New Zealand’s Drone Specialists
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35 Years Combined Experience
Combining Advanced Technology with Industry Experience to Deliver Actionable Insights.
At Drones at Work, we’re transforming how New Zealand businesses gather data, inspect assets, and make decisions through advanced drone technology. Founded on a vision of making precision aerial insights accessible to every industry, our Christchurch-based team brings together specialized expertise in construction, insurance assessment, and building practices with cutting-edge drone capabilities to deliver solutions that drive real value for our clients nationwide.
Our Story
Drones at Work was established to bridge the gap between advanced aerial technology and practical industry applications. Recognizing that drone capabilities were often underutilized or poorly integrated with business needs, we built a company that combines deep industry knowledge with technical excellence to deliver drone services that directly address real-world challenges.
Our journey began with a focus on roof inspections and civil volumetrics – areas where traditional methods were costly, time-consuming, and often dangerous. By applying drone technology to these challenges, we demonstrated the transformative potential of aerial data collection and analysis. Today, we’ve expanded our services to encompass a comprehensive range of applications across multiple industries, while maintaining our commitment to precision, safety, and actionable insights.
Based in Christchurch but serving all of New Zealand, we’ve built our reputation on delivering exceptional results for clients ranging from individual property owners to major infrastructure operators. Our continued investment in advanced technology and specialized training ensures we remain at the forefront of drone service innovation.
Our Team
Leadership
Our company is led by a unique combination of professionals whose diverse expertise creates a powerful synergy:
Construction Quantity Surveyor & Insurance Loss Adjuster With extensive experience in both construction cost management and insurance claim assessment, our leadership brings critical analytical skills and industry knowledge to every project. This dual expertise allows us to understand both the technical requirements of built assets and the documentation needs for insurance and risk management.
Licensed Building Practitioners Our partnership with experienced licensed building practitioners ensures all our assessments and recommendations are grounded in practical construction knowledge and compliance requirements. This expertise is particularly valuable for our inspection services, where understanding building systems and potential failure points is essential for accurate assessment.
Together, our leadership team brings over 35 years of combined experience across construction, insurance, and building practices – a foundation that informs our approach to drone services and ensures our deliverables provide genuine value.
Technical Specialists
Supporting our leadership is a team of technical specialists including:
- CAA-Certified Drone Pilots with specialized training in complex flight operations
- Infrared Training Center Certified Thermographers skilled in thermal data interpretation
- Data Analysis Experts who transform raw data into actionable insights
- GIS and Mapping Specialists who create precise digital representations from survey data
This multidisciplinary team ensures we can address the full spectrum of client needs, from data collection to analysis and recommendation.
our technology
We’ve invested in the most advanced drone technology available to ensure our services deliver unmatched precision and reliability.
Drone Fleet
Our operations are powered by multiple DJI M350 RTK drones – professional-grade platforms that provide exceptional stability, reliability, and precision positioning. The RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) capability ensures centimeter-level accuracy for all our mapping and measurement services, while the robust design allows operation in challenging weather conditions.
Specialized Sensors
Our drones are equipped with a range of specialized sensors selected for their exceptional performance:
H30T Thermal Sensors
The industry-leading thermal imaging system that detects temperature variations with extraordinary sensitivity, allowing us to identify issues invisible to the naked eye. This technology is critical for our roof inspections, electrical assessments, and leak detection services.
L2 LiDAR Systems
Advanced laser scanning technology that creates precise three-dimensional models with millions of measurement points. This system allows us to capture accurate volumetric data for stockpiles, detailed topographic maps for development sites, and precise structural measurements for building assessments.
High-Resolution RGB Cameras
Professional-grade visual imaging systems that capture detailed photographs and video for documentation, condition assessment, and visual inspection.
Ground Equipment
Complementing our aerial systems, we maintain a range of specialized ground equipment:
FLIR Handheld Thermal Cameras
Professional thermal imaging devices for detailed close-range inspections and verification of findings from aerial thermal surveys.
Precision Measurement Tools
Advanced instruments for ground-truth verification of drone-collected data.
Mobile Data Processing Stations
Powerful computing systems that allow on-site processing and preliminary analysis of collected data.
Remote Rovers
Powerful Eclipse remote controlled rovers capable of entering contaminated environments with static-proof electrics enabling sending sensors and camera feeds into tunnels, mines, duct systems to collect valuable data.
Our Approach
Every project we undertake follows our proven methodology designed to ensure consistent quality and client satisfaction:
1. Understand
We begin by thoroughly understanding your specific needs, challenges, and objectives. This consultation phase ensures our approach is tailored to deliver exactly the insights you require.
2. Plan
Based on your requirements, we develop a detailed project plan that specifies the appropriate technology, flight patterns, data collection parameters, and analysis methods. This planning ensures efficient execution and comprehensive results.
3. Execute
Our certified pilots and technical specialists implement the project plan with meticulous attention to safety, data quality, and regulatory compliance. Our advanced equipment captures the required data with precision and reliability.
4. Analyze
Our experts process and analyze the collected data using specialized software and industry knowledge to extract meaningful insights. This analysis transforms raw data into actionable information that addresses your specific needs.
5. Deliver
We provide comprehensive deliverables including detailed reports, high-resolution imagery, precise measurements, and clear recommendations. Our presentations are designed to be accessible and immediately useful, regardless of your technical background.
6. Support
Our relationship continues beyond project completion with ongoing support and consultation. We’re available to answer questions, provide additional analysis, or help implement recommendations based on our findings.
Our Commitment
At Drones at Work, we’re committed to:
Safety Excellence
Safety is our highest priority in all operations. Our pilots follow rigorous safety protocols that exceed regulatory requirements, and our equipment undergoes regular maintenance and testing to ensure reliable performance.
Technical Innovation
We continuously evaluate and adopt new technologies that enhance our service capabilities. This commitment to innovation ensures our clients benefit from the latest advancements in drone technology and data analysis.
Environmental Responsibility
Our drone operations are designed to minimize environmental impact, with careful flight planning to avoid wildlife disturbance and efficient mission execution to reduce energy consumption.
Client Success
Ultimately, our success is measured by the value we create for our clients. We’re dedicated to delivering insights that drive tangible benefits – whether that’s cost savings, risk reduction, improved planning, or enhanced decision-making.
Ready to experience the Drones at Work difference?
Contact our team today to discuss how our expertise and technology can address your specific challenges.
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Open Hours
Monday – Friday: 8am – 6pm
Weekend appointments available by request
Office Location
Christchurch, New Zealand
Serving the entire South Island, North Island, and beyond
Drones at Work – Precision Drone Roof Inspection Across New Zealand. CAA Part 102 Licensed (2025)