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Company Description Working at Boskalis is about creating new horizons and sustainable solutions. In a world where population growth, an increase of global trade, demand for (new) energy and climate change are driving forces, we challenge you to make your mark in finding innovative and relevant solutions for complex infrastructural and marine projects.  In your job you will work for the offshore energy division.
Boskalis has one of the largest global fleets of specialized offshore vessels, allowing us to carry out a broad range of offshore activities. We provide innovative and sustainable all-round solutions to tackle major worldwide maritime challenges. Our Offshore Energy division supports sustainable energy solutions such as wind energy as well as traditional fossil facilities. We’re involved in the entire journey from developing and transporting to maintaining and decommissioning these facilities.
Job Description Make your mark as Senior ROV Pilot Technician at Boskalis Subsea Services in Aberdeen.  You will be a key member of the offshore ROV team, responsible for piloting, maintaining, and troubleshooting remotely operated vehicle (ROV) systems in support of subsea operations. This role provides technical leadership within the ROV crew and acts as a mentor to Pilot Technicians at Grades I and II.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong piloting proficiency, hands-on competence across electrical, electronic, and hydraulic systems, and a proactive approach to safety, planning, and task execution. Working under the supervision of the ROV Supervisor, the Senior Pilot Technician plays an integral role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality ROV operations. This includes overseeing complex tasks such as manipulator use, fibre-optic fault finding, and tooling deployment, as well as contributing to planning, reporting, and team development offshore.
The role requires excellent communication, sound judgement in dynamic conditions, and a commitment to maintaining high technical standards in line with company procedures, IMCA guidance (C005), and client requirements. Your responsibilities as a ROV Senior Pilot Technician: The main responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to; Execute advanced ROV piloting operations in support of subsea tasks including construction, survey, inspection, intervention, and tooling deployment, ensuring precision, safety, and compliance with procedures.
Lead the launch and recovery of ROV systems, coordinating deck crew, verifying safe working practices, and overseeing the use of LARS and TMS systems. Diagnose and resolve faults in ROV systems including electrical, electronic, fibre-optic, hydraulic, and mechanical components, using test equipment, circuit diagrams, and company maintenance procedures. Perform planned and corrective maintenance on ROV systems and sub-systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications and the company’s maintenance management system (MMS).
Monitor and interpret ROV telemetry, sonar, video feeds, sensor data, and vehicle diagnostics during live operations to support safe and accurate task execution. Operate and maintain manipulator systems, ensuring effective use for tasks such as valve operations, tool deployment, cutting, and recovery activities. Assist the ROV Supervisor in shift briefings, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and task planning, acting as operational lead in their absence (typically night shift or task-specific delegation).
Qualifications You can make your mark as an ROV Senior Pilot Technician if you have:  A minimum of 360 days offshore in the role of ROV Pilot Technician Grade I – CV with work history to date including at least 100 logged piloting hours demonstratable on IMCA ROV Logbook. Multi-discipline Project Experience: piloting observation or work-class ROVs, exposure to consoles, sonar, manipulator arms and common subsea tooling (preferred).  In addition, previous involvement with fibre-optic, HV