This qualification is suitable for those sailing as Master on vessels up to 35 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ), Master on vessels up to 80 metres in length in inshore waters and Mate on vessels up to 80 metres in length.
Total number of units = 22 units
22 core units
Core units | |||
Field | |||
A | Handling Cargo and Vessel Stability | Manage loading, discharging and stowage of cargo | |
Manage vessel stability | |||
B | Equipment Checking and Maintenance | Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres | |
Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres | |||
C | Equipment Operations | Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services | |
Monitor and manage vessel operations | |||
Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres | |||
F | Operational Quality and Safety | Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment | |
Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel | |||
Meet work health and safety requirements | |||
Survive at sea using survival craft | |||
Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel | |||
G | Teamwork | Manage a small crew | |
H | Navigation | Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres | |
Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 80 metres | |||
Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation | |||
Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions | |||
I | Regulations and Port Operations | Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres | |
J | Environment | Monitor environmental management on a vessel | |
K | Manoeuvring Vessels | Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres | |
N | Seamanship | Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres | |
Imported | Manage first aid in the workplace | ||
Pathways into the qualification
MAR30413 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Master up to 24 metres)
Pathways from the qualification
MAR50313 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Watchkeeper Deck)
MAR50413 Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master up to 500 GT or Master 80 metres)
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master Class 4 as described in Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Certification will require achievement of the MAR40313 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres), sea-service, a valid first aid certificate and an appropriate radio qualification; people seeking certification should check the requirements with AMSA.
The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the maritime industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options. | |
Employability Skill | Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include: |
Communication | Communicate ideas and information to enable input from crew and understanding by crew of plans developed Complete relevant documentation and submit to appropriate personnel Prepare reports on outcomes of inspection and maintenance activities |
Teamwork | Investigate and negotiate proposed variations in consultation with crew members Supervise crew compliance with regulatory requirements Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel and passengers during vessel operations |
Problem-solving | Identify and act on potential and current, issues and problems arising within crew and/or individuals according to organisational and legislative requirements Recommend and implement preventative and/or corrective action Undertake a job safety analysis for working in areas of high risk |
Initiative and enterprise | Build and motivate teams Provide ideas to control the level of risk associated with work tasks Recognise problems that may occur when interpreting weather and oceanographic information |
Planning and organising | Develop maintenance program for vessel to meet requirements of planned maintenance system Develop operational strategies and procedures Plan resources for vessel operations |
Self-management | Maintain housekeeping standards in work area Meet organisational requirements through personal performance and behaviour and leadership, which serves as a positive role model for other crew members Monitor and adjust own performance to ensure it aligns with key performance indicators and organisational goals |
Learning | Develop strategies to ensure crew and individuals are actively encouraged and supported in assessing their own competence and identifying their learning needs Identify training opportunities for development of the individual’s job role Induct and train crew |
Technology | Operate radio equipment Record and file weather and oceanographic information and forecasts according to organisational procedures Use radar to navigate safely |
