ROV Supervisor (Offshore Fleet)

Job Purpose

To supervise the ROV Pilots and Senior Pilot Technicians during all ROV operations. The ROV Supervisor reports to the ROV Superintendent and/or Systems Supervisor, ensuring that all aspects of the ROV operation are carried out in accordance with the ROV Operations Manual and Business Management System (BMS). To assist with technical and developmental training of ROV personnel assigned to their team. To take operational ownership of ROV system, technical equipment, maintenance and spares.

Job Description

• To ensure ROV operations are conducted safely, efficiently and to the Client's satisfaction
• To arrange for, or perform "on the job" training of personnel unfamiliar with the particular vessel or ROV system or tooling in use
• To appraise personnel performance in the execution of the work such that any training requirements for Pilots / Senior Pilots are identified. To perform competency assessment of ROV personnel in accordance with the Company's Competency scheme and to review and complete personnel logs / witness statements accordingly
• To supervise onboard equipment maintenance in accordance with established schedules and assess system's capability to perform tasks in given operational constraints
• To assist with the arrangement for the procurement of parts/materials
• To assist when requested with review of system manuals and maintenance log books and certification for validity, currency, coverage and relevance for feedback to ROV Superintendent and RSU management
• To ensure that the ROV systems are maintained to a high standard. Promote and demonstrate good house-keeping in and around the work area
• To communicate and implement system shutdown in the event of equipment malfunction/failure orunsafe operation. System shutdown to take into account proximity to divers and vessel

Personnel Supervising and Communication

• Provide decision making, leadership and assertiveness, as team leader, to effectively manage the personnel under his/her direction and control
• Ensure that the team maintain the safety and security of the working environment
• Plan and ensure effective communications with the team
• Ensure an effective shift handover including any safe work procedure and explanation of current working conditions
• Maintain good inter-personal and communication skills with colleagues and other Supervisors
• Liaise with all members of the proposed shift and the other Supervisors in order to achieve a smooth start to the project
• Liaise with the System Supervisor/Superintendent Project team and Bridge Engineer and report any concerns about the operation immediately, whether this is a personal view or that of a member of the team
• Monitor the performance of the personnel on shift and encourage safe working practices
• Fulfil the role of Work Place Assessor (WPA) if qualified to do so
• To be familiar with the Company's Performance Appraisal Procedure ensuring annual appraisals are completed within the timeframes specified
• To assist and give guidance/help to new employees and trainees. To ensure other members of the team to use their knowledge and experience to train and advise new starts
• Liaise with Subcontractors, vessel crew and Project Engineers

You are meant for this job if:

Qualifications (professional, technical, academic):
Essential:

• Valid offshore European survival certificate (UK and Norwegian)
• Valid offshore medical certificate (UK and Norwegian)

Preferred:

• A nationally recognised Technician qualification in a relevant technical subject (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronic). Higher National Certificate (HNC) or equivalent academic certificate
• High Voltage training certificate
• Basic Hydraulics training certificate
• Fibre Optics training certificate

Typical background and experience required:
Essential:

• Shall demonstrate extensive technical and operational knowledge of the ROV systems
• Shall possess extensive knowledge of current safety and quality standards as applied to systems and their requirements in an offshore environment
• Attended Supervisory Skills course
• Good working knowledge of written and oral English language
• Good experience at a supervisory level on offshore construction vessels
• Good understanding and working knowledge of current IMCA legislation and guidance
• Good understanding and working knowledge of Quality Health Safety and Environment (QHS&E) Safety Management Systems Has completed and had validated TechnipFMC Competency for Senior Pilot Technician 1 and 2
• Has completed required days offshore and logged appropriate flying hours to be considered for promotion from Senior Pilot Technician Grade 1 to ROV Supervisor
• Has worked with a variety of work class ROV's on company and third-party vessels.

Nice to have:

• Competency Assessor Training
• Appraisal Training
• Clear understanding of the companies BMS system

Skills

Change Leadership
Communication Skills and Abilities
Continuous Development
Innovation Leadership
Leadership
Strategic Thinking

Being a global leader in the energy industry requires an inclusive and diverse environment. TechnipFMC promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities to all ages, races, ethnicities, religions, sexual orientations, gender expressions, disabilities, or all other pluralities. We celebrate who you are and what you bring. Every voice matters and we encourage you to add to our culture.

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Date posted: Feb 6, 2025

Requisition number: 11496