AUV Operations Specialist (Marine Robotics Field Delivery)

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We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.

We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.

We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work.

We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.

We are not your average workplace.

We’re looking for an AUV Operations Specialist to join our Solutions business unit and play a hands‑on role in delivering autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) missions, trials, demonstrations, and wider marine operations. You will operate AUV systems in the field, support mission execution, and ensure safe, reliable, and high‑quality delivery of survey outcomes.

This position works in close partnership with the Field Lead: The Field Lead owns broader marine operations and survey workflows, while the AUV Operations Specialist focuses on AUV operation, mission execution, system readiness, and client‑facing technical delivery.

The role is suited to a practical, safety‑focused operator with experience in marine survey, offshore work, or robotics‑based field delivery, and who thrives in dynamic, hands‑on environments.

What you will be doing

• Operate and support AUV systems across trials, deployments, and client missions, delivering missions safely and in line with procedures while monitoring navigation, performance, and system health
• Support launch, recovery, mobilisation, and day‑to‑day handling of AUV platforms, coordinating closely with the Field Lead and Southampton‑based Operations Technicians
• Act as a client‑facing technical operator, providing clear updates on mission status, system performance, and operational progress during trials and deployments
• Assist with vehicle preparation, configuration, testing, and pre‑deployment checks; carry out basic maintenance, troubleshooting, and fault‑finding on AUV systems and payloads
• Support acquisition and QC of navigation and survey data, and assist with integration and configuration of navigation, survey, and payload systems, including PNT setup under Field Lead direction
• Operate in accordance with HSEQ procedures, contribute to safe systems of work, develop competency across AUV platforms, support training/demonstrations, and participate in offshore and field deployments with flexibility for short‑notice mobilisation

Who you are

• Experienced in marine survey, offshore operations, or robotics‑based field delivery, with a strong practical mindset and commitment to safe execution
• Comfortable working in field environments and multi‑disciplinary teams, with the ability to communicate clearly with clients and technical stakeholders
• Capable of supporting AUV operations, mission execution, and basic system troubleshooting, with an interest in autonomous systems and marine robotics
• Able to meet recognised medical fitness requirements for marine operations (ENG1 or equivalent), with willingness to obtain offshore certification such as BOSIET/FOET

Desirable

• Experience operating AUV systems in field environments
• Familiarity with acoustic positioning systems such as USBL or LBL
• Exposure to marine survey sensors, data workflows, and QC processes
• Background in robotics, autonomy, or marine technology
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel and work irregular hours to meet operational windows

Salary: The salary varies for this position as we are recruiting in multiple regional locations and job grades. The salary process is based on skills, abilities, and experience required.

What you can expect:

At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone’s differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.

There is more work to be done, and we know that we aren’t perfect, but our commitment to these values is unwavering. They are central to our mission and the impact we have on the industry, meaning, we cannot live without them.

About Us

Simply put, our mission is to use innovative technology, to transform operations at sea, to enable people and the planet to thrive.