ROC ROV Senior Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services

Overview

Operate and supervise ROV missions from an onshore control centre, mentoring pilots.

Key Responsibilities

• rov piloting
• subsea operations
• system monitoring
• troubleshooting
• reporting
• mentorship

Tasks

-Pilot and control Work-Class and light Work-Class ROVs from the ROC using digital control systems and remote telemetry interfaces. -Execute subsea operations such as asset inspection, survey, intervention, and light tooling in alignment with mission plans and safety protocols. -Ensure accurate completion of dive logs, video recording, and reporting documentation in accordance with company and project standards. -Mentor and provide on-shift guidance to ROC ROV Pilot Technicians, supporting their technical development and operational confidence. -Monitor system performance, video feeds, sonar data, and sensor outputs to support precise navigation and task execution. -Collaborate with offshore technicians and engineers to support fault diagnosis and live troubleshooting during operations. -Assist the ROC Supervisor in planning, preparing, and executing daily operations, including virtual pre-dive checks and system readiness tasks.

Requirements

• rov piloting
• imca certificate
• opito bosiet
• electronics
• robotics
• subsea navigation

What You Bring

-Problem-solving and initiative: Seeks feedback and engages in CPD activities to enhance technical and operational capabilities. -Prior experience with remote piloting systems or digital ROV control platforms preferred -A minimum of 3-5 years ROV experience operating WROVs. -Demonstrated proficiency in piloting, intervention, and tooling operations -Strong working knowledge of subsea navigation systems, video capture, and data logging Demonstrated understanding of subsea operational environments (e.g. inspection, observation, and light intervention scopes) – desirable. -ROV Introductory Training: successful completion of an IMCA-approved ROV Introductory Training course (IMCA R002 compliant), with valid certification – desirable. -OPITO approved BOSIET with CA-EBS, MIST (for UKCS only) and OEUK Medical (including Bi-Deltoid shoulder measurements. -Familiarity with LWROVs and WROVs (e.g., Kystdesign, Seaeye) and associated subsea tooling -Technical Qualification: Recognised qualification in electronics, robotics, hydraulics, or marine engineering -Competence: IMCA Company Member Competence Certificate or Portfolio for R02 – Senior ROV Pilot. -Teamwork and communication: Works collaboratively, follows instructions, and contributes to a positive, safety-focused team environment.

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Benefits

-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 Senior Pilot Technician is a permanent role and will be offered on a Guaranteed Days Contract basis. -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. -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.

About Boskalis

-it has evolved from a local dredging firm to a global maritime powerhouse. -It built its reputation working on iconic projects like the Dutch Delta Works, Hong Kong airport reclamation, and the Øresund Tunnel. -Now equipped with 500+ vessels, it tackles diverse challenges—from deepening ports to constructing offshore energy facilities. -Financially robust, recent results show record net profit of €781 million. -It executes major land reclamation, coastal defense, and harbor expansion projects worldwide. -In offshore energy it installs, maintains, and decommissions oil, gas and wind infrastructure. -Through acquisitions like Dockwise, Gardline and Smit Lamnalco, it offers towing, salvage, subsea surveys and terminal services. -Unusual feats include deploying semi‑submersible heavy‑transport vessels and pioneering cable‑laying for offshore wind farms.

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Interview Process

-interviews are held online or in the office.