Remote Operated Vehicle Technician

Key Information

Location
Offshore

Work environment
Site

Work area
Array cables / offshore export cables

Typical employer
Lead contractor or subcontractor

Applicable project phase
Construction / operations (depending on project scope)

Tasks and responsibilities

A Remove Operated Vehicle (ROV) Technician has overall responsibility for operating ROVs to perform tasks including survey, cable lay, infrastructure installation, repair, and maintenance. A ROV Technician may also maintain and repair electronic, mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems as well as fault finding and testing.

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Example competencies

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or equivalent (electrical, electronic, or mechanical highly desirable)

• BOSIET (if required for vessel crew changes)

• Hold an IMCA / MTSC logbook (or obtain if new entrant) to record hours and competencies

• Work at Heights certification

• Construction Industry White Card

• Maritime Security Identification Card (MSIC)

• Current training in High Voltage Electricity as per Appendix 1 of IMCA R005 or IMCA C010 (Certificate required)

• Current OGUK Medical

Experience

• Experience in mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and electronic fields desirable

• Experience working as a ROV Technician on a construction / installation vessel highly regarded

• Experience on wind farm installation projects highly desirable but not essential

• Familiarity with the specific ROV being utilised for the project (when known) highly regarded

Skills and knowledge

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with team members

• HSEQ knowledge and familiarity with safety conversations, drills, and procedures        

• Ability to work as part of a team ensuring that safety of all team members is always the priority

• Understanding of risks and hazards of operating the ROV

Physical requirements

• Ability to pass OGUK medical

• Ability to work offshore on a regular rotation roster

• Ability to pass a BOSIET (if required)

Personal attributes

• Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing logistical requirements       

• Safety focused, with the ability to promote and adhere to a safety-first work culture