Qualification details

Employability Skill 

Industry /enterprise requirements for this qualification include :

Communication 

• Use vessel's bridge communication systems and procedures
• Listen to and interpret verbal information related to bridge watchkeeping functions and the operation and maintenance of the vessel
• Read and interpret maritime regulations, charts and drawings, bridge equipment readings and displays, vessel's safety management system, vessel and equipment manufacturer's instructions, etc.
• Speak clearly and directly on diverse matters related to vessel operation and maintenance
• Write documents as part of operational duties, including reports on bridge operations, incident reports, entries in records, etc.
• Negotiate issues with others in the course of vessel operations
• Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour
• Interpret and record observations and equipment readings and displays
• Communicate with multilingual crew (where applicable)
• Use vessel's communication equipment and radio equipment

Teamwork 

• Provide leadership to the personnel on the vessel
• Resolve any interpersonal conflicts that may arise on board the vessel
• Motivate other crew members
• Assist crew members to achieve and maintain competency
• Avoid and prevent the harassment of others on the vessel
• Collaborate with crew members in the course of vessel operations
• Work with crew members of different ages, genders, race, religion, political persuasion, etc.

Problem solving 

• Identify and solve or report problems arising in the course of operation of a vessel of less than 80 metres
• Monitor and anticipate problems that may occur in the course of watchkeeping operations including hazards and risks and take appropriate action (e.g. avoidance of collision, avoidance of navigation hazards, avoidance of environmental pollution, etc.)
• Manage hazards and risks in a range of operational situations, (e.g. collision avoidance, navigation hazards, heavy weather and seas, etc.)
• Use mathematics to solve problems such as various calculations related to navigation, stability, position fixing and other duties and functions

Initiative and enterprise 

• Modify activities dependent on differing work situations and contingencies such as changes in the weather and sea conditions, changes in operational performance of vessel's equipment and navigational emergencies
• Take appropriate initiatives in a range of bridge situations such as those above
• Respond appropriately to any changes in bridge equipment, standard operating procedures and the vessel's working environment

Planning and organising 

• Follow and apply operational and emergency plans, systems and procedures for the vessel, including the vessel's safety management system and emergency procedures
• Monitor systems and procedures for compliance with regulations and codes of practice
• Implement bridge resource management strategy (where applicable)
• Monitor and evaluate operational performance and compliance
• Collect, manage and interpret information needed in the course of bridge operations
• Organise and plan own management activities as a Master 4 or Skipper 2 on a vessel
• Manage time and priorities in the course of operational duties

Self-management 

• Interpret and apply regulations, survey requirements, standard procedures and codes of practice as they apply to vessel operations, including collision avoidance, OH&S, environmental protection, security and SOLAS requirements
• Establish and follow own work plans and schedules
• Evaluate and monitor own work and management performance as a Master 4 or Skipper 2 on a vessel

Learning 

• Contribute to learning and assessment activities on the vessel, including emergency drills, safety and security awareness training, and continuing professional development of crew members
• Assist crew members to adapt to any changes in the vessel's systems, equipment, procedures and the vessel's operating environment (e.g. sea and weather conditions)
• Assist in the instruction, coaching or mentoring of other crew members on the vessel
• Contribute to the assessment of the competency of other crew members
• Assist in the creation of a learning environment on board the vessel
• Adapt own competency to any changes in the vessel type, its equipment and its operating environment
• Update own knowledge and skills required for bridge watchkeeping activities

Technology 

• Operate bridge equipment on a vessel of less than 80 metres in length including steering and navigation systems, radar and other electronic navigational aids, radio systems, safety management equipment, etc.
• Follow and apply operational and maintenance systems for the vessel's hull and deck equipment and other facilities on the vessel
• Follow and apply safety management system and OH&S procedures for use and maintenance of equipment and facilities
• Use fire-fighting equipment on a vessel of less than 80 metres

Requirements for completion of the qualification :

A successful outcome of the twenty  units of competency listed below.

Additional units from those listed below or relevant units from this or other Training Packages Note 4  may be included in the qualification to satisfy specific additional needs beyond the minimum requirements. (They may also be achieved separately, either individually or in skill sets, leading to a National Statement of Attainment as described elsewhere in the Training Package)

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS 

FIELD 

UNIT 

A 

Handling Cargo and Vessel Stability 

TDMMA907B

Prepare a cargo plan for cargo loading and unloading operations within the limits of responsibility of a Master 4

TDMMA1207B

Manage stress and dynamic factors affecting vessels stability

B 

Equipment Checking and Maintenance 

TDMMB607B

Monitor condition and seaworthiness of a coastal vessel up to 80 metres

TDMMB4707A

Perform routine remedial, preventative and survey deck maintenance on a vessel less than 80 metres

C 

Manoeuvre Vessel 

TDMMC507B

Manoeuvre a vessel within the limits of responsibility of a Master 4

TDMMC607B

Manage a propulsion unit using the appropriate engine systems and support services

E 

Communication 

TDMME507B

Transmit and receive information by marine radio or telephone

TDMME1107A

Contribute to effective communications and teamwork on a coastal vessel Note 1 

F 

Operational Quality 

and Safety 

TDMMF1007B

Provide elementary first aid

TDMMF1107B

Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment

TDMMF3207C

Apply domestic regulations and industry practices when operating a small coastal vessel

TDMMF3307B

Execute watchkeeping arrangements and procedures on a small vessel

TDMMF5407A

Observe safety and emergency procedures on a coastal vessel Note 2 

TDMMF5507A

Fight and extinguish fires on board a coastal vessel Note 3 

H 

Navigation 

TDMMH607B

Plan and conduct a coastal passage and determine position within the limits of responsibility of a Master 4

TDMMH707B

Apply weather information when navigating a small vessel within the limits of responsibility of a Master 4

TDMMH2007A

Use radar and other wheelhouse equipment to maintain safe navigation within the limits of responsibility of a Master 4

L 

Human Resources 

TDMML307B

Establish and maintain a harmonious workplace environment

R 

Carry Out Operations on Equipment and Systems 

TDMMR5507A

Perform seamanship, rigging and lifting operations on board a small domestic vessel

U 

Environment 

TDMMU407B

Ensure compliance with pollution prevention measures

E 

Communication 

TDMME807C

Transmit and receive information by GMDSS subsystems and equipment on a vessel

F 

Operational Quality 
and Safety 

TDMMF1807B

Apply medical first aid on board a vessel

Operate survival craft and other lifesaving appliances

Navigate a high speed vessel

O 

Security 

TDMMO107A

Follow maritime security procedures

Optional imported units from the Training and Assessment Training Package TAA04 

Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills

Contribute to assessment

Optional imported  
units from the  
Business Services Training Package BSB01 

Implement continuous improvement

Manage workplace information systems