Robotics Manager

Job Description

Who we are

Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative but work well within a team.

Job Summary:

Robotics Manager will be a qualified and experienced Engineer with a detailed operational and maintenance knowledge of ROV Systems involving electrical, and mechanical (hydraulics) systems and umbilicals. It is preferred that the individual has a broad practical and theoretical background in seabed geotechnical site investigation, and specifically the wide range of technical equipment resources used to conduct such operations.

About the Role:

The responsibilities shall include following but not limited to:

- Manage the company’s Sea Floor Drill and similar seabed drilling equipment including its inventory, together with the hiring of any external third-party Equipment as required.

- Ensure timely availability, and tested, proven-workable condition of the SFD for use on projects, through systematic pre-deployment maintenance, calibration, testing and acceptance processes.

- Providing day-to-day support to Project Manager(s), offshore field personnel, on equipment related queries and troubleshooting.

- Monitors and analyses the operational utilisation of the equipment and its inventory, including any third-party hired systems, ensuring optimised usage of owned equipment, and efficient management of any hired resources, taking guidance from company procurement policies and business Analysts.

- Robotics Manager supports and guides the business on all matters relating to SFD’s performance, limitations, availability and costing through the project life cycle.

- Guiding and supporting Commercial teams at project bidding stages, assisting project and operational teams with day-to-day operational performance and challenges, through to lessons learned (review and application) upon project completion.

- Guiding and supporting Operations Manager(s) and Service Line Manager(s) in long-term resourcing strategies, and annual review / adjustment of hardware White Book Rates.

- Manage / perform annual equipment maintenance OPEX & CAPEX budget planning and review procurement processes.

About You

- Bachelor’s / Masters degree in electrical / mechanical engineering, Mechatronics

- 8-15 years of proven background in / practical experience with the maintenance of ROV equipment and its electrical & hydraulic subcomponents.

- 3-8 years of proven capability to actively lead / supervise onshore / offshore teams and collaborate with subject matter experts. Capable to collaborate and coordinate with other department heads, towards optimising offshore technical equipment performance and utilisation.

- Proven capability to engage with company senior management in technical equipment resourcing measurement / forecasting strategies.

- Must be socially sensitive, and able to successfully engage with, and earn / maintain the trust of a diverse group of intelligent technical specialists, of varying nationalities, cultural backgrounds, and technical disciplines.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with Annual Wage Supplement

• Generous paid-leave

• Career & training opportunities (international opportunities possible)

• Company shuttle from various pick-up at MRT stations across Singapore

• Collective health insurance and outpatient benefits;

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to provide help when you need extra support.

• Additional benefits: Long Service Awards, Professional Membership, Weekly fitness-related activities, etc)

**Benefits may vary according to position/contract/grade level.

Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion

At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.

How to apply

• Please include your latest resume in the application.

• Please describe your working rights in Singapore (work pass sponsorship is subject to quota and availability).

• We regret to inform that we will only process applications made via our Careers website (and other linked portals) and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**