maritime pilot
Maritime pilots are mariners who guide ships through dangerous or congested waters, such as harbours or river mouths. They are expert ship handlers who possess detailed knowledge of local waterways.
Also called: maritime ship pilot, marine helmswoman, ship pilot, ship steersman, marine pilot, pilot of maritime vessels, vessel pilot, ship steerswoman
- 21
- essential skills
- 9
- optional skills
- 8
- related roles
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Where you can go from here
8 rolesOccupations sharing the most essential skills with this one. The number is a count, not an opinion.
- water traffic coordinator5 skills in common
- fisheries boatman4 skills in common
- helmsman4 skills in common
- skipper4 skills in common
- port coordinator3 skills in common
- sailor3 skills in common
- deck officer2 skills in common
- fisheries boatmaster2 skills in common
Essential skills
21- analyse weather forecast
- anchor ships to the port
- assist in maritime rescue operations
- assist water-based navigation
- balance transportation cargo
- carry out ship-to-shore operations
- conduct water navigation
- coordinate dock operations
- ensure compliance with port regulations
- guide ships into docks
- local waters of the port
- maintain ship logs
- monitor aviation meteorology
- plan pilotage
- principles of cargo stowage
- regulate the speed of ships in ports
- steer vessels in ports
- use rigging tools
- use water navigation devices
- vessel stability principles
- vessel traffic services
Definition and skills from ESCO, published by the European Commission. Source concept
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