ROV Pilot Technician (Offshore Fleet)
Location:
Aberdeen, GB
Employment type: Contingent Worker Place of work: Remote Offshore/Onshore: Offshore
TechnipFMC is committed to driving real change in the energy industry. Our ambition is to build a sustainable future through relentless innovation and global collaboration – and we want you to be part of it. You’ll be joining a culture that values curiosity, expertise, and ideas as well as equal opportunities, inclusion, and authenticity. Bring your unique energy to our team of more than 21,000 people worldwide, and discover a rewarding, fulfilling, and varied career that you can take in anywhere you want to go.
Job Purpose
Safe and effective operation of remote vehicle and associated systems in the pursuit of project objectives and deliverables on board the nominated vessel. Ensuring that all aspects of the Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) operation they are asked to carry out are in accordance with the ROV Operations Manual and the Business Management System (BMS). Assist with the offshore training and development of ROV Pilot Technician Grade 4 and 3 personnel.
Job Description
1. To assist with ROV operations as instructed and in accordance with approved procedures and TechnipFMC Quality Health Safety and Environment (QHS&E) policy and objectives
2. To complete, as requested, daily documentation and produce accurate detailed reports as well as project deliverables
3. To perform remote vehicle and systems maintenance in compliance with TechnipFMC schedules
4. Assist with system stock control
5. To assist with the procurement of parts/materials
6. To perform corrective and equipment breakdown reporting and system stock control
7. Good housekeeping in and around ROV work area
8. To carry out tasks deemed within candidate’s capability/competency as requested by Company
9. Management or Superintendent / Supervisor / Snr Pilot Tech
10. Launch and recovery of ROV system
You are meant for this job if:
Essential:
11. Offshore experience in a similar role
12. A nationally recognised Technician qualification in a relevant technical subject (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic). Minimum Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent
13. Shall possess current offshore survival and medical certification to UK and Norwegian minimum standards
Preferred:
14. Higher National Diploma (HND) in relevant engineering subject (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic / Hydraulic)
15. High Voltage Safety Awareness training certification
16. Basic Hydraulics training certification
17. Manual Handling certification
18. Working at Height certification
Typical background and experience required
19. Experience operating / maintaining ROV’s and associated launch systems
20. Awareness of legislation/guidance e.g. reporting accidents, near miss reports
21. Awareness of Company safety management system
22. Demonstrates good safety and housekeeping practices
23. Channel ROV system technical queries to the shift Supervisor
24. Knowledge of emergency procedures
25. Work as part of a team and assists others
26. Demonstrates good communications between colleagues/Client/office
27. Capable of assisting with planned maintenance system
28. Capable of assisting crew to locate fault
29. Capable of operating ROV to worksite in most conditions
30. Minimum 200 hours piloting time with relevant offshore experience
31. Capable of performing general manipulator duties with 5 and 7 finger manipulators
32. Capable of performing task under supervision
33. Capable of performing task without direct supervision
34. Ability to coordinate dive records, video, audio and written logs
35. Looks for improvements, regularly makes suggestions, occasionally offers new ideas, methods or concepts
36. Generally efficient and productive
37. Capable of interpreting and using navigation aids
Additional information
Please note this role in being offered on a day rate contract basis only.
Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes equal opportunities and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matter and we encourage you to add to our culture.
TechnipFMC respects the rights and dignity of those it works with and promotes adherence to internationally recognized human rights principles for those in its value chain.
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Date posted: Dec 29, 2025 Requisition number: 16173