Casual | Field-Based | Australia-wide About the Role We’re looking for a Perth WA based Drone Pilot to join our field team, working on airborne geophysical survey projects across Australia and the world. This is a hands-on, real-world role — you’ll be operating UAV systems in remote and regional environments, collecting high-quality data and working alongside experienced field crews. If you enjoy flying big, long endurance sophisticated drones , problem-solving, and working outdoors , this is a great opportunity to build your skills in a growing industry and fast growing business. ✅ What’s in it for you Competitive field-based pay Work with large, long endurance UAV and geophysical technology Complex survey operations that will require problem solving Travel to unique and remote locations across Australia Supportive team environment with experienced operators as mentors Opportunity to develop specialised UAV and survey capability and knowledge What You’ll Be Doing Operating UAVs in line with CASA requirements and company procedures Planning and carrying out drone survey flights Conducting pre-flight checks, site assessments, and risk planning Capturing and recording high-quality survey data Maintaining UAV equipment and troubleshooting issues in the field Working in collaboration with ground geophysical field teams Ensuring data quality meets project requirements What We’re Looking For ✅ Essential RePL sub 25kg Multirotor and preferably but not essential sub 25kg VTOL Experience operating drones (recreational or commercial) (Ardupilot preferred) Strong focus on safety and risk management Comfortable working outdoors and in remote environments Able to work away for 2–3 weeks at a time Good team attitude and reliability Unrestricted manual driver’s licence Able to pass medical and drug & alcohol screening ⭐ Highly Regarded (but not essential) Experience in surveying, mapping, or geophysics Mining or exploration experience 4WD or remote driving experience Mechanical or hands-on skills First Aid certification Where You’ll Be Working Remote and regional locations across Australia Mine sites, exploration projects, and field camps Mix of DIDO and FIFO depending on project About Us Shift Geophysics is an innovative airborne geophysics contractor working across mining exploration, oil & gas, engineering and defence sectors. We focus on delivering high-quality data through advanced technology and innovative acquisition techniques, helping clients improve their ability to detect subsurface deposits. Our work includes the use of specialised platforms such as gradient magnetic systems, designed to deliver: High resolution Low noise Reliable and accurate data Learn more: www.shift-geo.com Apply Now If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Only candidates with valid Australian work rights will be considered for this position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
