Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) Operator

As an ROV (remotely operated vehicle) operator, you pilot a robot submarine from a ship or platform above the water. You watch live camera feeds and control the robot's arms and tools to do underwater jobs like inspecting pipes, taking samples, or building structures. This is skilled work that needs a cool head, because underwater conditions can change fast and you cannot just stop and try again.

Before each dive, you check that all the robot's equipment is working properly. Once it is underwater, you navigate it carefully through the seabed while watching video feeds and data from sensors. You work closely with engineers and scientists who tell you what needs to be done, and you keep detailed records of what you find. The work is technically demanding but gives you a unique chance to explore environments few people ever see.