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 bridge watchkeeping functions and vessel operation and maintenance
• Write documents as part of bridge watchkeeping duties, including reports on bridge operations, incident reports, entries in records, etc.
• Negotiate issues with others in the course of bridge operations
• Recognise and interpret non-verbal signs, signals and behaviour
• Interpret and record observations and equipment readings and displays
• Communicate with multilingual crew
• Use bridge 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 bridge watchkeeping operations
• 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 bridge watchkeeping situations, (e.g. collision avoidance, navigation hazards, heavy weather and seas, etc.)
• Use mathematics to solve problems such as various calculations related to navigation, position fixing and other watchkeeping 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 bridge 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
• 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 Deck Watchkeeper on a vessel
• Manage time and priorities in the course of bridge watchkeeping activities

Self-management 

• Interpret and apply regulations, survey requirements, standard procedures and codes of practice as they apply to watchkeeping 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 watchkeeper (deck) on the 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 bridge equipment and its operating environment
• Update own knowledge and skills required for bridge watchkeeping activities

Technology 

• Operate bridge equipment 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, propulsion, electrical and auxiliary systems, safety 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
• Carry out the preventative and remedial maintenance procedures for the vessel's hull, propulsion plant, electrical and auxiliary systems, other engine room equipment and tools

Requirements for completion of the qualification :

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

Additional units from those listed below or relevant units from this or other Training Packages Note 3  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)

Note that the educational requirements for a Master (Less than 500 GT) as described in Marine Orders Part 3: Seagoing Qualifications (Version 6) are for completion of the Diploma of Transport&Distribution (Maritime Operations - Deck Watchkeeper) plus the completion of four additional units as detailed in the 'Optional Additional units' section below.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS 

FIELD 

UNIT 

A 

Handling Cargo and Vessel Stability 

TDMMA707B

Monitor the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo

TDMMA807B

Monitor the care of cargo during a voyage

TDMMA1707A

Determine the stability and trim of the vessel

B 

Equipment Checking and Maintenance 

TDMMB4607A

Apply information of vessel structure to maintenance and seaworthiness

C 

Manoeuvre Vessel 

TDMMC307B

Manoeuvre and handle the vessel in normal conditions

E 

Communication 

TDMME207B

Communicate using standard marine vocabulary

TDMME307B

Transmit and receive information by visual signalling

TDMME507B

Transmit and receive information by marine radio or telephone

TDMME807C

Transmit and receive information by GMDSS subsystems and equipment

F 

Operational Qualityand Safety 

TDMMF1007B

Provide elementary first aid

TDMMF1107B

Survive at sea in the event of vessel abandonment

TDMMF1807B

Apply medical first aid on board a vessel

TDMMF1907B

Operate survival craft and other lifesaving appliances

F 

Operational Qualityand Safety 

(continued )

TDMMF2107B

Control safe access to and on vessel

TDMMF3007B

Maintain a safe navigational watch

TDMMF5607A

Observe personal safety and social responsibilities Note 1 

TDMMF5807A

Adapt to basic industry and regulatory requirements for tanker operations

TDMMF5907A

Work safely in enclosed spaces on a vessel

TDMMF6107A

Manage marine firefighting and prevention activities on board a vessel

TDMMF6207A

Prevent, control and fight fires on board an ocean-going vessel Note 2 

H 

Navigation 

TDMMH507B

Use radar and other bridge equipment to maintain safe navigation

TDMMH1507A

Measure and observe weather conditions and interpret and apply to watchkeeping

TDMMH1607A

Determine position of the vessel

TDMMH1907A

Plan a passage

L 

Human Resources 

TDMML307B

Establish and maintain a harmonious workplace environment

U 

Environment 

TDMMU407B

Ensure compliance with pollution prevention measures

Skills set of additional units to prepare for AMSA certification as Master (< 500GT) 

B 

Equipment Checking and Maintenance  

TDMMB4807A

Manage the operations and maintenance on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations

F 

Operational Quality 
and Safety 

TDMMF607B

Organise and manage the provision of medical care on board a vessel

H 

Navigation  

TDMMH1707B

Apply command navigation procedures on vessels (limited by tonnage or near coastal operations)

L 

Human Resources 

TDMML507A

Manage business and administration on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations

Optional imported units from Business Services Training Package BSB01 

BSBFLM509B

Facilitate continuous improvement

BSBFLM512A

Ensure team effectiveness

Optional imported units from the Training and Assessment Training Package TAA04 

TAADEL301A

Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills

TAAASS301A

Contribute to assessment