Boskalis Subsea Services, a leading subsea provider of decommissioning, IRM and construction solutions, has announced a major expansion of its Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV) capabilities.
The firm has recently established a dedicated ROV department, backed by its state-of-the-art Remote Operations Centre (ROC) in Aberdeen, which opened earlier this year.
The launch of this new department further strengthens Boskalis’ position as an industry leader in remote subsea intervention and operations, supported by DP2 vessels and full-sized work-class ROVs (WROVs).
To support further growth, Boskalis Subsea Services is now undertaking a large-scale recruitment drive across the new department, including a targeted campaign to hire trainee ROC pilots. Several trainee intakes are planned over the next two years.
So far, the company has recruited 28 offshore ROV roles to support projects scheduled for 2026, including its first female ROV Pilot Technician to its offshore team, reflecting the company’s commitment to increasing diversity in an area of the industry where women remain underrepresented. The company plans to continue encouraging female applicants as it expands its ROC pilot workforce.
Gordon Low, ROV manager at Boskalis Subsea Services, said: “We’re creating new opportunities at a time when the industry needs them, while also widening access to roles that have traditionally been difficult to enter. Our new ROC and our commitment to remote operations give us a strong platform for future growth, and we’re looking forward to developing the next generation here in Aberdeen.”
The trainee ROC programme recruitment drive aims to broaden access to offshore careers, offering the opportunity for candidates to be based onshore, supporting offshore operations. This includes individuals with no traditional technical background, such as former police or military personnel, young people beginning their careers, and candidates seeking a structured onshore-based role with long-term progression opportunities.
The new ROV team and ROC are set to support a full schedule of projects beginning in 2026, reinforcing Aberdeen’s position as a hub for advanced subsea technology and operations.