ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services

Overview

Operate and support work‑class ROVs remotely from the on‑shore ROC.

Key Responsibilities

• rov operation
• dive reporting
• team communication
• subsea inspection
• system monitoring
• fault diagnosis

Tasks

-Pilot and control remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) from the Remote Operations Centre (ROC) using approved digital control systems and interfaces. -Ensure accurate and timely completion of dive logs, reports, video recordings, and data entry in line with project and audit requirements. -Maintain clear and effective communication with offshore crews, ROC colleagues, and client representatives to coordinate operations in real time. -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. -Support offshore and ROC-based personnel in the remote fault diagnosis and basic troubleshooting of ROV systems and tooling. -Conduct pre-dive checks, simulations, and post-task system diagnostics in accordance with company procedures and project requirements.

Requirements

• imca certificate
• work-class rov
• rov experience
• technical qualification
• digital control
• safety

What You Bring

-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. -Exposure to digital or remote piloting systems (e.g. ROC-based control, networked ROV operations) – desirable. -Demonstrated understanding of subsea operational environments (e.g. inspection, observation, and light intervention scopes) – desirable. -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. -Commitment to safety and standards: consistently applies safety procedures and follows work instructions precisely. -Competence: IMCA Company Member Competence Certificate or IMCA Competence Portfolio (R05). -Technical Aptitude: Ability to operate within a digital control environment; basic diagnostic and fault-finding skills. -Team player with strong communication skills: contributes positively to team dynamics and maintains clear, respectful communication. -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. -Experience assisting with basic fault diagnosis, pre-dive checks, and tooling changeouts is advantageous but not essential. -ROV Introductory Training: successful completion of an IMCA-approved ROV Introductory Training course (IMCA R002 compliant), with valid certification. -A minimum of 2 years ROV experience. -Technical qualifications: recognized technical qualification in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or hydraulic discipline (e.g. NVQ Level 3, HNC, military trade, or equivalent).

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Benefits

-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. -Where you will work: You will work in our designated on-site Remote Operations Centre. There may be ad-hoc opportunities for offshore trips. -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

-complete online application form. -attend interview (online or in‑office).