ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services
ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services
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Job Description
Make your mark as ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) at Boskalis Subsea Services in Aberdeen. You will be responsible for piloting and supporting the operation of Work-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles (WROVs) from the Boskalis Remote Operations Centre (ROC). Operating via secure real-time control systems the role contributes to safe and effective offshore subsea operations including inspection intervention survey and tooling support.
The Pilot Technician works collaboratively with offshore vessel crews ROC Supervisors and technical teams to execute assigned tasks within defined parameters ensuring compliance with Boskalis Subsea Services safety quality and operational standards. As an entry-level position aligned to IMCA C005 Job Category R05 (Remote Pilot Grade II) this is a safety-critical role requiring validated competence and continuous professional development through the companys Competence Management Scheme.
Your responsibilities as a ROC ROV Pilot Technician:
The main responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to;
- Pilot and control remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) from the Remote Operations Centre (ROC) using approved digital control systems and interfaces.
- Execute assigned subsea tasks including inspection survey observation and light intervention activities under the direction of the ROC ROV Supervisor.
- Monitor ROV system performance data feeds and sensor outputs to ensure accurate navigation tether management and mission execution.
- Conduct pre-dive checks simulations and post-task system diagnostics in accordance with company procedures and project requirements.
- Support offshore and ROC-based personnel in the remote fault diagnosis and basic troubleshooting of ROV systems and tooling.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with offshore crews ROC colleagues and client representatives to coordinate operations in real time.
- Ensure accurate and timely completion of dive logs reports video recordings and data entry in line with project and audit requirements.
Qualifications :
You can make your mark as an ROC ROV Pilot Technician if you have:
- A minimum of 2 years ROV experience.
- Exposure to digital or remote piloting systems (e.g. ROC-based control networked ROV operations) desirable.
- Valid and current IMCA Company Member Competence Certificate or completed and validated IMCA Competence Portfolio supporting completion of all ROV Senior Pilot Technician (R02) competencies desirable.
- Documented work history via an up-to-date IMCA ROV logbook showing relevant piloting and operational support activity within the last 12 months desirable.
- Familiarity with Work-Class ROV systems such as Kystdesign or Saab Seaeye including basic piloting tether management and navigation support desirable.
- Demonstrated understanding of subsea operational environments (e.g. inspection observation and light intervention scopes) desirable.
- Experience assisting with basic fault diagnosis pre-dive checks and tooling changeouts is advantageous but not essential.
- Prior work in an offshore or simulation-based control environment is beneficial but not mandatory for initial appointment if supported by technical aptitude and training desirable.
- Technical Aptitude: Ability to operate within a digital control environment; basic diagnostic and fault-finding skills.
- Competence: IMCA Company Member Competence Certificate or IMCA Competence Portfolio (R05).
- Technical qualifications: recognized technical qualification in electrical electronic mechanical or hydraulic discipline (e.g. NVQ Level 3 HNC military trade or equivalent).
- ROV Introductory Training: successful completion of an IMCA-approved ROV Introductory Training course (IMCA R002 compliant) with valid certification.
- Team player with strong communication skills: contributes positively to team dynamics and maintains clear respectful communication.
- Commitment to safety and standards: consistently applies safety procedures and follows work instructions precisely.
- Positive attitude and willingness to improve: open to feedback actively seeks learning opportunities and contributes to a learning-oriented environment.
- OPITO approved BOSIET with CA-EBS MIST (for UKCS only) and OEUK Medical (including Bi-Deltoid shoulder measurements.
What you can expect
- A dynamic environment: A job that allows you to collaborate with a talented team of experts from different backgrounds and contribute to making a significant impact.
- Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary you will be part of a contributory pension scheme private medical insurance and death in service benefit.
- Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.
Extra information
- Your team: you will report to the ROC ROV Supervisor.
- Where you will work: You will work in our designated on-site Remote Operations Centre. There may be ad-hoc opportunities for offshore trips.
- Full/part- time job: The position of ROC ROV Pilot Technician is a permanent role and will be offered on a Guaranteed Days Contract basis.
- Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once its clear were a good match well make you an offer and look forward to welcoming you to the company.
Additional Information :
We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of ROC ROV Pilot Technician. Please contact Matthew Hurrel Recruiter.
Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.
Disclaimer for Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies
We appreciate your interest in our vacancies and understand that your candidate might be enthusiastic about this exciting opportunity. However our recruitment process is not structured this way at Boskalis we handle recruitment ourselves. Therefore we do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies. Any submission will be treated as a direct application.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
