Marine Transport Professionals

Marine Transport Professionals control and manage the operations of ships, boats and marine equipment.

**Indicative skill level:**

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.

#### In Australia:

- AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

#### In New Zealand:

- NZQF Diploma, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)

In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Note: some roles within this unit group are at ANZSCO Skill Level 1.

Registration or licensing is required.

**Tasks include:**

- directing fishing operations by using knowledge about the species sought, fishing areas, seasons and the capabilities of the vessel and crew - directing crew in catching fish, molluscs and crustacea at varying depths using nets, lines, poles, pots and traps - planning, controlling and coordinating the operational and maintenance requirements of a ship's propulsion and domestic plant and equipment - operating plant and equipment and performing routine maintenance on ship's systems including mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam generating, and fire prevention and control systems - controlling and directing shipping operations to ensure the safe and efficient loading and transport of cargo and passengers - ensuring compliance with regulations pertaining to safety at sea and protection of the marine environment - directing the activities of the deck crew for navigational support tasks, berthing and unberthing, maintenance, cleaning and painting of superstructures, and repair and replacement of defective deck gear and equipment - navigating a ship by supervising the ship's course and speed according to predetermined passage plans and safety procedures - examining and approving design plans of hulls and equipment such as main propulsion engines, auxiliary boilers and turbines, electrical power generating plant, refrigeration and airconditioning plant and pumping systems - conducting periodic surveys throughout a ship's life to ensure standards are maintained