Description
Operate and maintain maritime communication devices; conduct periodic inspections of communication equipment.
Alternative labels
maintain maritime communications equipment and devices
use maritime communication devices
utilise maritime communication devices
undertake maritime communications equipment activities
maintain and operate maritime communications apparatus
use maritime communication equipment
perform operations using maritime communications equipment
carry out operations using maritime communications equipment
operate maritime communication devices
utilise maritime communication equipment
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Operate maritime communication equipment is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Ship planner: Ship planners manage the performance of a vessel. They ensure the safety of the vessel and its cargo, its operationality and link available vessels to available cargos in order to maximise the profitability of the voyages. They ensure that each container ship is loaded to its optimal capacity, while keeping berth times and handling costs to a minimum. They also plan the maintenance and overhaul of the ship, as well as the crew needed.
Ship duty engineer: Ship duty engineers share responsibility for most of the content of the ship’s hull. They ensure operation of the main engines, steering mechanism, electrical generation and other major subsystems. They communicate with the ship chief engineer to perform technical operations.
Optional skill
Operate maritime communication equipment is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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