UAV Operator Apprenticeship ASPIRE DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED

As part of the Drone Surveyor Apprenticeship, you will first be mentored by one of our Drone Operators to become a safe and efficient Drone Operator. You’ll operate to the letter of the law, adhere to our internal flight safety policies, and complete timely roof surveys across all our garrisons.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 12 Jul 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £22,308.00

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm (can be flexible)

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    24 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    11 Jun 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000256785

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Adhere to ADSL’s Values and Standards complying with management policies and procedures
  • Engage fully with Drone Operator and B&CE Surveyor mentor
  • Complete mandatory training for General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC) for UAV Operations
  • Completing all aspects of the Level 3 Surveying Technician course in accordance with course providers objectives
  • Operate the Drone safely and in accordance with associated legislation and ADSL UAV Operations Manual conducting aerial operations to undertake building surveys
  • Contribute to condition reports by supplying B&CE Surveying Team with rooftop condition assessments
  • Complete Drone Flight Operations administrative tasks
  • Maintain the Drone Teams Operation Manual, keeping it up to date with current UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Regulations and UAV legislation
  • Maintain the Drone and all associated UAV equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and legislation
  • Ensure the Drone batteries are maintained in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and the register is updated 

The training you will be getting

  • Surveying Technician Level 3
  • Higher national certificate (HNC)
  • Training will be delivered online via ESC, apprentice will need to travel to ESC for exams

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Pathway to full-time Drone Operator at ADSL upon successful completion.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Problem solving skills, Team working

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4+) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 4+) Essential
A Level or equivalent Relevant Qualification (Grade Grade C or 4+) Desired

About the employer

With a 35-year contract, making soldiers’ lives better is at the heart of everything we do at Aspire Defence Services. Seriously, picture a heart (the real one) and imagine how hard it works to keep the body running, making sure every part gets exactly what it needs to thrive. That’s our mission; to deliver a modern, fully serviced, flexible working environment for soldiers. And just as the heart needs certain parts to keep the body alive, we need the dedication and commitment of our people to support our customers. We deliver a broad range of services for one-third of the British Army living and working on our patch, and we're proud of the work we do. We’re all about nurturing great teams, and our award-winning safety and wellbeing initiatives are built on keeping an eye out for one another and having a good work-life balance.

Employer

ASPIRE DEFENCE SERVICES LIMITED

Address

Aspire Business Centre

Ordnance Road

Tidworth

SP9 7QD

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Training

Training provider

EAST SURREY COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Surveying technician

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 12 Jul 2024