Controls and manages the operations of ships and boats.
Tasks Include:
controls, directs or manoeuvres ships and boats during berthing and mooring, navigational planning and emergencies in accordance with safety rules and regulations
ensures compliance with regulations pertaining to safety at sea and protection of the marine environment
controls and directs operations to ensure the safe and efficient loading and transport of cargo and passengers
controls the receipt and transmission of general and emergency information by radio, flags, morse lighting and pyrotechnic communication
ensures the security, safety, efficiency and economic operation of vessels
manages and controls fire hazard, abandon ship and damage control procedures
manages and administers budgets and expenditure
manages and maintains inventory, records and documentation
devises and implements strategic and operational planning