Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations 1.3

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.

Occupations:

231211 Master Fisher
231212 Ship's Engineer
231213 Ship's Master
231214 Ship's Officer
231215 Ship's Surveyor
231299 Marine Transport Professionals nec