USV Technical Manager

USV Technical Manager – Fugro

Location
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Aberdeen, with travel to project sites across Europe.

Job Summary
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Fugro is looking for a Technical Manager to lead survey operations across our expanding fleet of Uncrewed Surface Vessels (USVs) in Europe. This pivotal role builds and manages an operational framework that enables safe and efficient remote delivery, driving vessel readiness, crewing, and project mobilisation across offshore wind, oil & gas, and subsea cable markets.

• Coordinate and manage survey operations across Fugro’s fleet of USVs in Europe.
• Ensure operational success through the implementation of efficient working procedures.
• Establish an operational structure that supports safe and effective remote operations.
• Oversee recruitment, crewing, vessel and equipment uptime, project mobilisations, and operational logistics.
• Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers, ROV pilots, and surveyors, providing guidance and project management.
• Apply strong knowledge of subsea operations or survey-related projects to support delivery excellence.
• Manage programmes of work, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure excellent operational delivery for USVs within wider service line projects.
• Forward‑plan for new vessel rollouts and technology upgrades in line with regional strategy.
• Analyse USV and team performance during mobilisations to track success, identify lessons learned, and drive continuous improvement.
• Operate across diverse markets including offshore wind, oil & gas, and subsea cables.

• Proven experience as a Technical Manager, Operations Manager, Project Manager, ROV Superintendent, Survey Party Chief, or similar leadership role within subsea or survey industry.
• Nationally recognised technical or trade qualification and/or vocational certification in electrical, electronics, computing, or mechanical systems.
• Strong understanding of subsea operations, survey methodologies, and remote project delivery.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to travel across Europe to support vessel operations.

• Extensive career & training opportunities nationally and internationally.
• Competitive salary.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Group life and income protection.
• Flexible working hours; potential to work 2 days a week from home.
• Electric car scheme and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Discounted gym membership and discounts platform.
• Pre‑paid virtual Visa card (Fugro Card) with automatic cashback.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Long‑service awards and employee referral bonus scheme.

At Fugro, we celebrate diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not tolerated. Every individual is valued and has their voice heard. This commitment to inclusion supports our purpose of creating a safe and livable world together.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time