Chief Remote Pilot and Aerial Solutions lead at Diospatial where I am responsible for leading a team of professional remote pilots, that have a culture of providing outcomes based solutions for engineering clients in the built and natural environment. Chief Remote Pilot Responsibilities• Compliance with CASA Regulations • Maintaining Operations Manual and Library• Training and upskilling remote pilots in LiDAR and photogrammetry captures• Operations management and of personnel and RPA resources• Improving efficiency and quality of RPA capture

As Operations Manager, I manage a team of remote pilots and surveyors to deliver complex spatial projects for asset owners and engineering consultants. The operations role requires me to oversee projects from award through to delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is prioritised throughout the project lifecycle. As Operations Manager my responsibilities are:• Project Planning and Scope Definition• Scheduling and allocating resources to complete field works and processing tasks.• Maintain regular communication with clients, internal teams, and external suppliers• Oversee data acquisition using drone LiDAR and photogrammetry systems.• Ensure data quality, accuracy, and adherence to project specifications.• Preparation of comprehensive project reports and geospatial deliverables

As an engineer with commercial RPA experience, I joined Diospatial as an Operations Engineer. I was the first employee, brought on board to help develop the business' RPA capabilities. I played a pivot role in establishing drone LiDAR and photogrammetry reality modelling with the specific goal of servicing engineering consultants and asset owners.As an Operations Engineer my responsibilities were:• Operating RPA for surveying and inspection purposes• Data capture with LiDAR and photogrammetry sensors• Establishing control networks with GNSS receivers• Developing procedures and workflows for a growing business• Processing photogrammetry and LiDAR derived data products• Proficiency in spatial reference system and GIS software • Maintenance of all RPA equipment and sensors• Modelling and 3D printing of one-off components for sensor integration with RPA systems

Worked as a Graduate Engineer for prime contractor KBR at LHDSPO servicing CASG. My role work based in the Configuration Management team where I was responsible for ensuring accurate and up-to-date information of vessels were reflected in data bases.As an indirect employee of Defence I had attained a Baseline Defence Clearance.

Dronewolf was started due to my passion for RPAs. This was launched while I was completing my Mechanical Engineering degree, it provided me with the perfect outlet for utilising my skills and knowledge learnt at university and apply it to something I loved. It also happened to be an excellent way to fund an expensive hobby... • Starting a drone-racing frame online business from the ground up• Designing, testing and re-design of products for retail distribution• Creating manufacturer and re-seller relationships with international suppliers• Fulfillment and shipment of orders for world-wide client base• Maintaining customer satisfaction and applying feedback to future business plans• Knowledge of advanced manufacturing techniques (CNC milling, 3D printing)

• Flying RPAs for professional aerial photography and video• Ensuring safe operation of equipment in public environments in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety standard CM3• Co-ordinating with a varied client base to translate initial ideas and concepts into a tangible endproduct, ensuring professionalism and customer satisfaction

• Value stream mapping and optimisation of manufacturing processes• Implementing lean management into production processes• Creating training modules and standard operating procedures• Standardising work processes through comparative videos• Trialling alternative o-rings to reduce cost while increasing reliability in CO2 mixes• Responsible use of machinery within confined spaces and among co-workers• Management of inventory and stock to ensure accuracy in warehouse systems• Coordinating stock take and leading coworkers through systems and processes

• Safety inspections on Caterpillar plant and mining equipment (off-road mining trucks, dozers andtrenchers)• Project leadership and overseeing the movement and fit out of light vehicles for minespecification• Compiling maintenance and specification strategies for plant equipment• Conducting reports regarding component failures• Raising Capital Purchase Requisitions and Work Order creation• Providing ad hoc support to engineers within the Plant, Mining, Coal East division