ROV pilot technicians operating subsea systems aboard an offshore support vessel

Below the waterline

Subsea & ROV

Technical profiles capture vehicle systems, tooling, hours, project environments and marine safety evidence for subsea operations.

What the work can involve

Typical duties

  • Operate or maintain ROV systems
  • Support launch and recovery
  • Monitor subsea inspection and intervention
  • Maintain technical and shift records

Typical evidence

  • Role-relevant ROV/subsea competence
  • Offshore or marine survival training
  • Medical fitness evidence
  • Electrical/hydraulic qualifications where relevant

Profile fields

  • Vehicle classes
  • Pilot/technical hours
  • Tooling systems
  • Vessel and project history

Progression

Trainee pilot/tech → pilot technician → supervisor or superintendent.

Training routes

  • 3t technical and marine courses
  • Specialist ROV providers