Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services
Marine Inspectors II (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in maritime services to solve issues and problems at work.
Marine Inspectors II (Maritime)
Descriptions & Duties
- Marine Inspectors II (Maritime) discharge various marine functions like patrolling on vessels and assisting in managing ferry terminals.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:3 (Max:5)
Skill is basically required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in licensing local vessels
Marine Inspectors II (Maritime) must be able to carry out licensing functions associated with local vessels in Hong Kong waters and processing port formalities.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- Must have Level 2 or equivalent or above in five subjects in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE), or equivalent; or Level 2 / Grade E or above in five subjects in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent
Other specific requirements
- Must attain language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in HKDSEE or HKCEE, or equivalent; and have good eyesight - able to distinguish between white, red and green colours and lights for performing duties relating to harbour patrol, pollution control and vessel traffic regulation, etc.
Career Path & Salary
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 5-17
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 18-27
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 28-33
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Related Education & Training
Work Environment
- Marine Inspectors II (Maritime) usually work on board patrol launches and wear uniform. They are exposed to all kinds of weather and may work shifts/ irregular hours.
Tools
- Direction finding compasses - Navigational compasses
- Global positioning system (GPS)
- Marine craft communications systems
- Radar based surveillance systems - Shipboard radar
