ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) - Subsea Services

Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST); Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading offshore energy company as a ROC ROV Pilot Technician, where you'll operate Work-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles from a state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre in Aberdeen. This entry-level role involves collaborating with teams to support safe subsea operations, requiring technical skills and commitment to safety standards. Enjoy a competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a dynamic work environment with potential offshore experience.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Death in service benefit

Career development via online courses

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years ROV experience.
• Exposure to digital or remote piloting systems is desirable.
• Documented work history via an up-to-date IMCA ROV logbook.

Responsibilities

• Pilot and control remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) from the Remote Operations Centre.
• Execute assigned subsea tasks including inspection and survey.
• Monitor ROV system performance and ensure accurate mission execution.

Skills

Technical Aptitude

Team Player

Communication Skills

Commitment to safety

Education

Recognized technical qualification in electrical, electronic, mechanical, or hydraulic discipline

IMCA Company Member Competence Certificate or IMCA Competence Portfolio (R05)

Successful completion of IMCA-approved ROV Introductory Training course

Job description

Company Description

Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.

In your job you will work for the offshore energy division. Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We're involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.

Job Description

Make your mark as ROC ROV Pilot Technician (Onshore) at Boskalis Subsea Services in Aberdeen. You will be responsible for piloting and supporting the operation of Work-Class Remotely Operated Vehicles (WROVs) from the Boskalis Remote Operations Centre (ROC). Operating via secure real-time control systems, the role contributes to safe and effective offshore subsea operations including inspection, intervention, survey, and tooling support.

The Pilot Technician works collaboratively with offshore vessel crews, ROC Supervisors, and technical teams to execute assigned tasks within defined parameters, ensuring compliance with Boskalis Subsea Services' safety, quality, and operational standards. As an entry-level position aligned to IMCA C005 Job Category R05 (Remote Pilot Grade II), this is a safety-critical role requiring validated competence and continuous professional development through the company's Competence Management Scheme.

Your Responsibilities As a ROC ROV Pilot Technician

The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to;

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

Qualifications

You can make your mark as an ROC ROV Pilot Technician if you have:

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

What you can expect

• 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.
• Career development: We offer you plenty of opportunities to bring out the best in yourself for example through (online) courses at our Boskalis academy.
  
  

Extra information

• Your team: you will report to the ROC ROV Supervisor.
• 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 Pilot Technicianis a permanent role and will be offered on a Guaranteed Days Contract basis.
• Next steps: Apply easily by completing the online application form. Interviews are held online or in the office. Once it's clear we're a good match, we'll make you an offer - and look forward to welcoming you to the company.
  
  

Additional Information

We are more than happy to answer your questions about the position of ROC ROV Pilot Technician. Please contact Matthew Hurrel, Recruiter.

Please apply by filling in your details and by uploading your cover letter and CV on our careers site.

Disclaimer for Recruiters and Recruitment Agencies

We appreciate your interest in our vacancies and understand that your candidate might be enthusiastic about this exciting opportunity. However, our recruitment process is not structured this way, at Boskalis we handle recruitment ourselves. Therefore, we do not accept unsolicited applications or CVs from recruitment agencies. Any submission will be treated as a direct application.

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