TDM20307 Certificate II in Transport & Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Coxswain)
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 | Use vessel's communication systems and procedures Read and interpret maritime regulations, charts and drawings, equipment readings and displays, vessel's safety and emergency procedures, vessel and equipment manufacturer's instructions, etc. Speak clearly and directly on matters related to vessel operation and maintenance Write documents as part of duties, including reports on vessel operations, incident reports, entries in records, etc. Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour Interpret and record observations and equipment readings and displays Communicate with multilingual crew Use vessel's communication equipment and radio equipment |
Teamwork | Resolve any interpersonal conflicts that may arise on board the vessel Avoid and prevent the harassment of others on the vessel Collaborate with others in the course of vessel operations Work with passengers of different ages, genders, race, religion, political persuasion, etc. |
Problem solving | Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of vessel operations Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of watchkeeping operations including hazards and risks and take appropriate action (e.g. avoidance of collision, avoidance of navigation hazards, avoidance of environmental pollution, etc.) Manage hazards and risks in a range of vessel situations, (e.g. collision avoidance, navigation hazards, heavy weather and seas, etc.) Use mathematics to solve problems such as various basic calculations related to inshore navigation, position fixing and other duties and functions |
Initiative and enterprise | Modify activities dependent on differing work situations and contingencies such as changes in the weather and sea conditions, changes in operational performance of equipment, and navigational emergencies Take appropriate initiatives in a range of operational situations such as those above Respond appropriately to any changes in equipment, standard operating procedures and the vessel's working environment |
Planning and organising | Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures for the vessel, including the vessel's safety management system and emergency procedures Monitor systems and procedures for compliance with regulations and codes of practice Implement vessel's safety management system Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance Collect, manage and interpret information needed in the course of vessel operations Organise and plan own management activities as coxswain on a small vessel Manage time and priorities in the course of vessel activities |
Self-management | Interpret and apply regulations, survey requirements, standard procedures and codes of practice as they apply to small vessel operations, including collision avoidance, OH&S, environmental protection, security and SOLAS requirements Establish and follow own work plans and schedules Evaluate and monitor own work and management performance as coxswain on the vessel |
Learning | Adapt own competency to any changes in the vessel type, its bridge equipment and its operating environment Update own knowledge and skills required for vessel activities |
Technology | Operate equipment on a small vessel of less than 12 m in length including steering and navigation systems, and electronic navigational aids, radio systems, safety equipment, etc. Follow and apply operational and maintenance systems for the vessel's hull, propulsion, electrical and auxiliary systems, safety equipment and other facilities on the vessel Follow and apply safety management system and OH&S procedures for operation and maintenance of vessel equipment and facilities Carry out the preventative and remedial maintenance procedures for the vessel's hull, propulsion plant, electrical and auxiliary systems, other equipment and tools Carry out fuelling and refuelling operations Use firefighting equipment on a small vessel |
