Maritime Pilot Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does a Maritime Pilot Do?
Maritime pilots are mariners who guide ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbours or river mouths. They are expert ship handlers who possess detailed knowledge of local waterways.
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Where Do I Start?
Principles Of Cargo Stowage
Understand the principles of cargo stowage. Understand procedures by which containers should be efficiently loaded and unloaded, taking into account gravitational forces that are exerted during transportation.
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Skills You Need to Become a Maritime Pilot
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialPrinciples Of Cargo Stowage knowledge
Understand the principles of cargo stowage. Understand procedures by which containers should be efficiently loaded and unloaded, taking into account gravitational forces that are exerted during transportation.
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EssentialVessel Stability Principles knowledge
Thoroughly understand the principles of vessel stability; follow safety requirements during loading and unloading of cargo.
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EssentialLocal Waters Of The Port knowledge
Know the local waters of ports and the most efficient routes for the navigation of different types of vessels into docks.
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EssentialUse Rigging Tools skill
Employ rigging tools such as cables, ropes, pulleys and winches to safely secure high structures.
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EssentialUse Water Navigation Devices skill
Utilise water navigation devices, e.g. compass or sextant, or navigational aids such as lighthouses or buoys, radar, satellite, and computer systems, in order to navigate vessels on waterways. Work with …
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EssentialAnalyse Weather Forecast skill
Analyse weather forecasts and the information provided on meteorological conditions, such as wind forces, atmospheric structures, clouds, and visibility. Provide analyses depending on the requirements of various different industries and …
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EssentialAnchor Ships To The Port skill
Anchor ships to the port according to the type of vessel.
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EssentialAssist In Maritime Rescue Operations skill
Provide assistance during maritime rescue operations.
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EssentialAssist Water-based Navigation skill
Ensure that up-to-date charts and nautical publications are on board the Ship. Prepare information sheets, voyage reports, passage plans, and position reports.
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EssentialCarry Out Ship-to-shore Operations skill
Operate ship-to-shore radios and perform processes to exchange information required for vessel operations.
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EssentialConduct Water Navigation skill
Ensure that a vessel carries up to date and adequate charts and appropriate nautical documents. Lead the process of preparing the voyage report, the vessel passage plan, daily position reports, …
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EssentialCoordinate Dock Operations skill
Coordinate cargo shipments in and out of dock. Position cranes and arrange containers into shipments, taking into account the exact measures and weight of each container.
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EssentialEnsure Compliance With Port Regulations skill
Enforce compliance with regulations in harbours and sea ports. Communicate with relevant authorities to identify potential risks.
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EssentialGuide Ships Into Docks skill
Safely guide a ship into a dock and anchor it.
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EssentialMaintain Counterweight Inside Modes Of Transport skill
Maintain balance and mass distribution inside the means of transport (vessel, aircraft, train, road vehicles, etc). Ensure that passengers and cargo distribution do not hinder the mobility of the mode …
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EssentialMaintain Ship Logs skill
Maintain written records of events and activities on a ship
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EssentialMonitor Aviation Meteorology skill
Monitor and interpret the information provided by weather stations to anticipate conditions that may affect airports and flights.
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EssentialPilot Vessel Into Ports skill
Safely navigate vessel in and out of port; communicate and cooperate with captain and ship's crew; operate vessel communication and navigation instruments; communicate with other vessels and harbour control centre.
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EssentialPlan Vessel Pilotage skill
Plan the navigation itinerary for a vessel taking into account tidal changes and weather conditions
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EssentialRegulate The Speed Of Ships In Ports skill
Regulate the speed of vessels in ports based on information provided by port authorities. Ensure the smooth arrival of the vessel into the port.
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EssentialSteer Vessels In Ports skill
Direct the course of vessels in ports using information on the local weather, wind, water depths tides, etc. Ensure that vessels avoid hazards such as reefs through use of navigational …
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Optional Skills (5 of 8 displayed)
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OptionalAct Reliably skill
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OptionalCooperate With Colleagues skill
Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.
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OptionalHave Computer Literacy skill
Utilise computers, IT equipment and modern day technology in an efficient way.
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OptionalShow Confidence skill
Demonstrate degrees of maturity by fully understanding one's own qualities and abilities which can serve as sources of confidence in different situations.
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OptionalUse Different Communication Channels skill
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
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OptionalUse Meteorological Information skill
Use and interpret meteorological information for operations dependent on climatic conditions. Use this information to provide advise on safe operations in relation to weather conditions.
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OptionalAssist In The Movement Of Heavy Loads skill
Provide assistance in the relocation of heavy loads; set up and operate a rigging system of ropes and cables in order to move heavy cargo.
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OptionalWork In A Water Transport Team skill
Work confidently in a group in water transport services, in which each individual operates in their own area of responsibility to reach a common goal, such as a good customer …
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