Description
Operate ship equipment such as engines and generators, winches, and HVAC systems. Assume responsibility for all exterior equipment, as well as some interior. Ensure that deck equipment is operated safely.
Alternative labels
ship equipment operating
ship equipment using
use ship equipment
using equipment on ship
operating ship equipment
operate equipment on ship
operating equipment on ship
use equipment on ship
using ship equipment
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
cross-sector
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Operate ship equipment is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Fisheries deckhand: Fisheries deckhands work on fishing vessels where they carry out fishing related activities. They undertake a wide range of fishing and maritime work on land and at sea, such as handling of fishing gears and catches, communications, supply, seamanship, hospitality and stores.
Deep-sea fishery worker: Deep-sea fishery workers operate on board fishing vessels to catch deep-sea fish for sale or delivery. They use equipment such as rods and nets to catch deep-sea fish according to legislation. Deep-sea fishery workers also transport, handle and preserve fish by salting, icing or freezing them.
Boatswain: Boatswains organise the crew on deck and at the fishing hold to execute the orders received from a superior. They coordinate the operations of maintenance, manoeuvres, assembly and repair of fishing gear and sorting, processing and preserving of the catches while observing the hygienic standards and established safety regulations.
Optional skill
Operate ship 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.
References
- Operate ship equipment – ESCO
