ISCO Occupation Group 4323.16 Ship Planner

From Open Risk Manual

Definition

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.

Essential Skills

  • Analyse Ship Operations
  • Apply Company Policies
  • Operate Radio Equipment
  • Possess Visual Literacy
  • Manage Safety Standards For Inland Water Transport
  • Implement Strategic Planning
  • Write Work-Related Reports
  • Monitor The Discharge Of Cargo
  • Types Of Maritime Vessels
  • Plan Teamwork
  • International Regulations For Cargo Handling
  • Supervise Loading Of Cargo
  • Consider Constraints In Maritime Shipping
  • Operate Scientific Measuring Equipment
  • International Maritime Organisation Conventions
  • Measure Ship Tonnage
  • Supervise Unloading Of Cargo
  • Maintain Voyage Logs
  • Have Computer Literacy
  • Match Vessels To Shipping Routes
  • Apply Regulations On Cargo Transport Operations
  • Ensure Customer Focus
  • Principles Of Cargo Stowage
  • Handle Shipment Risks
  • Operate Stowage Programmes
  • Read Stowage Plans
  • Communicate With Customers
  • Handle Customer Requests Related To Cargo
  • Use Equipment For Safe Stowage
  • Interpret Graphical Communication Interfaces
  • Oversee Shipment Routing
  • Maritime Transportation Technology
  • Calculate The Amount Of Cargo On A Vessel
  • Recruit Employees
  • Use Different Communication Channels
  • Cargo Industry
  • National Regulations On Handling Cargo
  • Develop Shipping Itineraries
  • Comply With Legal Regulations
  • Compose Stowage Plans
  • Maritime Telecommunications
  • Plan Transport Operations
  • Think Analytically
  • Follow Ethical Code Of Conduct In Transport Services
  • Implement Cost-Effective Cargo Handling Strategies On Ships
  • Ensure Safe Loading Of Goods According To Stowage Plan
  • Prepare Documentation For International Shipping
  • Prepare Visual Data
  • Operate Maritime Communication Equipment
  • Vessel Stability Principles
  • Maximise Efficiency Of Crane Operations


Optional Skills

  • Use Maritime English
  • Act Reliably
  • Respond To Changing Navigation Circumstances
  • Show Intercultural Awareness
  • Anticipate Potential Deficiencies
  • Perform Data Analysis
  • Electronic Communication
  • Operate Marine Communication Systems
  • Continuous Improvement Philosophies
  • Negotiate Logistics Services


Alternative Names

  • Inland Vessel Planner
  • Inland Water Ship Planner
  • Maritime Ship Cargo Planner
  • Manager Of Cargo Planning And Operations
  • Inland Water Cargo Planner
  • Vessel Cargo Planner
  • Cargo Planning Manager
  • Maritime Ship Planner
  • Vessel Planner
  • Inland Vessel Cargo Planner
  • Senior Ship Planner
  • Cargo Planning And Operations Manager
  • Inland Ship Planner
  • Cargo Planning Officer
  • Ship Cargo Planner


Higher Level