ROC ROV Senior Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services

Boskalis

The Role

Overview

Remote piloting of ROVs from onshore centre, supporting subsea operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • rov piloting
  • system monitoring
  • subsea operations
  • operation planning
  • fault diagnosis
  • dive reporting

Tasks

-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. -Execute subsea operations such as asset inspection, survey, intervention, and light tooling in alignment with mission plans and safety protocols. -Assist the ROC Supervisor in planning, preparing, and executing daily operations, including virtual pre-dive checks and system readiness tasks. -Ensure accurate completion of dive logs, video recording, and reporting documentation in accordance with company and project standards. -Pilot and control Work-Class and light Work-Class ROVs from the ROC using digital control systems and remote telemetry interfaces. -Collaborate with offshore technicians and engineers to support fault diagnosis and live troubleshooting during operations.

Requirements

  • wrovs
  • imca certified
  • marine engineering
  • opito bosiet
  • subsea navigation
  • teamwork

What You Bring

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

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. -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. -Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary, you will be part of a contributory pension scheme, private medical insurance and death in service benefit.

The Company

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.

Sector Specialisms

Dredging

Offshore Energy

Marine Services

Ports and Waterways Construction

Land Reclamation

Coastal Defense

Riverbank Protection

Towage Services

Emergency Response

Salvage

Subsea Services

Heavy Marine Transport

Lift and Installation Services

Marine Geophysical Surveys

Marine Geotechnical Surveys

Terminal Services

Anchor and Mooring Installation

Positioning and Hook-up of Floating Production Units

Disconnection and Decommissioning of Floating Units

Transport & Installation of Floating Production Systems

Chartering Services

Engineering Services

Project Management

Interview Process

-interviews conducted online or in the office.