Interested in a simple Skills Scan and Learning Progress Tracker tool for the Marine technical superintendent (degree) standard?
Knowledge
K1: Vessel construction and operation for a fleet of vessels of varying types and complexity
K2: Programmes/schedules for refit, fleet time maintenance, planned maintenance systems (PMS), regular servicing, dry docking, vessel upgrades, repair and internal / external audits
K3: Financial strategies to manage technical budgets in order to successfully monitor and control maintenance and repair costs
K4: Insurance stakeholder roles (broker, underwriter, surveyor) for the effective processing of Maritime insurance claims
K5: compliance frameworks for the technical management of vessels, crew safety and protection of the environment such as International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL), International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code (IMDG), ISM Code, Standards of Training Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW), International Labour Organisation Maritime Labour Convention (ILO MLC), Flag State, International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) requirements and workforce health and safety legislation and how they affect technical planning
K6: Clear understanding of the relationships and responsibilities of Flag State, Port State Control and Classification Societies
K7: Relationships and responsibilities of Flag State, Port State Control and Classification Societies
K8: Processes and appropriate record-keeping for risk assessment, vessel audit and inspection and accident investigation
K9: Leading and managing teams successfully, including conflict resolution and managing difficult conversations
K10: Effective oral and written communication strategies and a working knowledge of the terminology used in this occupation
K11: How to access industry news and market trends through relevant publications and technical bulletins, such as those published by International Maritime Organisation (IMO) or IMarEST etc
K12: expertise and knowledge of options (e.g. 3rd party assistance) during emergencies
Skills
S1: Evaluate complex, technical information from many sources drawing accurate conclusions and making informed decisions
S2: Predict and solve operational problems with innovative solutions where appropriate and using integrated software solutions to aid problem solving
S3: Work within any necessary commercial and budgetary constraints to ensure vessels remain in a safe and seaworthy condition in accordance with Classification Society and Flag State requirements, are operated safely and meet all necessary regulatory standards
S4: Organise and plan technical projects within agreed strict deadlines and budget, and to agreed quality standards to optimise the utilisation of vessels within a given fleet. Ensure that all work is completed in accordance with the appropriate contract and that extra and emergent work is completed within financial and time constraints ensuring required quality standards are met
S5: Manage the operating expenditure (OPEX) and capital expenditure (CAPEX) technical budgets for the maintenance and dry docking of vessels in the fleet, including monitoring and control of the cost of repairs, spare parts, fuel and lube oil usage
S6: Develop and apply an understanding of maritime sector economics to support well-founded commercial decision-making. Analyse financial data and liaise with all relevant stakeholders to maintain an efficient technical operation
S7: Successfully implement compliance frameworks for the technical management of vessels, crew safety and protection of the environment such as SOLAS, MARPOL, IMDG Code, ISM Code, STCW, ILO MLC, Flag State, ISO requirements and workforce health and safety legislation
S8: Build, lead and manage multifunctional teams, interacting with and influencing a range of internal and external stakeholders. Develop HR-related skills such as the performance management of staff, recruitment and selection activities etc.
S9: Act as a team player when operating as part of a wider team
S10: Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels within and across the organisation, both at-sea and on-shore Positively challenge to affect change where appropriate
S11: Develop and maintain close working relationships with stakeholders to ensure that all parties are aware of operational and technical requirements
S12: Effectively liaise with relevant manufacturers regarding technological advances
S13: Effectively scope, allocate accurate budgetary costs and present a business case for vessel upgrades or the adoption of emerging technologies to optimise performance
Behaviours
B1: Be self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with integrity
B2: Able to take personal responsibility for their actions, demonstrate leadership and show resilience
B3: Able to work under pressure to tight deadlines
B4: Be an implementer of best practice in technical and safety management, complying with the International Safety Management (ISM) code and adhering to the company's safety management systems (SMS). Promote and adopt a safety culture within the organisation, taking responsibility for effective problem-solving, emergency response and safeguarding the company’s reputation
B5: Able to interact and influence a range of stakeholders
B6: Able to integrate technical operations with financial requirements
B7: Able to function as an enabler to provide services rendered in an efficient and transparent way
B8: Promote the case for the adoption of emerging technologies to optimise performance
B9: Enable their own professional development, seeking opportunities to enhance their knowledge, skills and experience. Keeping abreast of current industry advances in advanced manufacturing and computer technologies such as cybersecurity best practice and ship automation, and their potential application in an engineering capacity. Maintaining awareness of new regulations and compliance requirements
B10: Maintaining awareness of new regulations and compliance requirements
B11: and Maths qualificationsApprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
DUTY: ide guidance and solutions to technical issues to ensure the full technical readiness and optimum performance of vessels in meeting the service commitments of the organization
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Accuracy, efficiency, adherence to ISM code and the company's quality, safety and environmental management system
K1
K5
K6S1
S2
S3B1
B2
B3
B4
Duty 2
DUTY: , coordinate and project manage fleet-time maintenance programmes, regular service periods, dry-dockings and vessel upgrades.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Accuracy, efficiency, adherence to ISM code and the company's quality, safety and environmental management system
K2
K8
K9 S4B2
B3
B4
B5
B6
Duty 3
DUTY: ge and control technical budgets for maintenance, repair, re-fit, spare parts, lube oil, chemical and gases and other consumables.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Financial accuracy of budgets produced
K3
K4S5
S6B1
B2
B3
B5
B6
Duty 4
DUTY: dinate and control the supply of spare parts and necessary vessel equipment
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Planning accuracy, parts available when required
K2S3
S4
B2
B5
Duty 5
DUTY: ute and commission surveys, inspections and certification in line with the requirements of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, maritime legislation, classification society regulations, Flag State requirements and other standards required by the company.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Compliance with the requirements of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code, maritime legislation, classification society regulations, Flag State requirements and other standards required by the company.
K5
K6
K7S7
S10 B4
B7
Duty 6
DUTY: n implementer of best practice in safety management and promote safety and safe working practices as an operational necessity
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Implements best practice standards in safety management and actively promotes safety and safe working practices in all operations
K5
K6S7
S10 B4
Duty 7
DUTY: and manage multi-functional teams, including contribution to HR processes such as recruitment and performance management of staff.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Performance of team in maintaining fleet operation to customer satisfaction and within budget
K8S8
S9
S10B1
B2
B5
Duty 8
DUTY: ide effective communication across all levels within the organisation to inform of significant operational/technical issues that impact on the availability of vessels within the fleet and acting as the principal point of contact between ship and shore-based staff.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Effectiveness of written and verbal communication in terms of clarity and brevity
K9
K11S10
S11B5
Duty 9
DUTY: ide a leading role and technical expertise in the event of an emergency response situation.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Speed and effectiveness of appropriate response
K1
K5
K6
K11S8B3
B4
Duty 10
DUTY: p abreast of current and emerging industry advances and their application in an engineering capacity. Promoting the case for vessel upgrades or the adoption of emerging technologies to optimise performance.
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Knowledge of advances within the industry
K10S1
S2
S13
S14B8
B9
Duty 11
DUTY: ntain awareness of new regulatory and compliance requirements
CRITERIA FOR MEASURING PERFORMANCE: Knowledge of new regulations and compliance requirements
