ROV Pilot Technician I - Subsea Cables

Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST); Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading offshore energy company is seeking an ROV Pilot Technician I in the United Kingdom. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining ROVs used for offshore power cable burial in wind projects. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a bachelor's degree in engineering. This full-time position offers a flexible offshore rotation schedule, competitive salary, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Non-contributory pension scheme

Collective health insurance

Career development opportunities

Social and sports activities

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience with Jetting/mechanical Trenching and/or Ploughing is required.
• The willingness to travel globally on a flexible rotational base.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs on Trenching or Plough spreads.
• Launch, recovery, and operate the ROV or Plough.
• Plan and execute maintenance and repair tasks safely.

Skills

experience with electronics

experience with hydraulics

experience with mechanics

good communication skills

team player mentality

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical or electronic engineering

Tools

Jetting systems

Mechanical trenchers

ROV equipment

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 a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Pilot Technician I at Boskalis Subsea Cables by being in charge of a challenging and complex piece of equipment. You will be operating and maintaining our Tracked cable burial trenchers or ploughs which are used to bury offshore power cables in offshore wind projects. An ROV Pilot Technician I operates and controls the subsea movement of the vehicle from a surface control cabin, installed on a vessel. If you are looking for an adventurous profession, work in a non-standard environment on state-of-the-art electronic and hydraulic equipment as well as obtain more experience in what our subsea environment looks like and what happens there and you have the ambition to grow into a leadership role, this might be your opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and/or repairs on the Trenching or Plough spreads on board our vessels and/or in our Boskalis Waalhaven Center.
• Launch, recovery and operating the ROV or Plough from the remote control cabin on the surface, typically in poor visibility conditions.
• Operating equipment, such as Jetting and/or Mechanical cutting devices, cameras, sonars, navigation, etc., as well as interpreting the various displays and data being obtained from the various sensors installed.
• Assisting in completing reports, administration and preparation of technical procedures (daily reports, work procedures, Risk analysis, permits, etc.) and/or reports.
• Planning, safe execution and registration of planned maintenance and/or repair tasks in accordance with company procedures.
• Being part of the offshore project team you know how to communicate efficiently on different levels.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in working with electronics, hydraulics and/or mechanics.
• Experience with Jetting/mechanical Trenching and/or Ploughing is required.
• Education (bachelor's) degree in mechanical, electrical or electronic engineering.
• A team player mentality whilst displaying leadership tendencies.
• The willingness to travel globally (on a flexible rotational base, work on location for some weeks, followed by a similar amount of weeks’ leave, mostly).
• Good communication skills and a good command of written and spoken English.

What you can expect

• A dynamic environment: A job where you can make an impact, in an earth-moving company, as part of a diverse, international team of experts.
• Rewarding conditions: Besides a competitive salary with a 1:1 rotation schedule you will receive a non-contributory pension scheme, collective schemes such as collective health insurance.
• Career development: Plenty of opportunities to realize your full potential. Challenge yourself with (online) courses in our Boskalis academy.
• Young Boskalis: are you under 36? Come and join Young Boskalis! Have fun and join in social and sports activities ranging from pub quizzes to yoga, bootcamps and an annual sailing boat race. Networking and knowledge sharing are a vital part of Young Boskalis as well.

Your team

You will be part of the Offshore team of Boskalis Subsea Cables, potentially working on various vessels and/or Trenching and Ploughing systems together with our teams offshore.

Where you will work

On flexible rotations, offshore across the world on different projects or in our shoreside facilities in Rotterdam, the Netherlands.

Full/part-time job

The position of ROV Pilot Technician I is a full-time job, with a flexible offshore rotation.

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.