Reality Capture / Drone Pilot

We are seeking a motivated Reality Capture / Drone Pilot to support surveying, engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects across Ontario. This position involves frequent travel to project sites to capture high-quality drone, imagery, LiDAR, and reality capture data. The successful candidate will operate UAV equipment safely, collect accurate field data, and assist with project documentation and deliverables.

• Travel extensively throughout Ontario to conduct drone and reality capture missions.
  
  


• Operate UAVs safely and in compliance with Transport Canada regulations.
  
  


• Capture aerial imagery, videos, photogrammetry, LiDAR and reality capture datasets.
  
  


• Conduct pre-flight planning, site assessments, risk evaluations and equipment checks.
  
  


• Establish survey control and coordinate with survey crews and project managers.
  
  


• Maintain field records and project documentation.
  
  


• Upload, organize and transfer collected data to processing teams.
  
  


• Represent the company professionally while working at client sites.
  
  

Requirements

• Valid G-class driver's licence with a clean driving record.
  
  


• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Ontario, including overnight travel when required.
  
  


• Advanced or Basic RPAS Pilot Certificate (or ability to obtain one).
  
  


• Experience operating DJI or similar drone platforms.
  
  


• Strong understanding of field data collection practices.
  
  


• Ability to work outdoors in various weather and site conditions.
  
  


• Strong communication and organizational skills. 
  
  


• Experience with reality capture, photogrammetry, LiDAR, or surveying.
  
  


• Familiarity with Trimble, Leica or other survey equipment.
  
  


• Knowledge of Civil 3D, TBC, DJI Terra, Pix4D, Metashape or similar software.
  
  


• Experience supporting infrastructure, transportation, utility or construction projects.
  
  


• Ability to travel regularly across Ontario.
  
  


• Ability to lift and carry field equipment.
  
  


• Comfortable working in active construction and industrial environments.
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive salary;
  
  
  


• 4 weeks' of annual vacation;
  
  
  


• Complete group insurance program upon entry (health and dental components paid by the employer);
  
  
  


• Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP);
  
  
  


• 24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine);
  
  
  


• Training and development programs;
  
  
  


• Employee assistance program;
  
  
  


• Active social club and health and wellness committee;
  
  
  


• Diverse, innovative, and stimulating environment;
  
  
  


• A company built on values of respect; integrity, and a job well done;
  
  
  


• Firm recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies.
  
  
  


• Corporate clothing program