OVERVIEW
Subsea Staffing connects skilled offshore professionals with real projects around the world.
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We specialize in recruiting ROV pilots, technicians, and subsea engineers for operations in U.S. and international waters — from inspection and maintenance campaigns to complex intervention and construction work. Our mission is simple: to match the right people with the right vessels and spreads, fast.
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We focus on transparent communication, fair pay, and full compliance with offshore safety and certification standards.Whether you’re an experienced ROV pilot, a newly certified technician, or an operator needing rapid deployment capacity, Subsea Staffing delivers the talent, readiness, and reliability you need to keep offshore operations moving.

We can help procure visas, certs and, often, qualifications to move up the ladder.
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Open Roles | Find your next hitch.
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‍Disciplines: Pilot • Senior Pilot • Supervisor • ET/Mech • Intervention • Survey

Experience: Entry • 1–3 yrs • 3–7 yrs • 7+ yrs

‍Location: Gulf of Mexico • West Coast • Alaska • International (U.S.-eligible only)

‍Rotation: 14/14 • 21/21 • 28/28 • Project-Based

‍Clearance/Docs: TWIC • MMC • Passport • BOSIET/FOET • HUET • OGUK/Offshore MedicalSortMost Recent • Highest Day Rate • Rotation Fit • Location Proximity  

Current Opportunities: 

‍ROV Pilot – Work Class (IMR)
New Jersey
Scope: Inspection/maintenance/repair on subsea assets; light intervention; tooling swaps.
You have: BOSIET/FOET, HUET, TWIC, valid offshore medical; 500+ piloting hours preferred.
Nice to have: Fiber-optic terminations, hydraulic troubleshooting, Sonardyne/USBL familiarity.

Apply →Senior ROV Pilot / Shift Supervisor (Drilling Support)
Norway + Global
Scope: Supervise WROV ops, launch/recovery, pre-dive checklists, defect reporting, JSA leadership.
You have: 1,500+ hours on work-class, previous mentoring/supervisory experience, strong safety record.
Nice to have: PLC basics, tooling maintenance, hot-stab operations, intervention skids.
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Apply →ROV Technician (Electro-Tech)
East Coast
Scope: ET focus—fault finding, AC/DC, fiber, multiplex, spares management, camera/lighting systems.
You have: ET background (Navy/Coast Guard or Maritime Institute), BOSIET/HUET, passport.
Nice to have: Sea trials experience, umbilical terminations, QHSE reporting.
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Apply →Entry-Level ROV Trainee
Norway
Scope: Assist pilots/techs; maintain deck tools; learn launch/recovery; housekeeping & safety checks.
You have: Mechanical/electrical aptitude, clean drug/alcohol screen, willingness to work rotations.
Nice to have: Maritime school or veteran ET background, TWIC in progress.
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Apply →Don’t see your perfect fit?
Join our ROV Roster with a quick apply—tell us your rotation, certs, and earliest mobilization date. We’ll call when the right seat opens.

How Our Process Works
‍Quick Apply (2 min) → 2) 10-min screen → 3) Client shortlist → 4) Pre-mob docs → 5) Mobilize
Clear communication, transparent day rates, and travel details before you say yes.

Equal Opportunity
We hire based on skill, safety, and readiness. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate on any protected basis.

Life Offshore

Real work, real rotations, real teams. Here’s what to expect before you step on deck.

What to Expect Onboard
Safety first:
Daily toolbox talks, JSAs, stop-work authority for everyone.

Shift pattern:
12-hour shifts (day/night), handovers at the spread, clear task ownership.

Living:
Shared cabins, galley meals, limited connectivity, laundry service.
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Work rhythm:
Pre-dive checks, launch/recovery, piloting or maintenance, reporting & debrief.
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Pay cadence:
Day-rate with mobilization/demob terms; per diems and travel policies vary by client.

Day-in-the-Life: 
ROV Pilot (Work-Class) Pre-dive inspections, launch with LARS team.

Pilot tasks:
tracking, manip work, tooling changes, live comms with bridge and client rep.

Post-dive:
logbook entries, video stills, anomalies/defects, handover to next shift.ROV Technician (ET/Mech)Morning checks: power, comms, sensors, cameras, lighting, hydraulics.

Troubleshoot faults (electrical/fiber/hydraulic), manage spares, document fixes.

Support deck ops, ensure the spread is safe and ready.

Rotations & Leave
Common rotations: 14/14, 21/21, 28/28 depending on project and location.

Travel usually paid or reimbursed per client policy; details confirmed before mobilization.
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Expect variable weather delays—build flexibility into your leave plans.Career LadderTrainee → ROV Technician (ET/Mech) → Pilot → Senior Pilot → Supervisor → Offshore Superintendent / Onshore Ops

We prioritize placements that grow your hours, intervention exposure, and leadership experience.

Training & Certifications
Baseline: BOSIET/FOET, HUET, valid offshore medical (OGUK or equivalent), drug/alcohol screening, Passport.Often required: TWIC, MMC (role-dependent).Skills that stand out: hydraulics, fiber optics, AC/DC, PLC fundamentals, tooling & hot-stab operations, USBL/Sonar ops.

About Us
Subsea Staffing is a specialist offshore recruitment firm focused on placing ROV pilots, technicians, and subsea personnel into real projects—quickly and safely. Our leadership brings decades of combined experience in subsea operations, vessel management, and offshore ROV spreads, giving us a deep understanding of what crews actually need on deck. We operate with a safety-first mindset: every placement is vetted for competence, readiness, and certification compliance before mobilization.

How Our Placements Work
1. Screening
We review experience, certifications, offshore medicals, and rotation preferences to ensure a strong fit for the project.
2. Shortlist
Qualified candidates are matched to client requirements, including tooling experience, vessel type familiarity, and availability.
3. Pre-Mobilization
We coordinate documentation, client onboarding requirements, travel instructions, and safety briefings.
4. Onboarding & Mobilization
Candidates are mobilized with clear scope, day rate, rotation, and reporting lines — no surprises, full transparency.Partners & ClientsWe support operators, subsea contractors, and energy companies across the U.S. and internationally.

Compliance & Standards
Subsea Staffing adheres to strict operational and ethical standards across every placement:
- EEO Commitment: We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, gender, age, or background.
- Anti-Bribery & Ethics: Zero-tolerance policy for bribery, kickbacks, or improper influence in recruitment.
- Safety Policy: All candidates must hold valid offshore certifications (BOSIET/FOET, HUET, medicals) and participate in client-required HSE briefings and reporting practices.
- Data Protection: Candidate documents and certifications are handled confidentially and securely. 

FAQ

Do you sponsor training?
For the right candidates and long-term commitments, yes—case-by-case (e.g., BOSIET refreshers).

How quickly can I mobilize?
If your docs are current, as soon as the next sail window and client approval.

‍Will I know the day rate and scope up front?
Yes. We share scope, rotation, rate, and travel terms before you decide.

‍Can entry-level candidates apply?
Absolutely. Show your technical aptitude, clean safety record, and willingness to learn.

How and what should I submit?
Send us your resume and you preferred rotation, as well as your earliest available date.