ROV Pilot Technician (Offshore Fleet)

Institute of Marine Engineering, Science & Technology (IMarEST); Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider seeks an individual for an ROV Operations position in Aberdeen, UK. This role involves ensuring effective operation of remote vehicles on designated projects and assisting in the training of personnel. The ideal candidate should possess relevant technician qualifications, offshore experience, and up-to-date safety certifications. Responsibilities include maintaining ROV systems, completing documentation, and adhering to safety protocols. A day rate contract is offered, emphasizing TechnipFMC's commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Shall possess current offshore survival and medical certification.
• Experience operating / maintaining ROVs and associated launch systems required.
• Minimum 200 hours piloting time with relevant offshore experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ROV operations as instructed.
• Complete daily documentation and produce accurate detailed reports.
• Perform remote vehicle and systems maintenance in compliance with schedules.
• Assist with procurement of parts/materials.
• Launch and recovery of ROV system.

Skills

Offshore experience

ROV operation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Documentation skills

Education

Technician qualification in Mechanical/Electrical/Electronic

Higher National Certificate (HNC)

Higher National Diploma (HND)

Tools

ROV systems

Maintenance tools

Job description

Job Purpose

Safe and effective operation of remote vehicle and associated systems in the pursuit of project objectives and deliverables on board the nominated vessel. Ensuring that all aspects of the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) operation they are asked to carry out are in accordance with the ROV Operations Manual and the Business Management System (BMS). Assist with the offshore training and development of ROV Pilot Technician Grade 4 and 3 personnel.

Job Description

• To assist with ROV operations as instructed and in accordance with approved procedures and TechnipFMC Quality Health Safety and Environment (QHS&E) policy and objectives
• To complete, as requested, daily documentation and produce accurate detailed reports as well as project deliverables
• To perform remote vehicle and systems maintenance in compliance with TechnipFMC schedules
• Assist with system stock control
• To assist with the procurement of parts/materials
• To perform corrective and equipment breakdown reporting and system stock control
• Good housekeeping in and around ROV work area
• To carry out tasks deemed within candidate's capability/competency as requested by Company
• Management or Superintendent / Supervisor / Snr Pilot Tech
• Launch and recovery of ROV system

Essential

• Offshore experience in a similar role
• A nationally recognised Technician qualification in a relevant technical subject (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic). Minimum Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent
• Shall possess current offshore survival and medical certification to UK and Norwegian minimum standards

Preferred

• Higher National Diploma (HND) in relevant engineering subject (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic / Hydraulic)
• High Voltage Safety Awareness training certification
• Basic Hydraulics training certification
• Manual Handling certification
• Working at Height certification

Typical background and experience required

• Experience operating / maintaining ROV's and associated launch systems
• Awareness of legislation/guidance e.g. reporting accidents, near miss reports
• Awareness of Company safety management system
• Demonstrates good safety and housekeeping practices
• Channel ROV system technical queries to the shift Supervisor
• Knowledge of emergency procedures
• Work as part of a team and assists others
• Demonstrates good communications between colleagues/Client/office
• Capable of assisting with planned maintenance system
• Capable of assisting crew to locate fault
• Capable of operating ROV to worksite in most conditions
• Minimum 200 hours piloting time with relevant offshore experience
• Capable of performing general manipulator duties with 5 and 7 finger manipulators
• Capable of performing task under supervision
• Capable of performing task without direct supervision
• Ability to coordinate dive records, video, audio and written logs
• Looks for improvements, regularly makes suggestions, occasionally offers new ideas, methods or concepts
• Generally efficient and productive
• Capable of interpreting and using navigation aids

Additional information

Additional information: Please note this role in being offered on a day rate contract basis only.

Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.

TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.

Learn more about TechnipFMC and find other open positions by visiting our Career Page.

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Date posted: Dec 29, 2025

Requisition number: 16173