Diver
Key Information
Location
Offshore
Work environment
Site
Work area
Offshore export cables / transport and installation / offshore substations
Typical employer
Lead contractor or subcontractor
Applicable project phase
Construction
Tasks and responsibilities
Working from an offshore construction, installation or dive support vessel, a Diver has overall responsibility for assisting with subsea cable installation, seabed inspection, subsea construction, repairs, and maintenance. A Diver typically works as part of a team under the Diving Supervisor or Lead Diver and ensures all diving equipment complies with all applicable rules, laws, regulations, and governing bodies.
Example competencies
Qualifications
ADAS Diver qualification
Current AS 2299 Dive Medical
BOSIET (if required for vessel crew changes)
Current Advanced First Aid certification
Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)
Construction Industry White Card
Experience
Experience working as a commercial diver in offshore construction, subsea installation, repairs and maintenance or cable lay
Experience on wind farm installation projects highly desirable but not essential
Skills and knowledge
Strong communication skills with the ability to work with different nationalities and cultural groups
HSEQ knowledge and familiarity with safety conversations, drills and procedures
Understanding of risks and hazards of the job
Ability to work as a team and ensure the safety of team members is always the priority during work scope
Physical requirements
Ability to pass dive medical
Ability to work underwater for lengthy periods of time on a regular rotation roster
Ability to pass a BOSIET (if required)
Personal attributes
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing logistical requirements
Confidence to speak up if the work scope is beyond the diver’s experience or capabilities as well as reporting any hazards or safety concerns
Safety focused, with the ability to promote and adhere to a safety-first work culture
