Alcoa is seeking a Senior Remote Pilot & Technical Specialist to transform drone operations across our Australian sites. This role blends strategic thinking, high-precision piloting, and technical leadership to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational insight. You will be the go-to expert for integrating drone solutions into asset monitoring, environmental management, and production.
What You'll Do
- Develop proposals and submissions for new operating capabilities, including drafting, consulting and negotiating with CASA.
- Oversee day-to-day flight operations, reviewing and approving flight plans in line with regulations and internal procedures.
- Identify and implement drone technology solutions across business units.
- Lead deployment of new drone and sensor technologies, including documentation, licensing, and regulatory approvals.
- Deliver training packages and coach experienced operators and citizen pilots.
- Collaborate with the workforce and specialist pilots to deliver complex, high-impact solutions.
- Drive safety initiatives and ensure compliance in industrial environments.
What We're Looking For
- Current CASA Remote Pilot Licence for 25kg+ aircraft.
- Minimum 500 hours of drone piloting.
- Minimum 200+ hours in industrial inspection environments.
- Operational and regulatory expertise with proven capability operating under a ReOC.
- Strong track record in developing and deploying drone technologies.
- Ability to integrate data into business management systems.
- Previous experience in training development and delivery.
- Physical capability to work safely in varied outdoor industrial conditions.
- Willingness to travel with a flexible work approach.
- Valid Australian Driver’s Licence.
Nice to Have
- CASA Remote Pilot Licence for 150kg aircraft.
- Endorsements such as OONP, EVLOS, and BVLOS OCTA.
- Experience with DJI and Flyability equipment.
- Demonstrated collaboration with CASA.
- Familiarity with manned aviation.
- Tertiary qualifications in technical, engineering, or business disciplines.
Technical Stack
- DJI equipment
- Flyability equipment
Team & Environment
Reporting to the Chief Remote Pilot.
Benefits & Compensation
- Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.
- Flexible hybrid working options available.
- Parental leave support for all caregivers.
- Generous leave entitlements including a leisure day off every 4-week period.
- Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.
- Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.
Work Mode
This is a hybrid role based in the South-West of WA or at Alcoa’s Portland Smelter in Victoria.
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