RPAS 2025 Speaker Bio

Ben Dawson

Digital Solution Manager

Endeavour Energy

Ben Dawson, with 19 years at Endeavour Energy, has played a pivotal role in transitioning from traditional crewed aviation inspections to a scalable, automated drone program. This shift has been especially critical for the Pre-Summer Bushfire Inspection (PSBI) program, where drones now provide rapid, accurate identification of potential hazards before fire season. In this presentation, Ben will share how Endeavour Energy revolutionised its inspection processes, navigated regulatory and operational challenges, and is forecast to achieve significant cost savings while improving safety and efficiency.