Safely navigating a vessel from the sea into the dock, and from the dock out to sea.
Overview
Approved for delivery on the 22/06/2018, the marine pilot, Higher apprenticeship standard provides a level 5, upon completion. This apprenticeship will typically take 30 months to complete, not including the End-Point Assessment Period.
What the course covers
A berth is an allocated docking plot for a vessel; the role of a marine pilot is to assist a ship as it arrives from the sea into its berth, or as it is leaving its berth and going out to sea. It is the responsibility of marine pilots to report any defects or damage to any vessels they assist and use the navigational and communications equipment. Marine pilots must communicate with captains, any other members of the crew, and any other nearby ships.
Apprentices will learn how to create a passage plan before boarding any ship, so the voyage from sea to berth or vice versa is clear. This plan must take into account size, draft, operating characteristics of the vessel, tide, marine environment and the weather. You will need to consider what extra support each vessel might need due to these factors, such as tug ropes.
Apprentices will learn how to respond to emergencies and will be able to safely and currently follow vessel handing, environmental working practices, and international regulations. Some practical skills required for this role include an ability to climb and descent a vertical rope ladder, and water-based survival techniques.
Careers and jobs associated
- marine pilot
If you would like to find out more about this apprenticeship standard, including possible duties of the role, skills and assessment method visit the Institute for Apprenticeships.
