Engineering technician - Maritime Mechanical Fitter

Knowledge

K1: understanding the importance of complying with statutory, quality, organisational and health and safety regulations Back to Duty

K2: understanding of general engineering/manufacturing mathematical and scientific principles, methods, techniques, graphical expressions, symbols formulae and calculations used by engineering technicians Back to Duty

K3: understanding the structure, properties and characteristics of common materials used in the sector Back to Duty

K4: understanding the typical problems that may arise within their normal work activities/environment Back to Duty

K5: understanding approved diagnostic methods and techniques used to help solve engineering/manufacturing problems Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

K7: understanding and interpreting relevant engineering/manufacturing data and documentation in order to complete their job role Back to Duty

K8: understanding the different roles and functions in the organisation and how they interact. Back to Duty

K9: understanding why it is important for an organisation to continually review their processes and procedures Back to Duty

K27: understand the specific mathematical techniques, formula and calculation applied in a maritime mechanical fitting environment Back to Duty

K28: understand maritime engineering technology and principles applied in the design, build, operation and maintenance of Maritime vessels. Back to Duty

K29: understand material and fluid properties used in the mechanical area of the Maritime Industry. Back to Duty

K30: understand how to correctly select and use hand and mechanical tools and jigs used in the Maritime industry. Back to Duty

K31: understand the practical and theoretical requirements of maritime electrical, electronic, mechanical, electromechanical and fluid power equipment and systems used on board vessels. Back to Duty

Skills

S1: obtaining, checking and using the appropriate documentation (such as job instructions, drawings, quality control documentation) Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

S3: undertaking the work activity using the correct processes, procedures and equipment Back to Duty

S4: carrying out the required checks (such as quality, compliance or testing) using the correct procedures, processes and/or equipment Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

S6: completing any required documentation using the defined recording systems at the appropriate stages of the work activity Back to Duty

S7: restoring the work area on completion of the activity and where applicable return any resources and consumables to the appropriate location Back to Duty

S54: read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the design, build, operation and repair of maritime vessels Back to Duty

S55: measure and mark out to carry out precision machining and hand fitting processes use hand tools to cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances. Back to Duty

S56: assemble, remove and overhaul components, sub-assemblies and whole systems in a maritime environment Back to Duty

S57: apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, use of seals, gaskets, and jointing materials) on board ships and submarines. Back to Duty

S58: undertake the testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems on board ships and submarines and making adjustments where applicable. Back to Duty

S59: undertake planned and corrective maintenance activities on components, equipment and systems. Back to Duty

S60: contribute to the business by identifying possible opportunities for improving working practices, processes and/or procedures Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

B2: Work effectively in teams. Integrate with the team, support other people, consider implications of their actions on other people and the business Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty

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 Back to Duty