ship planner

Ship planners manage the performance of a vessel. They ensure the safety of the vessel and its cargo, its operationality and link available vessels to available cargos in order to maximise the profitability of the voyages. They ensure that each container ship is loaded to its optimal capacity, while keeping berth times and handling costs to a minimum. They also plan the maintenance and overhaul of the ship, as well as the crew needed.

Alternative Labels

cargo planning and operations manager

cargo planning manager

cargo planning officer

inland ship planner

inland vessel cargo planner

inland vessel planner

inland water cargo planner

inland water ship planner

manager of cargo planning and operations

maritime ship cargo planner

maritime ship planner

senior ship planner

ship cargo planner

vessel cargo planner

vessel planner

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

analyse ship operations apply company policies apply regulations on cargo transport operations calculate the amount of cargo on a vessel communicate with customers comply with legal regulations compose stowage plans consider constraints in maritime shipping develop shipping itineraries ensure client orientation ensure safe loading of goods according to stowage plan follow ethical code of conduct in transport services handle customer requests related to cargo have computer literacy implement cost-effective cargo handling strategies on ships implement strategic planning interpret graphical communication interfaces interpret visual literacy maintain voyage logs manage ocean-going oil tankers manage safety standards for inland water transport manage shipment risks match vessels to shipping routes maximise efficiency of crane operations measure ship tonnage monitor the discharge of cargo operate maritime communication equipment operate radio equipment operate scientific measuring equipment operate stowage programmes oversee shipment routing plan transport operations prepare documentation for international shipping prepare visual data read stowage plans recruit employees stay up-to-date with maritime transportation technology supervise loading of cargo supervise unloading of cargo use different communication channels use equipment for safe stowage write work-related reports

Essential Knowledge

International Maritime Organisation conventions cargo industry international regulations for cargo handling maritime law maritime telecommunications national regulations on handling cargo principles of cargo stowage types of maritime vessels vessel stability principles

Optional Skills and Competences

act reliably anticipate potential deficiencies manage teamwork negotiate logistics services operate marine communication systems perform data analysis respond to changing navigation circumstances show intercultural awareness use maritime English

Optional Knowledge

continuous improvement philosophies electronic communication

Skills & Competences

Concept URI

Concept Uri

http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/260b01cc-7dd6-4584-8863-cae5426819c6

Status

released

Occupations

ship planner

Description

Skills & Competences

Skills & Competences

Concept URI