PbJob Title: /b Drone Operator / UAV Pilot /pp bDuration: /b Ongoing freelance assignment /pp bWorkload: /b Full time hours /pp bSetup: /b Freelance (Daily rate / Limited Company / Umbrella / Sole Trader) /pp bLocation: /b Located in Spain or France /ppbr/ppThe client is seeking experienced drone pilots capable of operating civil UAVs ranging from 35kg to 100kg for technical field operations across France and Spain. /ppbr/ppbKey Responsibilities: /b /pulliOperate and manage medium‑weight civil drones (35–100kg) for survey, inspection, monitoring, or operational field missions. /liliConduct pre‑flight checks, safety assessments, and post‑flight reporting. /liliEnsure compliance with French/Spanish aviation regulations and client‑specific safety protocols. /liliCollaborate with ground teams and technical specialists to plan and execute missions. /liliMaintain and troubleshoot drone systems, payload equipment, and flight software. /liliCapture accurate operational data and ensure secure transfer of imagery/telemetry. /li /ulpbr/ppbMust‑Have Skills: /b /pulliProven experience flying civil drones in the 35–100kg category. /liliValid UAV pilot certification relevant to France or Spain (e.g., EASA-compliant licences). /liliStrong knowledge of UAV control systems, telemetry, and flight‑planning software. /liliExperience working in outdoor field environments with technical equipment. /liliAbility to relocate or travel long‑term within France or Spain. /li /ulpbr/ppbNice‑to‑Have: /b /pulliExperience with LiDAR, mapping sensors, or industrial payloads. /liliMechanical or electrical knowledge of UAV platforms. /liliPrevious work in energy, environmental, agricultural, or infrastructure sectors. /liliMultilingual skills (French or Spanish). /li /ul