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 an ROV system Maintainer to join them as part of the wider SALMO (Salvage and Marine Operations) department.
Our SALMO team is the lead across the Ministry of Defence (MOD) for the provision of marine salvage and emergency response. Our specialists including Master Mariners, Marine Engineers, Naval Architects, Environmental Scientists, ROV Pilots, AUV (Autonomous Underwater Vehicle) Operators and Divers provide a centre of expertise for subsea activities and marine operations. Our operations are varied and include salvage assistance to damaged surface vessels, location of aircraft on the sea-bottom, survey of WWII wrecks, towage of warships and submarines, emergency response preparedness exercises and underwater engineering support to resolve defects on Navy platforms at home and overseas.
You will play a pivotal role in the maintenance of ROV systems for SALMO. Your responsibilities will span both offshore and onshore environments, supporting the mobilisation, operation, and maintenance of our work class ROV systems. Our ROV Team, equipped with cutting edge commercial ROV technology, provides a unique capability within SALMO. We deliver deep water salvage solutions that not only support SALMO’s objectives but also contribute to broader MOD goals. Your participation in this team will be instrumental in driving these initiatives forward.
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.
What You’ll Be Doing
- To maintain the ROV system to a high standard in accordance with the planned maintenance system.
- Diagnose system faults, engaging with the ROV System manufacturer to find solutions to defects, breakdowns and equipment related safety concerns.
- Provide support to the Operations Manager and Logistics Team regarding spares holdings
- Support the ROV pilot techs in pre and post dive checks and piloting as required.
- Be prepared to work offshore for up to 120 days per year