If you are excited by the prospect of working with industry leading subsea technology in a challenging environment, then this could be the ideal opportunity for you. The ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) team are looking for Pilot Technicians to join them as part of the wider SALMO (Salvage and Marine Operations) department. The ROV Team delivers a discrete capability within SALMO using cutting edge commercial ROV technology to provide deep water salvage outputs in support of SALMO and wider MOD objectives. You will be responsible for ROV operations, mobilising, operating and maintaining SALMO work class ROV systems both offshore and onshore. This SALMO role sits within a dedicated Skill Group alongside other engineering managers working within the technical discipline of SALMO. These specialists deliver the MODs provision of marine salvage and emergency response. They provide a centre of expertise for subsea activities and marine operations such as, salvage assistance to damaged surface vessels, location of aircraft on the sea-bottom, survey of wrecks, towage of warships and submarines, emergency response preparedness exercises and underwater engineering support to rectify defects on Navy platforms at home and overseas. This role is operationally important and as such attracts allowances (SALMO Terms and Conditions) depending on the working situation the employee is undertaking at that time. The role offers a good work life balance, only deploying at sea for a maximum of 120 days per year with the remaining time taken against leave, training and office-based activity at HMNB Devonport. We champion a balanced approach to work at DE&S. When not offshore, regular in-person attendance in office is required for at least 3 days per week to foster the benefits of face-to-face collaboration, we also offer flexibility in hours to support a healthy work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourself with the site, the team, and your role. What youll be doing Operating and maintaining ROV systems onshore and offshore Ensuring that the ROV systems are operational and available to conduct investigations, inspections and under-water interventions in accordance with the project deliverables and applicable regulations Ensure the SALMO ROV capability is operated in line with industry best practise Operating as a Senior Pilot Tech or shift supervisor when required Be prepared to work offshore for up to 120 days per year Person specification To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria : Have experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful engineering outcomes in small scale task and projects; and Have a wide-ranging and relevant technical experience in subsea activities or marine operations; and Experience of managing marine operations with evidence of technical problem-solving and risk Management; and Hold (as minimum) IMCA accredited certification as an advanced ROV or AUV Pilot/Technician Grade I or a Survey Engineer Grade I, or a recognised company equivalent, with at least 180 days of documented offshore experience and a minimum of 100 hours operating an ROV or AUV at Grade II level. All experience must be verifiable through a logbook AND Be a Sole UK National Full UK Driving Licence Be able to satisfy requirements of: 2-Yearly ENG1 Seafarers Medical (1) Be enlisted as a Royal Navy Sponsored Reserve (1) For recruitment purposes, external candidates do not need to hold these but must have no known reasons not to achieve this within 6 months of employment. This role is subject to Retained Grade Terms and Conditions and differ from the DE&S standard Terms and Conditions. For SALMO Retained Grade seeking promotion, please refer to Part 2, Section 10.2 of the SALMO Retained Grade Handbook. In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview: Core Behaviour 1: Making Effective Decisions CSBC 3 Core Behaviour 2: Working Together CSBC 3 Technical Competence 1: ECF_01 Suitable Systems and Systems Thinking - Supervised Practitioner level Technical Competence 2: ECF_03 Supportable Technical Solutions Practitioner level Benefits Alongside your salary of 53,400, Ministry of Defence contributes 15,469 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Full time staff employed for less than 5 years are entitled to 26.5 days annual leave per year, rising to 31.5 days per year after 5 years of service Flexible and hybrid working options Market-leading employer pension contribution of around 28.97% Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications Support for progression Huge range of discounts Volunteering days Enhanced parental leave schemes Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether youre looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here youll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know. Further Information Candidate Information Pack: https://bit.ly/DES_Candidate-Information-Pack SALMO Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/SALMO-Terms-and-Conditions Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed here. Disability Confident: Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process. Conflicts of Interest: The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment. Please Note : In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below: 1st: Core Behaviour 1 2nd: Core Behaviour 2 3rd: Technical Competencies 4th: CV Review In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to utilise the Lead criterion, and/or and additional assessment. Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our candidate guidance (opens in a new window) for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria. 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Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the Civil Service People Plan (opens in a new window) and the Civil Service Diversity and Inclusion Strategy (opens in a new window). Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans (opens in a new window) initiative. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact : Name : Mike Ponsford Email : michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk Recruitment team Email : michael.ponsford101@mod.gov.uk Attachments 20250527 Success Profile Behaviours 2025 document v1-O Opens in new window (pdf, 11MB) 20250925-ECF V2.0 Opens in new window (pdf, 531kB) Apply at advertiser's site