ROV Tech Lead (2990)

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Job Details

Job Location Remote Employee-UK – ROMSEY, HampshireSecondary Job Location(s) Baltimore Office – Baltimore, MDPosition Type Full TimeEducation Level High School DiplomaTravel Percentage International Travel – ShipboardJob Shift 5×2-8a-430p

Description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world’s most innovative companies to create a more connected world?Β 

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.Β 

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe – SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.Β 

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you’re new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.Β 

Position OverviewΒ 

Subcom operates multiple subsea vehicles globally for subsea telecom cable installation and repair. The ROV Supervisor will supervise field operations and equipment maintenance and will report to the Director of Submersible Systems or Submersibles Operations Manager. The position will supervise SubCom employees and contracted labor to conduct and oversee equipment maintenance and subsea operations.

ResponsibilitiesΒ 

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  • Supervise the operation, repair, and maintenance of SubCom ROV and Sea Plow systems.
  • Perform the role of lead supervisor for ROV operations.
  • Fulfill shift supervisor role during ROV and Plow operations.
  • Supervise, monitor, and evaluate subsea contractors and SubCom employees.
  • Communicate and enforce company procedures and safety policies.
  • Prepare purchase requisitions and receive parts and supplies.
  • Manage onboard inventory and critical system spares.
  • Oversee system maintenance with a focus on operational readiness.
  • Conduct routine system audits during deployment.
  • Support mob and demobilization of ROV and Sea Plow systems.
  • Manage subsea equipment builds, including FAT and integration.
  • Provide clear feedback to submersibles management on system status and contracted labor.
  • Conduct administrative and supervisory tasks necessary for onboard submersible administration.
  • Conduct operational and administrative training.

Qualifications

QualificationsΒ 

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  • Minimum of five years working within the ROV industry.
  • Ability to run an ROV or Plow shift and manage ROV projects as lead supervisor.
  • Strong engineering or technical trade and experience operating and maintaining ROV or Sea Plow systems.
  • The ability to operate independently and proactively to address issues.Β 
  • Good communication skills, a positive attitude, and the ability to work in a team atmosphere.Β 
  • Functional computer skills, including Microsoft Office and Adobe applications.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITYΒ 

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.Β 

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables – the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world’s digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUESΒ 

Qualityβ€―β€― -β€―β€― Accountabilityβ€―β€― -β€―β€― Teamworkβ€―β€― -β€―β€― InnovationΒ 

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SubCom is hiring a remote ROV Tech Lead (2990) from πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ UK

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This is a Full Time role.

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