Operate advanced ROVs and ocean-monitoring equipment with OTN’s telemetry team during field missions and extended periods at sea. Regular travel is required.
The Ocean Tracking Network’s ROV Technician supports field programs from preparation through data retrieval. Working under the Telemetry Operations Manager, this one-year position may be renewed. Responsibilities include mission leadership, ROV integration, side scan sonar operations, maintenance, documentation, training, and technical support. The role serves OTN partners across Canada and internationally.
Key Responsibilities: Plan and lead at-sea missions and mission logistics
Integrate ROV hardware and prepare field missions
Operate, deploy, retrieve, and maintain monitoring equipment
Process, archive,



and upload mission datasets
Train staff on ROV and sonar equipment
Requirements: Degree in marine biology, engineering, oceanography, or related field
Minimum two years operating and maintaining ROVs
Working knowledge of side scan sonar operations and data processing
Ability to work at sea and lift greater than 30kg
Valid driver’s license and small-vessel operating ability
Apply ROV operations, mission leadership, maintenance, and data-management expertise across OTN’s demanding marine field programs.

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📌 ROV Field Operations Technician (Nova Scotia)
🏢 Ocean Tracking Network
📍 Nova Scotia