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Details of the occupational standard
Occupation summary
Typical job titles include:
KSBs
Knowledge
K1: understanding the importance of complying with statutory, quality, organisational and health and safety regulations
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K2: understanding of general engineering/manufacturing mathematical and scientific principles, methods, techniques, graphical expressions, symbols formulae and calculations used by engineering technicians
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K3: understanding the structure, properties and characteristics of common materials used in the sector
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K4: understanding the typical problems that may arise within their normal work activities/environment
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K5: understanding approved diagnostic methods and techniques used to help solve engineering/manufacturing problems
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K6: understanding the importance of only using current approved processes, procedures, documentation and the potential implications for the organisation if this is not adhered to
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K7: understanding and interpreting relevant engineering/manufacturing data and documentation in order to complete their job role
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K8: understanding the different roles and functions in the organisation and how they interact.
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K9: understanding why it is important for an organisation to continually review their processes and procedures
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K32: understand specific mathematical techniques, formula and calculation applied in a maritime fabrication environment.
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K33: understand engineering terminology and principles applied in the design, build, operation and repair of maritime vessels.
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K34: understand how to select the correct hot working process and tools / equipment.
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K35: understand materials and processes used in the fabrication and construction area of the Maritime Industry
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Skills
S1: obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation)
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S2: working safely at all times, complying with health, safety and environmental legislation, regulations and organisational requirements
planning and where applicable obtaining all the resources required to undertake the work activity
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S3: undertaking the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment
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S4: carrying out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment
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S5: dealing promptly and effectively with engineering/manufacturing problems within the limits of their responsibility using approved diagnostic methods and techniques and report those which cannot be resolved to the appropriate personnel
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S6: completing any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity
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S7: restoring the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location
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S61: use hand and mechanical tools, jigs and test equipment safely in the Maritime Industry.
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S62: read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the design, build, operation and repair of maritime vessels.
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S63: carry out fabrication and construction processes through precision measuring and marking out.
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S64: use hand tools / machinery to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
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S65: assemble, remove and overhaul components in a maritime environment.
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S66: apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials) on maritime vessels.
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S67: undertake planned and corrective repair activities on structures, components and equipment.
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S68: contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures
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Behaviours
B1: Personal responsibility, resilience and ethics. Comply with health and safety guidance and procedures, be disciplined and have a responsible approach to risk, work diligently at all times, accept responsibility for managing time and workload and stay motivated and committed when facing challenges. Comply with any organisational policies/codes of conduct in relation to ethical compliance
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B2: Work effectively in teams. Integrate with the team, support other people, consider implications of their actions on other people and the business
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B3: Effective communication and interpersonal skills. open and honest communicator, communicating clearly using appropriate methods, listening to others and have a positive and respectful attitude
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B4: Focus on quality and problem solving. Follow instructions and guidance, demonstrates attention to detail, follow a logical approach to problem solving and seek opportunities to improve quality, speed and efficiency
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B5: Continuous personal development. Reflect on skills, knowledge and behaviours and seeks opportunities to develop, adapt to different situations, environments or technologies and have a positive attitude to feedback and advice
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