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Trainee ROV Pilot Technician - United Kingdom
full-time

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Company Profile

Candidates must reside in the United Kingdom
Closing date: Tuesday 3rd February 2026.  Proposed Start Date 25th May 2026
 
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

Position Summary

Responsible for operating Remotely Operated Vehicles, Subsea Tooling, IWOCS and RWOCS Systems, Tensioning and Reel Systems in a safe and efficient manner, and maintaining and repairing all electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and sub-systems associated with same including component repair, replacement and troubleshooting.


Duties And Responsibilities

  • Operate equipment to include cameras (video and still), acoustic positioning systems, sonars, manipulators (robotic arms), LARS (Launch and Recovery Systems), hydraulic power units, complex subsea tooling, surface, and subsea workover systems.
  • Assist or pilot the ROV including evaluating the environment conditions and hazards, dock/undock from TMS (tether management system), and navigate the ROV by acoustics, sonar and visual (video).
  • Perform maintenance/repairs on equipment: maintain/ repair electronics, maintain/ repair hydraulics, maintain/repair mechanics, use test equipment, calibrate, and align equipment, and perform general housekeeping and corrosion control.
  • Will operate and repair electrical over hydraulic and direct hydraulic control systems that interact with pumps, valves and other hydraulic transmission and power equipment.
  • Will operate and interface sub-sea navigational equipment including but not limited to magnetic compass, gyro, transducer, sonar, altimeter, and associated survey equipment.
  • Integrates and operates tooling including but not limited to cutters, pump units, multipurpose skids, dredging systems, standalone sensory systems, and any other tooling integrated to the Remotely Operated Vehicle. 
  • Maintains parts and supplies inventory associated with all electrical, electronic, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies and subassemblies. 

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED), Technical/Associates degree preferred.
  • 12 months of formal mechanical and hydraulic training and 12 months of formal electrical and electronics training; or combination of education and experience.
  • Must be able to obtain a valid Passport and any other regionally mandated offshore work requirement documents as appropriate.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

  • Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving. 
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. 
  • Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
  • Treats others fairly and with respect.
  • Knowledge of company policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values, etc.
  • Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
  • Seeks out new learning experiences.
  • Identifies what needs to be done and acts before being asked or required.

How To Apply

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.


Closing Statement

We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to advance in an international company. To apply, click 'Apply Now'.


Other facts

Tech stack
Operating ROVs,Subsea Tooling,Hydraulic Systems,Electrical Systems,Mechanical Systems,Troubleshooting,Maintenance,Calibration,Navigation,Teamwork,Problem Solving,Inventory Management,Communication,Safety Procedures,Corrosion Control,Analytical Skills

About Oceaneering International

Oceaneering is a global technology company delivering engineered services and products and robotic solutions to the offshore energy, defense, aerospace, and manufacturing industries.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
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Industry: Oil and Gas
Founding Year: 1964

What you'll do

  • The Trainee ROV Pilot Technician is responsible for operating Remotely Operated Vehicles and maintaining all associated systems. This includes performing repairs and troubleshooting on electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

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What does a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician - United Kingdom do at Oceaneering International?

As a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician - United Kingdom at Oceaneering International, you will: the Trainee ROV Pilot Technician is responsible for operating Remotely Operated Vehicles and maintaining all associated systems. This includes performing repairs and troubleshooting on electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems..

Why join Oceaneering International as a Trainee ROV Pilot Technician - United Kingdom?

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