ROV Pilot

JR United Kingdom; Exeter; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in subsea robotics is seeking ROV Pilot Technicians to join their team on a permanent basis. The ideal candidates will have experience with specialized ROV systems and relevant certifications. Join a dynamic and growing team while contributing to exciting global projects extending into 2024.

Benefits

Competitive rewards package

Continual professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in operating various ROV systems.
• Holding relevant certifications for ROV operations.
• Ability to mentor ROV trainees.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre and post dive checks.
• Pilot ROV independently in various conditions.
• Complete written technical reports after each project cycle.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Valid competence certificate (IMCA)

BOSIET certification

Offshore medical certification

GWO certification (preferable)

HV certification (preferred)

Tools

Triton-XLX and XLS

Seaeye - Panther, Cougar, Tiger

Sub-Atlantic - Comanche, Mohican

Job description

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ROVOP is a global ROV specialist. As the largest independent provider of ROV services, our core focus is the provision of high performing assets and personnel to deliver exceptional subsea operations. Our track record and market reach in subsea robotics services position ROVOP as a partner of choice for major players in multiple sectors. ROVOP’s long-proven ability to deliver complete ROV solutions reduces risk and cost for customers while maximising safety and operational performance.

Our commitment to personnel training & development makes ROVOP the ideal place for talented individuals to come and work, learn, and develop their careers. We support everyone’s continual professional development in line with personal aspirations. And we provide a competitive rewards package and a friendly, open, and performance-orientated team environment.

Due to continuing international growth ROVOP Inc. have an exciting opportunity for ROV Pilot Technician, at all levels, to join us on permanent basis. We currently have a number of global projects extending to 2024 and beyond, on dedicated schedules.

Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Observe safe working practices and adhere to electrical principles and industry standards.
• Communicate with team members, client and onshore management effectively.
• Have an active role in the completion of task risk assessments and toolbox talks.
• Adhere to all ROVOP policies and procedures.
• Assist ROV Supervisor to problem solve and conduct project in a professional manner.
• Responsible for the completion of all pre and post dive checks.
• Undertake launch and recovery operations as instructed by Shift Supervisor.
• Complete fault-finding tasks effectively with no supervision within an acceptable time frame.
• Responsible for ensuring constant communication with nominated deck personnel during launch and recovery procedures.
• Understands and ensures the full scope of work is undertaken and all relevant supporting documentation completed.
• Identifies all navigational aids and ensures they are fully operational.
• Responsible for ensuring all preventative and general maintenance is carried out.
• Fully understands the ROV operational and system manuals.
• Mentor ROV trainees as required.
• Responsible for system inventory updates.
• Pilot ROV independently and in most environmental conditions.
• Perform navigator and log keeping duties.
• Complete and submit written technical reports at the end of each offshore cycle relating to all aspects of the project and technical repairs carried out.
• Strive to learn new technical and operational issues while on the job.
• Good knowledge of 3rd party tooling and sensors and able to integrate and fault find accordingly.
• Able to supervise teams if required to do so.

Successful candidates will have experience, in the operation of one or more of the following:-

• Triton- XLX and XLS systems

• Seaeye - Panther, Cougar and Tiger systems

• Sub-Atlantic - Comanche and Mohican systems

You will also hold a valid competence certificate (in line with IMCA guidelines), BOSIET and offshore medical. Full GWO (preferable). Preference will be given to candidates also holding valid HV certification, a second passport and valid seaman’s certification/books.