The Subsea Technician performs hands-on technical maintenance, inspection, and intervention activities on subsea equipment and systems. Working within a specialized subsea team, this role requires proficiency in ROV operations, subsea tooling, and intervention planning. All positions are international assignments servicing Suriname's deepwater offshore blocks.

Contract type: Contract
Rotation / schedule: 4/4 Rotational
Priority: CRITICAL
Local / Expat: 0 Local | 3 Expat/International
Certification snapshot: BOSIET · HUET · CBSP · MIST · OPITO Subsea Tech

Responsibilities

Subsea Equipment Operations & Maintenance

• Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot subsea trees, manifolds, and control systems.
• Support ROV-based inspection and intervention operations.
• Perform subsea tooling preparation, deployment, and retrieval.
• Conduct subsea equipment function testing and leak testing operations.

Intervention & Integrity

• Participate in well intervention, ILT, and subsea inspection campaigns.
• Maintain detailed records of all subsea maintenance and inspection activities.
• Support the Subsea Engineer in developing intervention procedures and risk assessments.

HSE & Offshore Compliance

• Comply with all offshore HSE requirements and subsea-specific safety protocols.
• Participate in emergency response and offshore survival drills.
• Maintain all offshore certifications in current status throughout the assignment.

Requirements

• BSc or HND in Mechanical, Subsea, or Offshore Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of subsea technician experience in offshore oil and gas.
• OPITO Subsea Technician Certificate (preferred).
• ROV Pilot/Technician experience is a significant advantage.
• Saturation diving awareness is an advantage.
• Proficiency in subsea tooling, pressure testing, and hydraulic systems.
• All positions are international / expat — Suriname nationals are encouraged to apply.

Required certifications

• BOSIET
• HUET
• CBSP
• MIST
• OPITO Subsea Technician Certificate
• ROV Pilot/Tech (preferred)

Competencies

• Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.
• Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.
• Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.
• Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.
• Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).
• Professional development, certification support and training allowances.
• Work with one of Suriname's leading HR & placement organizations in the O&G sector.

• <ul><li>BSc or HND in Mechanical, Subsea, or Offshore Engineering.</li><li>Minimum 7 years of subsea technician experience in offshore oil and gas.</li><li>OPITO Subsea Technician Certificate (preferred).</li><li>ROV Pilot/Technician experience is a significant advantage.</li><li>Saturation diving awareness is an advantage.</li><li>Proficiency in subsea tooling, pressure testing, and hydraulic systems.</li><li>All positions are international / expat — Suriname nationals are encouraged to apply.</li></ul><p><strong>Required certifications</strong></p><ul><li>BOSIET</li><li>HUET</li><li>CBSP</li><li>MIST</li><li>OPITO Subsea Technician Certificate</li><li>ROV Pilot/Tech (preferred)</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Technical Expertise: Deep domain knowledge with a commitment to continuous learning.</li><li>Safety Culture: HSSE mindset — safety is non-negotiable in every task.</li><li>Problem-Solving: Ability to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions under pressure.</li><li>Communication: Clear, professional verbal and written communication with multicultural teams.</li><li>Adaptability: Comfortable working in remote, challenging, and rotational environments.</li><li>Initiative: Proactive approach to identifying improvements and flagging risks before they escalate.</li></ul>
• <ul><li>Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and qualifications.</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement savings plan.</li><li>Rotation-based schedule with paid travel and accommodation (offshore roles).</li><li>Professional development, certification support and training allowances.</li><li>Work with one of Suriname&#039;s leading HR &amp; placement organizations in the O&amp;G sector.</li></ul>
• <p><strong>Subsea Equipment Operations &amp; Maintenance</strong></p><ul><li>Inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot subsea trees, manifolds, and control systems.</li><li>Support ROV-based inspection and intervention operations.</li><li>Perform subsea tooling preparation, deployment, and retrieval.</li><li>Conduct subsea equipment function testing and leak testing operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Intervention &amp; Integrity</strong></p><ul><li>Participate in well intervention, ILT, and subsea inspection campaigns.</li><li>Maintain detailed records of all subsea maintenance and inspection activities.</li><li>Support the Subsea Engineer in developing intervention procedures and risk assessments.</li></ul><p><strong>HSE &amp; Offshore Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Comply with all offshore HSE requirements and subsea-specific safety protocols.</li><li>Participate in emergency response and offshore survival drills.</li><li>Maintain all offshore certifications in current status throughout the assignment.</li></ul>