Drone Pilot
Thames Water
Conduct aerial & underground drone surveys for asset inspections.
8 days ago ago
ÂŁ35,000 - ÂŁ40,000
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Greenwich, England, United Kingdom
Field
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Operations
Customer Service
Engineering & Technical
Digital
Business & Corporate
Laboratory
Sector Specialisms
Water Supply
Wastewater Treatment
Infrastructure
Environmental Performance
Sewer Maintenance
Leak Detection
Metering
Sewer Flooding Prevention
Role
What you would be doing
uav maintenance
data capture
survey planning
regulatory compliance
drone survey
ground support
- Maintain UAV equipment and flight logs
- Capture and process data for 3D modelling
- Collaborate across teams to identify survey opportunities
- Ensure compliance with CAA regulations
- Conduct aerial & underground drone surveys
- Support below-ground teams during peak times
What you bring
drone licence
driving licence
uav hours
confined space
it skills
mentoring
We're looking for a skilled Drone Operative to support asset inspections above and below ground. You'll help reduce confined space entries, improve maintenance planning, and mentor fellow pilots.
đź“Ť Locations: Hammersmith, Greenwich, Stratford (with travel across sites)
🕒 Hours: 36/week (Mon–Fri)
- Experience writing Safe Systems of Work
- UK GVC drone licence
- A full UK driving licence
- Knowledge of UK airspace & confined space safety
- Extensive UAV flying hours
- Confined Space, Work at Heights, First Aid certifications
- Strong IT/data processing skills
💰 Salary: £35–40k + Van + Pension + 26 days holiday + Wellbeing benefits
At Thames Water, no two days are the same. You’ll find purpose in your work, support to grow your career, and flexibility to balance life. We offer a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and supported throughout the recruitment process.
You’ll also have the chance to volunteer as a customer ambassador during major events—an incredibly rewarding way to connect with our mission and colleagues.
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Company
Overview
30+ Years
Company History
The company has been serving the region for over three decades, establishing a long-standing presence.
15M+ Customers
Customer Reach
The company provides essential water and wastewater services to over fifteen million individuals annually.
- Delivering clean water and wastewater services across London and the Thames Valley.
- Operates a vast network of infrastructure to meet the needs of its customers.
- Focusing on sustainable water solutions and addressing climate change challenges.
- Key player in major infrastructure projects, including the Thames Tideway Tunnel.
- Involved in energy production through renewable initiatives like hydropower.
- Committed to improving water quality, reliability, and customer service.
- We care about doing the right thing for our customers and the environment.
- We put safety and wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.
- We believe in the power of collaboration and working as one team.
- We embrace innovation and constantly look for better ways of doing things.
- We take responsibility for our actions and their impact on others.
- We are open, transparent, and accountable in all our dealings.
ÂŁ2 billion
Sustainable Investment
The company has made a significant investment in sustainable infrastructure to support its environmental goals.
73%
Carbon Efficiency
The company has improved its carbon efficiency by reducing emissions through various initiatives and investments.
15%
Water Leakage Target
The company is working towards reducing water leakage to ensure more efficient water distribution and conservation.
100%
Wastewater Recycling
The company aims to fully recycle its wastewater by 2030, contributing to water conservation efforts.
- Achieved net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
- Enhanced water efficiency and reduced leakage.
- Planted over 500,000 trees as part of sustainability initiatives.
50% Female Representation
Target by 2025
Aim to achieve 50% gender diversity at senior levels by 2025.
12% Increase
Female Leadership Growth
Observed a 12% rise in female representation in senior leadership over three years.
30% Minority Ethnic Background
Diverse Employee Representation
More than 30% of employees identify as being from minority ethnic backgrounds.
40% Workforce Target
Female Workforce Goal
Aiming for 40% female representation across the entire workforce by 2025.
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