Survey & Inspection Workshop Technician

DOF; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore services company is seeking a Survey & Inspection Workshop Technician for its team in Southwestern Ontario. This role involves equipment management and technical support to ensure accurate and safe survey results. Candidates should have at least 12 months of offshore experience and a degree in Electronics or a related field is preferred. The company offers a supportive work environment and values diversity. Apply by 23 January 2026 to join a team that prioritizes safety and integrity.

Qualifications

• At least 12 months of experience and 80 operational days offshore as Surveyor Grade 2.
• Strong technical knowledge in computers and electronic interfacing.
• Relevant industrial or military experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Implement planned maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Perform modifications, repairs, and testing on equipment.
• Maintain organized Survey & Inspection areas for operational use.
• Provide technical support to Survey & Inspection staff.
• Create fault reports and liaise with suppliers as needed.

Skills

Technical support

Equipment maintenance

Fault finding

Calibration skills

Education

Degree in Electronics or similar

Job description

About DOF

DOF is a leading offshore services company with over four decades of experience delivering integrated subsea and marine solutions to the global energy sector. Headquartered in Norway and operating in more than 15 countries, DOF is at the forefront of innovation, safety, and sustainability in offshore operations.

What We DO

At DOF, we support the full offshore energy life cycle, offering:

• Subsea Services: Construction, installation, IMR, decommissioning, and diving operations
• Marine Services: Offshore vessel operations, crewing, and project execution
• ROV & AUV Operations: Cutting‑edge underwater robotics for inspection and intervention
• Offshore Wind Support: Subsea cable installation and maintenance for renewable energy projects.

Survey & Inspection Warehouse Technician

We are looking for a Survey & Inspection Workshop Technician to join our Survey & Inspection Team at DOF Australia Pty Ltd on a permanent basis. You will be based in our warehouse in Kewdale and report to the Survey and Inspection Asset Lead. This role is vital to project success by ensuring all survey and inspection equipment is expertly maintained, calibrated, and ready—enabling Project Surveyors and Inspection Engineers to deliver accurate, efficient, and safe results every time.

Responsibilities

Equipment Management & Maintenance

• Implement planned maintenance schedules for equipment.
• Perform equipment modifications, repairs, and testing.
• Maintain workflow for quarantining equipment from work sites.
• Keep the Survey & Inspection areas organized and ready for operational use.
• Assist with testing, packing, and manifesting equipment for projects.
• Support standardization of survey and inspection equipment packages.
• Assist with vessel mobilizations (including occasional site visits).
• Create fault reports for company and third‑party equipment, and liaise with suppliers/repair services as needed.
• Maintain the equipment database and perform status checks at project start and end.
• Ensure calibration requirements for company and client equipment are met.

Technical Expertise & Support

• Provide technical support to Survey & Inspection staff (onshore and offshore).
• Demonstrate strong technical knowledge in computers and electronic interfacing.
• Apply basic fault‑finding and repair skills to IT systems.

If you are interested and a team player who would like to work closely with people from different parts of the world, we encourage you to apply.

Education (Preferred but not mandatory)

• Degree in Electronics, Electrical, Hydrographic Survey, Geomatics, or similar field and/or demonstrated relevant experience.

Experience / Knowledge

• At least 12 months of experience, including 80 operational days offshore as a Surveyor Grade 2, with satisfactory completion of competence criteria for Survey Engineer Grade 2.
• Relevant industrial or military experience.

Who we are

At DOF, what we do is as important as the way we do business – our operations are safe, legal, and ethical everywhere we do business. At DOF we work as a TEAM and we treat each other and our surroundings with RESPECT, INTEGRITY and strive for EXCELLENCE in all we do. All our employees are expected to have a drive for results and solve problems, but not without showing integrity and focusing on communication along the way.

Watch our DOF Values Inspiration Video here

We offer all our employees the benefit of working in a safe and supporting environment, where all are treated with dignity and respect.

Your salary will be commensurate with your qualifications and experience.

If you believe you have what it takes; share our values and want a career working with DOF, we encourage you to apply. Please upload your Resume and Cover Letter to this vacancy below, addressing the requirements of the role.

Please apply by submitting your resume by close of business 23 January 2026.

Shortlisting and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, we encourage you to apply as soon as you are able.

DOF is an employer who embraces Equal Employment Opportunity and promotes diversity in our workforce. We encourage people of all ages and backgrounds, including Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply.