
We are looking for an experienced Field Operations Executive to lead and manage end-to
end execution of drone inspection and survey projects across India while ensuring
operational excellence, safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
Candidates with prior experience as Drone Pilots in the Power Sector will be highly
preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
- Plan, schedule, and execute drone inspection and survey projects.
- Coordinate project mobilization, manpower deployment, equipment movement, travel, accommodation, and logistics.
- Ensure project readiness before site deployment.
Field Operations Management
- Lead and supervise drone pilots, surveyors, and field engineers during project execution.
- Ensure smooth day-to-day field operations while maintaining productivity and quality.
- Resolve operational issues and minimize project delays.
Client Coordination
- Act as the primary point of contact during project execution.
- Coordinate with client representatives regarding site access, project schedules, permissions, and deliverables.
- Maintain strong professional relationships with clients throughout project execution.
Compliance & Safety
- Ensure adherence to DGCA regulations, aviation guidelines, client SOPs, and BetterDrones safety standards.
- Promote safe flying practices and ensure compliance with all operational protocols.
- Equipment & Asset Management
- Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, transportation, and utilization of drones, GNSS equipment, LiDAR systems, batteries, and field accessories.
- Maintain equipment logs and report maintenance requirements.
Documentation & Reporting
- Review flight logs, survey records, field reports, and project documentation.
- Ensure accurate daily reporting and project status updates.
- Coordinate with GIS and Data Processing teams for timely delivery of outputs.
Team Leadership
- Guide, mentor, and support field teams to achieve project objectives.
- Ensure discipline, accountability, and adherence to company policies during field deployments.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following domains will be preferred:
- Drone-based Power Transmission Line Inspection
- Distribution Line Inspection
- Solar Plant Inspection
- Thermal Inspection
- LiDAR Survey Projects
- Topographic Surveys
- Corridor Mapping
- Infrastructure Inspection Projects
- Railway or Highway Survey Projects
Required Skills
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent project planning and execution abilities
- Hands-on experience in drone operations and field execution
- Good understanding of DGCA regulations and aviation safety
- Knowledge of Power Transmission and Infrastructure projects
- Strong communication and client management skills
- Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Strong documentation and reporting skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and project reporting tools
- Willingness to travel extensively across India
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Surveying, GIS, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, or a related field.
- DGCA Remote Pilot Certificate will be an added advantage.
- Experience managing drone field teams is highly preferred.
Why Join BetterDrones?
- Work on some of India's largest Drone, LiDAR, Thermal, GIS, and AI-powered inspection projects.
- Lead high-impact field operations for Power Transmission, Renewable Energy, and Infrastructure sectors.
- Work with enterprise clients, government organizations, and national-level projects.
- Exposure to cutting-edge drone technologies and advanced geospatial solutions.
- Fast-track career growth in one of India's rapidly expanding drone technology companies.
- Opportunity to work with experienced industry professionals and build leadership capabilities.
Travel Requirement
This role requires extensive travel across India. Candidates should be comfortable working at remote project locations for extended durations based on project requirements.
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