Senior Offshore ROV Pilot & Team Lead

Fugro; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Contributory pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Discounts platform

Employee referral bonus scheme

Job summary

Fugro is seeking a Senior ROV Pilot Technician for a 12-month fixed-term contract to support the Supervisor in operating and maintaining Work-Class ROVs on a major subsea project offshore the Spanish coast. You will lead by example, supervise shifts and coordinate maintenance and safety across offshore operations.

This hands-on role requires proven ROV piloting skills, strong safety awareness and the ability to work with cross-functional teams on vessels and platforms while pursuing training

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in at least one core technical discipline (electrical, mechanical, or hydraulic).
• Competent in piloting ROVs and operating manipulators with precision.
• Hands-on experience with various ROV systems, subsea tooling, and Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS).
• Background in diverse subsea operations and adaptability to different offshore environments and conditions.
• Experience supporting mobilisations and demobilisations as part of a collaborative offshore team.
• Strong safety awareness, aligned with the company’s Safety Management System.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair activities for ROV systems, including associated subsea equipment and tooling.
• Perform a wide range of piloting and manipulator operations during subsea tasks, supporting complex offshore ROV missions.
• Execute safe and efficient launch and recovery procedures for the ROV system, including TMS and LARS operations.
• Support the Supervisor with operational planning, safety documentation, and technical coordination across offshore projects.
• Collaborate effectively with the ROV team, worksite personnel, and project staff to ensure smooth and efficient marine operations.
• Work directly with company personnel and clients to complete subsea tasks, aligning with project requirements managed by the Service Line Project Management Team and Director.

Skills

ROV piloting

Maintenance

Leadership

Safety management

Offshore operations

Team supervision

Tools

TMS systems

LARS systems

Subsea tooling

Job description

Fugro is seeking a Senior ROV Pilot Technician for a 12-month fixed-term contract to support the Supervisor in operating and maintaining Work-Class ROVs on a major subsea project offshore the Spanish coast. You will lead by example, supervise shifts and coordinate maintenance and safety across offshore operations.

This hands-on role requires proven ROV piloting skills, strong safety awareness and the ability to work with cross-functional teams on vessels and platforms while pursuing training