Meet the Team

  • A man wearing sunglasses and a black T-shirt holding a drone with his right hand on a beach with sand and green vegetation, under a clear blue sky.

    Peter Jose

    Founder & CEO - Chief Pilot

    PJ, the founder of Drone Pilot Pete, manages a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate (ReOC) accredited by the Aviation Safety Authority CASA.

    As an experienced airline pilot and instructor, PJ transitioned from the airlines to become the Chief Drone Pilot at Drone Pilot Pete. With a commitment to the highest safety standards, PJ ensures all drone operations comply with the latest regulations and deliver exceptional results for clients.

    "My love for flying, photography, and technology inspired my reinvention as a drone operator. It just makes sense!"

  • A woman in a blue floral dress and sunglasses holding a drone controller near a park path with trees and greenery in the background.

    Kathleen Thorne

    Exciting news at DPP, Kathleen has joined the team, her story coming soon!

  • Two men standing in front of a neon sign that reads 'Skills for Life.' One young man is holding a drone, and both are smiling. On the table in front of them are drone controllers, spare drone parts, and a small camera mounted on a stabilizer.

    Naish Jose

    Introducing Naish Jose — the Next Generation at DronePilotPete

    I’m proud to introduce my son, Naish Jose, who is stepping into the role of next-generation drone pilot.
    Highly intelligent and forward-thinking, Naish brings a strong passion for integrating sustainability into business practices, with a focus on environmental impact, innovative technologies, and enhanced safety.

    His vision is to help companies reduce their carbon footprint through smarter drone operations and data-driven solutions — combining cutting-edge tech with a genuine commitment to creating a more sustainable future.

    Exciting times ahead as we continue to grow with purpose.

  • Cockpit of an airplane with a smiling pilot taking a selfie. The cockpit features multiple digital screens displaying flight information, with a large window showing clouds and a clear sky.

    NICK Thorne

    C0 Founder of DronePilotPete & Qantas Pilot

    When Nick isn’t flying the Boeing 787 for Qantas he is out wing foiling in the waves. Nick is an amazing high action Drone operator that captures some incredible action water sports footage. Loves to problem solve any mission to make it happen, also is very skilled in the editing of film production

  • A man with short brown hair and a friendly smile is taking a photo with a Sony camera. The background features blurred decorations and logos, including images of a cowboy with a camera, and text that says 'Vidio Cowboys'.

    Tim Hehir

    Photographer Video Production Experts

    With years of experience in photography and Video Production running his own business Video Cowboys, Tim is teaming up with Drone Pilot Pete. Together, they are set to create exceptional content for clients of all sizes.

    Tim's knack for creatively resolving issues and his decades-spanning expertise as an editor and digital creator make him an invaluable addition to the team. Stay tuned for more details as we introduce Tim to you soon! Check out Tims website Videocowboys.com.au