Trainee - Pilot
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Qualifications
- Educational and Technical Qualifications:
- Diploma in Nautical Science (Applied Science), Marine Studies, or equivalent. Bachelors degree is a plus
- Unlimited COC is essential
- Language Skills:
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
- Years of Experience:
- A minimum of 2 years seatime as a Junior / 2nd Officer
- Nature of Experience:
- Significant experience as a marine officer with a strong knowledge of local waters.
- Extensive knowledge of navigation and seamanship.
- Must be proficient in all Microsoft applications, advance knowledge of Excel is an asset.
- Ability to understand strategic issues and hold an overall perspective of the organization.
- Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills to identify and address complex challenges and opportunities and make data-driven decisions.
Responsibilities
- Core Responsibilities: • Assist in piloting vessels in and out of port and through restricted waterways under supervision. • Support the use of navigational charts, electronic charts, and other navigational aids to assess vessel condition and readiness for routing. • Participate in pre pilotage briefings and post pilotage debriefings to ensure safe and efficient navigation. • Report navigational risks, hazards, and incidents to senior pilots and the Pilotage Manager. • Assist in implementing mitigation measures for identified risks. • Maintain awareness of port conditions, navigational updates, and pilotage best practices. • Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, port procedures, and safety protocols. • Participate in pilotage training programs and competency development activities.
- Core Responsibilities:
- Assist in piloting vessels in and out of port and through restricted waterways under supervision.
- Support the use of navigational charts, electronic charts, and other navigational aids to assess vessel condition and readiness for routing.
- Participate in pre pilotage briefings and post pilotage debriefings to ensure safe and efficient navigation.
- Report navigational risks, hazards, and incidents to senior pilots and the Pilotage Manager.
- Assist in implementing mitigation measures for identified risks.
- Maintain awareness of port conditions, navigational updates, and pilotage best practices.
- Ensure compliance with maritime regulations, port procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participate in pilotage training programs and competency development activities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Diploma in Nautical Science (Applied Science), Marine Studies, or equivalent. Bachelors degree is a plus
- Excellent English. Arabic is an added advantage
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