Head of UAS Training

Are you passionate about cutting-edge drone technology and ready to take the next step in your career? At Coptrz Ltd, we’re looking for an experienced Head of UAS Training to help shape the future of drone training in the UK. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team to deliver top-tier drone training that sets the standard for the industry.

As the Head of UAS Training at Coptrz Ltd you will spearhead our training department, overseeing a dedicated team of three trainers to ensure the highest quality of drone training in the UK. You will be responsible for developing, updating, and maintaining a comprehensive UAV training curriculum that complies with CAA regulations and addresses both theoretical and practical aspects of drone operations. As part of the role, you’ll regularly travel to customer locations, with frequent overnight stays, giving you the chance to connect directly with clients and showcase your expertise. You’ll also spend valuable time at our dynamic Coptrz office in Leeds for internal training and company meetings, where you’ll collaborate with an inspiring team and stay at the forefront of drone technology.

Why Coptrz?

At Coptrz Ltd, we’re revolutionising the way organisations operate with drones, and we want you to be part of this exciting journey. Here’s what you can expect from us:

26 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Westfield Health coverage

Free tea, coffee, breakfast, and snacks to keep you fuelled

Fun company social events

Phantom Share Scheme to share in our success

Pension plan for your future

Based in the heart of Leeds city centre, Coptrz Ltd is committed to eliminating organisational risk and waste through impartial drone solutions that transform operational efficiency — achieving excellence that is better, faster, and safer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain all training materials and curricula for drone operations, ensuring alignment with CAA requirements and legislation.
• Conduct regular assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and implement improvements.
• Review and oversee the performance of all Coptrz Course Instructors and Flight Examiners as outlined in the Coptrz Exposition.
• Ensure zero non-conformities in internal audits and maintain up-to-date operational authorisations, renewing them annually.
• Ensure all internal pilots complete refresher training, maintain required flight hours, and that all demonstration drones are well-maintained.
• Develop and maintain training literature and digital guides on the correct use of specialist equipment and demonstration of skill techniques for all core products, including certified exams.
• Investigate any safety-related incidents during COPTRZ A2 CofC, GVC Courses, or Practical Flight Assessments to ensure compliance with COPTRZ’s safety policy.
• Provide a structured management approach to control safety risks in Coptrz operations, ensuring all paperwork is current and risks are managed and reported effectively.
• Ownership of the RAE renewal process.
• Maintain the Coptrz Safety Management System.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in a customer-facing management role within the drone industry.
• Proven experience in Safety Management Systems.
• GVC holder
• Full driving license.
• Experience with BVLOS operations, fixed-wing, and multirotor drones.
• OSC creation

Pay: Up to £70,000.00 per year