Full-Time

Life Sciences

Saggart, County Dublin, Ireland


Founded in 1859, we are an International Construction Company that strongly emphasises performance, quality, teamwork and a "hands-on” management approach to ensure client satisfaction. Family ownership for five generations has set the cultural tone for John Sisk & Son. We have been Building Excellence for over 150 years by building trust, certainty, and value for our clients.

Drone Operator- Dublin  
John Sisk & Son are now hiring a Drone Operator. The Drone operator is a new exciting role in our company. This role is part of the Digital Project Delivery  team and will support projects in collecting and processing video footage, aerial photos, engineering data and progress reports.


You will:

 
  • Capture and process video footage and aerial photos for live projects and tenders as required.
  • Capture engineering and aerial survey data to be used by site team for cut and fill exercise, site setting out, quality checks and other activities.
  • Plan flight paths, produce maps based on flight data, test flight equipment.
  • Work with other professionals to interpret data when required.
  • Be responsible for implementation of companywide drone policy.
  • Upskill staff in processing drone captured data to enhance their day-to-day job
  • You will have the Capability to support the projects with technical enquiries when required.
  • Travel to various locations around the country to support construction and civils projects.
  • Identifying innovative ways that drones could be used to enhance project delivery process.
  • Ensure drone flights data are captured regularly and our procedures are fully aligned to relevant Civil Aviation Authority regulations or Irish Aviation Authority.
  • Support the business in using drones in national and international events. 
  • Develop training and technical material/documentation for practical, commercial, and operational activities.

You will have:
 
  • A recognised qualification in construction, engineering or equivalent areas
  • Full understanding of Civil Aviation Authority regulations 
  • Full understanding of Irish Aviation Authority regulations 
  • Registered Pilot in IAA or CAA
  • Up to 60hrs registered flying a drone
  • up to date safe pass or CSCS card 
  • up to date Manual Handling 
  • Advance knowledge in AutoCAD and Revit
  • Desirable knowledge in Pix4D and Autodesk Infraworks and Civil 3D
  • Desirable knowledge in video/photo processing
  • Min 1-year of experience in building or Civils construction delivery
  • Existing drone piloting experience. 
  • Professional experience of working in a client facing environment
  • Very good understanding of Health and Safety Risks and Hazards working in Live Construction Projects
  • Knowledge of media production and communication
  • Training and upskilling skills
  • Writing and reporting skills
  • attention to detail
  • basic computer or hand-held device skills

Remuneration & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for Hybrid
  • Extensive Rewards & Benefits
  • 26+ days annual leave
  • Much more!

For alternative job opportunities in SISK see https://www.johnsiskandson.com/our-people/vacancies and apply directly with your most up to date CV.



Our vision is to dedicate ourselves to Building Excellence, delivering constantly high-quality projects exceeding our client’s expectations. Our people are at the heart of our success. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for talented individuals to help us reach our plans. We are a fast-paced, fun and collaborative organisation, with sites and offices across Ireland, the UK and Europe.



Founded in 1859, we are an International Construction Company that strongly emphasises performance, quality, teamwork and a "hands-on” management approach to ensure client satisfaction. Family ownership for five generations has set the cultural tone for John Sisk & Son. We have been Building Excellence for over 150 years by building trust, certainty, and value for our clients.

Drone Operator- Dublin  
John Sisk & Son are now hiring a Drone Operator. The Drone operator is a new exciting role in our company. This role is part of the Digital Project Delivery  team and will support projects in collecting and processing video footage, aerial photos, engineering data and progress reports.


You will:

 
  • Capture and process video footage and aerial photos for live projects and tenders as required.
  • Capture engineering and aerial survey data to be used by site team for cut and fill exercise, site setting out, quality checks and other activities.
  • Plan flight paths, produce maps based on flight data, test flight equipment.
  • Work with other professionals to interpret data when required.
  • Be responsible for implementation of companywide drone policy.
  • Upskill staff in processing drone captured data to enhance their day-to-day job
  • You will have the Capability to support the projects with technical enquiries when required.
  • Travel to various locations around the country to support construction and civils projects.
  • Identifying innovative ways that drones could be used to enhance project delivery process.
  • Ensure drone flights data are captured regularly and our procedures are fully aligned to relevant Civil Aviation Authority regulations or Irish Aviation Authority.
  • Support the business in using drones in national and international events. 
  • Develop training and technical material/documentation for practical, commercial, and operational activities.

You will have:
 
  • A recognised qualification in construction, engineering or equivalent areas
  • Full understanding of Civil Aviation Authority regulations 
  • Full understanding of Irish Aviation Authority regulations 
  • Registered Pilot in IAA or CAA
  • Up to 60hrs registered flying a drone
  • up to date safe pass or CSCS card 
  • up to date Manual Handling 
  • Advance knowledge in AutoCAD and Revit
  • Desirable knowledge in Pix4D and Autodesk Infraworks and Civil 3D
  • Desirable knowledge in video/photo processing
  • Min 1-year of experience in building or Civils construction delivery
  • Existing drone piloting experience. 
  • Professional experience of working in a client facing environment
  • Very good understanding of Health and Safety Risks and Hazards working in Live Construction Projects
  • Knowledge of media production and communication
  • Training and upskilling skills
  • Writing and reporting skills
  • attention to detail
  • basic computer or hand-held device skills

Remuneration & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for Hybrid
  • Extensive Rewards & Benefits
  • 26+ days annual leave
  • Much more!

For alternative job opportunities in SISK see https://www.johnsiskandson.com/our-people/vacancies and apply directly with your most up to date CV.



Our vision is to dedicate ourselves to Building Excellence, delivering constantly high-quality projects exceeding our client’s expectations. Our people are at the heart of our success. We have ambitious growth plans and are looking for talented individuals to help us reach our plans. We are a fast-paced, fun and collaborative organisation, with sites and offices across Ireland, the UK and Europe.