ROV Pilot Technician

ROVOP is a global ROV specialist. Our core focus is the provision of high performing assets and personnel to deliver exceptional subsea operations. Our history and market reach in subsea robotics services position ROVOP as a partner of choice for major players across multiple sectors. ROVOP's long-proven ability to deliver complete ROV solutions reduces risk and cost for customers while maximising safety and operational performance.

Having been acquired by the Edison Chouest family of companies in May 2024, we now have a remarkable opportunity for further growth and innovation, with an increased fleet of ROVs and opportunities for our current pool of ROV experts.

Due to a strong and growing pipeline of international projects secured for 2026, ROVOP is expanding its team. We're actively seeking experienced and skilled ROV professionals at all levels for immediate mobilisation to support a diverse portfolio of long-term operations across our expanding fleet of ROV systems and vessels worldwide.

Key duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Must be knowledgeable and experienced with the ROV control, navigational and propulsion systems.
• Assist in the Launch and Recovery of the ROV System
• Ensuring that the ROV and all its systems are in complete working order and in compliance with all technical requirements throughout the contract period
• Conducting the dive in accordance with recognized operating procedures to conduct carry out designated work safely and efficiently.
• Undertake navigation and observers' duties to include Log Keeping, and operating operation of manipulators and ancillary equipment fitted to the ROV.
• Be capable of assessing weather conditions and operational parameters for safe ROV operations.
• Pilot ROV independently and in most environmental conditions.
• Complete and submit written operational/technical reports at the end of each offshore cycle relating to all aspects of the project and technical repairs conducted.
• Maintain working knowledge of third-party tooling and sensors and be able to integrate and fault find accordingly

Successful candidates will have experience, in the operation of one or more of the following:-

• Schilling HD/UHD systems;
• Triton- XLX and XLS systems
• Seaeye - Panther, Cougar and Tiger systems
• Sub-Atlantic - Comanche and Mohican systems

You will also hold a valid competence certificate (in line with IMCA guidelines), BOSIET and offshore medical. Full GWO (preferable). Preference will be given to candidates also holding valid HV certification, a second passport and valid seaman's certification/books.

ROVOP Inc. offer a competitive remuneration package including 401k pension, Company paid health insurance (100% of cost), life assurance, LTD, STD.