Defence Contracts Diver/Technician

Briggs Marine Group; Burntisland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Flexible working options

Job summary

Briggs Marine Group is seeking a Diver/Technician to support defence-related commercial diving operations both in-water and on surface teams. You will assist with equipment preparation, mobilisation, maintenance, and safe execution of diving tasks under supervision.

This role offers stable employment, structured training, and long-term development within defence-supported marine operations, with opportunities for travel across the UK and overseas.

Qualifications

• Recognised commercial diving qualification suitable for UK operations (e.g. HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent).
• Current HSE Diving Medical (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong safety awareness and professional attitude.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a disciplined team environment.
• Flexibility to travel and work across the UK and overseas when required.

Responsibilities

• Support diving operations as an in-water diver and surface team member.
• Assist Lead Divers and Dive Supervisors during operations.
• Prepare, maintain, and test diving equipment and spreads.
• Assist with mobilisation and demobilisation activities.
• Conduct pre-dive checks and equipment inspections.
• Maintain safe working practices in accordance with HSE and company procedures.
• Support vessel and site operations as required.
• Maintain accurate operational records and equipment logs.
• Promote high standards of safety and professionalism.

Skills

Commercial diving qualification

HSE Diving Medical

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent

Job description

The Company

Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff.

Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff who are looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression, and recognition.

Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision-making and provide a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Company’s fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company’s culture for future success.

The Role

As a Diver / Technician, you will support the delivery of defence-related commercial diving operations both in-water and as part of the surface support team.

The role combines practical diving duties with technical and operational responsibilities, assisting with equipment preparation, mobilisation, maintenance, and safe execution of diving tasks under supervision.

This position is ideal for divers seeking stable employment, structured training, and long-term development within defence-supported marine operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support diving operations as an in-water diver and surface team member
• Assist Lead Divers and Dive Supervisors during operations
• Prepare, maintain, and test diving equipment and spreads
• Assist with mobilisation and demobilisation activities
• Conduct pre-dive checks and equipment inspections
• Maintain safe working practices in accordance with HSE and company procedures
• Support vessel and site operations as required
• Maintain accurate operational records and equipment logs
• Promote high standards of safety and professionalism

The Candidate

• Recognised commercial diving qualification suitable for UK operations (e.g. HSE Surface Supplied or equivalent)
• Current HSE Diving Medical (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong safety awareness and professional attitude
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills
• Ability to work effectively within a disciplined team environment
• Flexibility to travel and work across the UK and overseas when required

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package, including a pension, life assurance, the Cycle to Work scheme, and more, along with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment. Flexible working options are also available.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and onboarding process.

The next steps

You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK.

Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo security vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Serco, who are our FSC vetting partner. Their privacy statement can be found at Privacy Policy – Serco.
“As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All disabled candidates who meet the minimum essential requirements for this role will be offered an interview.”