ROV Tooling Technician

Ashtead Technology; Kintore; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Positive company culture

Job summary

Ashtead Technology is seeking an ROV Tooling Technician to join their team in Kintore, Scotland. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a wide range of ROV tooling and associated equipment, ensuring all systems are operational and ready for deployment.

Candidates should have a qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience, along with proven expertise in ROV tooling systems and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a dynamic team environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• Proven experience maintaining ROV tooling equipment.
• Strong knowledge of ROV tooling systems and hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining, testing, and repairing ROV tooling and associated equipment.
• Commissioning new tooling systems and preparing packages for offshore mobilisation.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on mechanical and hydraulic systems.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of ROV tooling systems

Communication skills

Ability to read engineering drawings

Education

Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Torque tools

Hydraulic tools

Electrical systems

Job description

Ashtead Technology have an exciting opportunity for an ROV Tooling Technician to join our busy team in Kintore - we are seeking a hands‑on problem solver with a passion for technical problem‑solving and offshore technology.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Inspecting, maintaining, testing, and repairing a wide range of ROV tooling and associated equipment.
• Commissioning new tooling systems and supporting bespoke tooling builds from assembly through to testing.
• Preparing tooling packages for offshore mobilisation, ensuring all equipment is certified, operational, and deployment‑ready.
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out repairs on mechanical, hydraulic, and electro‑hydraulic systems.
• Supporting mobilisations, site interface testing, and commissioning activities when required.
• Managing equipment records, work orders, and inventory to maintain operational readiness and traceability.

What Experience You’ll Bring:

• Qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent industry experience.
• Proven experience maintaining, inspecting, testing, and repairing ROV tooling equipment.
• Strong knowledge of ROV tooling systems, including torque tools, valve packs, cutters, LAOTs, and IHPUs.
• Sound understanding of hydraulic and electrical systems, with the ability to diagnose faults and interpret schematics.
• Ability to read and work from engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Strong problem‑solving skills with a proactive, detail‑focused approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with electrical systems and fault‑finding would be advantageous.

What We Can Offer:

• A dynamic & collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued, and your ideas welcomed
• The opportunity to make meaningful impact by empowering employees with the knowledge and skills they need to excel in their roles and drive business success
• Guidance & support from the experienced leaders you work with who are committed to your success and professional development
• A positive and inclusive company culture that fosters collaboration, creativity, and mutual respect among team members