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ROV Tooling Technician (mechanical)
Role summary
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The role involves maintaining, repairing, testing and preparing remotely operated vehicle (ROV) tooling and associated mechanical equipment for offshore projects. Candidates are typically expected to have mechanical engineering, maintenance or workshop experience, with practical skills in fault-finding, hydraulic and mechanical systems, assembly, inspection and safe use of technical equipment. Experience with ROVs, subsea tooling, lifting equipment or offshore energy operations would be advantageous. The successful candidate should work accurately from drawings and procedures, complete maintenance records, support equipment mobilisation, and follow strict health, safety, quality and environmental standards. Flexibility for occasional offshore work, travel, overtime and participation in call-out arrangements may also be required.
Can I work in the UK?
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How it works
How it works: Roustabouts have no route; degree-level engineers (going rate GBP 46,800 to 58,700) are sponsored, and electricians and pipe fitters only if on a shortage list.
Before you apply: Many rigs and platforms ask for an offshore safety induction with helicopter escape training (BOSIET, or its tropical version TBOSIET; refresher within 4 years) and an offshore medical. Ship crews need sea-safety certificates (STCW). Ask who pays.
Watch for: The July 2026 review proposes access from January 2027 for electricians, pipe fitters, welders and ship officers; not yet decided. Roustabout jobs are on no list read.
Official source: GOV.UK: Temporary Shortage List Stage 2 report (Migration Advisory Committee). Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Offshore & Rig Operations jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Bed and meals | Bed and meals on the rig are free (recruiter guide) |
|---|---|
| Rotation | Varies; sources disagree on the usual North Sea pattern |
| Flights and transfers | Varies |
| Pay and allowances | Day rate, salary plus offshore allowance, or one rotation package; ask which |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Saipem Limited
Saipem Limited is the UK-based operation of Saipem, a major Italian engineering and energy-services group working across offshore and onshore energy, subsea construction, drilling, renewables and infrastructure. The company provides engineering, procurement, project management, fabrication, installation and specialist marine services to energy clients internationally. Its subsea activities rely on advanced remotely operated vehicles, tooling, vessels and highly skilled technical teams. In the United Kingdom, Saipem supports projects from onshore facilities and offices as well as offshore locations, with a strong focus on operational reliability, safety, environmental responsibility and technical innovation. Employees may work with multidisciplinary teams involving engineers, technicians, vessel crews, project managers and client representatives. The company generally values practical competence, safe working practices, continuous learning, teamwork and the ability to operate effectively in demanding industrial and offshore environments.