Looking for a New Career?

Join the SBS Foundation and launch your career in the drone industry.

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How Can We Help You?

The SBS Foundation’s career development programme is designed not only to qualify you as a drone pilot but also to immerse you in a community of people with shared experiences, interests and aspirations. You will get the chance to experience operations across a number of industries, including surveying, asset inspection, video production, training and development, and expeditions. This unique approach provides you with the opportunity to gain essential skills that are applicable across all these fields. As you progress through the programme, you’ll have the chance to explore and experience each industry firsthand, allowing you to discover where your true passion lies before making a decision about your long-term career path.

About Us

SBS CIC was founded after CEO, Joseph Barnaby, was left with life changing injuries following skydiving accident in 2020. After experiencing adversity, Joseph set out to create a social enterprise that would help disabled individuals kickstart their careers in a new and exciting industry.

Now, the SBS Foundation aims reshape the employment landscape for disabled people by providing specialised skills training and business education. Our goal is to uplift the economic conditions for disabled individuals, empowering them to be innovators and influential voices in shaping the future of work.

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About Us

SBS CIC was founded after CEO, Joseph Barnaby, was left with life changing injuries following skydiving accident in 2020. After experiencing adversity, Joseph set out to create a social enterprise that would help disabled individuals kickstart their careers in a new and exciting industry.

Now, the SBS Foundation aims reshape the employment landscape for disabled people by providing specialised skills training and business education. Our goal is to uplift the economic conditions for disabled individuals, empowering them to be innovators and influential voices in shaping the future of work.

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Our Clients

Innovation

This programme offers you the chance to be part of a rapidly growing field, shaping the future of industry.

Learn​

You’ll learn skills that contribute to sustainable projects, giving you the tools to make a positive difference in the world.

Support

We’re committed to your success, providing guidance, resources, and personalised advice to help you every step of the way.

Community

Build a network of like-minded individuals who have faced similar life challenges and are on a journey to rebuild their careers.

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Our Framework

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Introductory Workshop

You'll be onboarded onto the programme through our introduction session, helping you to understand the landscape of the drone industry, your options for development and provide you with hands-on drone experience.

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Pilot Qualification

You'll be enrolled to complete your official piloting qualification, the General Visual Line of Sight Certification (GVC). During your course, you'll be provided with all the support needed to make sure that you pass.

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Continued Professional Development

You'll have the opportunity to receive specialised training from a registered provider, tailored to your preferred niche. Your assigned mentor will be in regular contact ensure you get the skills, knowledge and guidance you need to excel.

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Community Project

We provide the opportunity to engage in incredible community and environmental projects that could take you to all corners of the globe.

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Work Placement

During your placement, you’ll gain valuable insights into the commercial side of the drone industry, including its challenges, opportunities, and trends, helping you identify the most appealing career paths.

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Complete Your Journey

At the end of the programme, you’ll have the choice to either join the SBS CIC team or fly the nest and embark on your own independent ventures.

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Click here to sign up to our career development programme and fill out our short survey!

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