Operate port communications systems

Operate telephone and radio systems, and more complex communication systems used in inland waterway ports, in the coordination of port operations.

conduct communications activities using port systems
utilise port communication systems
communicate using port communication systems
conduct communications processes using port systems
operate communications systems in ports
perform communications using port systems
operate dock communication systems
use port communications systems
operate harbour communications systems

skill/competence

sector-specific

Operate port communications systems is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Water traffic coordinator: Water traffic coordinator manage the movements of a vessel in ports and waterways. They ensure the efficient deployment of vessels of a shipping company.
Port coordinator: Port coordinators manage operations of traffic division for port authorities. They enforce rules and regulations, such as the berthing of ships, handling and storing of cargo, and the use of port facilities. They direct policing and cleaning activities of harbour department land, streets, buildings, and water areas. Port coordinators also ensure that activities concerning revenue are documented and submitted to accounting division. They advise port authorities on rates and revisions of port tariff, and solicit steamship companies to use port facilities. They direct activities concerned with compiling daily and annual ship and cargo statistics.

Operate port communications systems 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.

References

1. Operate port communications systems – ESCO