Professional knowledge and skills in construction works
Divers (Construction) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in construction works to complete their tasks at work.
Divers (Construction)
Descriptions & Duties
- Divers (Construction) perform underwater operations related to inspection, construction and repair of structures and demolition (with the use of standard diving dress and breathing apparatus) .
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Trade Specific Competencies
Professional knowledge and skills in diving
Divers (Construction) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in diving to complete their tasks at work.
General Requirements
Professional qualification
- (i) Diving Certificate for the class of Advanced SCUBA Diver or above issued by the National Association of Underwater Instructors of the United States of America; or (ii) Diving Certificate approved by the Health and Safety Executive of the United Kingdom; or; (iii) Diving Certificate issued by the Ministry of Communications of the People's Republic of China or equivalent; and (iv) should be certified by a registered medical practitioner to be medically fit to dive; and (v) must be registered as Construction Worker and holder of Green Card when working on construction sites (You may visit Construction Industry Council website for registration details)
Work Environment
- Divers (Construction) usually work underwater performing physically demanding tasks, such as inspecting, constructing, repairing and demolishing construction structure (with the use of standard diving dress and breathing apparatus).
Tools
- Air tanks
- Buoyancy control devices
- Dive timing devices
- Diving compressor systems
- Diving masks; Snorkels; Lightweight diving helmets
- Diving suits
- Harnesses
- Hydraulic breakers
- Hydraulic cutters
- Underwater blow torches
- Underwater chainsaws
- Underwater cut-off saws
- Underwater depth gauges
- Underwater flashlights
- Underwater hammer drills
- Underwater jackhammers
- Underwater welding circuit breakers
- Welding electrode holders
