Professional knowledge and skills in maritime services
Marine Officers (Maritime) must always apply professional knowledge and skills in maritime services to solve issues and problems at work.
Marine Officers (Maritime)
Descriptions & Duties
- Marine Officers (Maritime) discharge the statutory functions relating to navigational matters in the waters of Hong Kong. They control and regulate ports, shipping and local craft, public cargo working areas and ferry terminal and co-ordinate search and rescue operations in the region.
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:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally 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:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Trade Specific Competencies
Knowledge and skills in managing Government fleet operations
Marine Officers (Maritime) must be able to manage Government fleet operations and district marine offices.
General Requirements
Academic qualification
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline relating to the maritime field from a university in Hong Kong or equivalent, acceptable to the Director of Marine
Professional qualification
A Certificate of Competency (Deck Officer) Class 1 (Master Mariner) issued by the Hong Kong Marine Department or equivalent
Other specific requirements
Required one year's experience as Chief Officer or above on a sea-going ship; required to achieve Language proficiency requirements of Level 2 or above in Chinese Language and English Language in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education Examination (HKDSEE) or Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE), or equivalent
Career Path & Salary
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 32-44
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 45-49
Monthly Salary Director Pay Scale Point 1
Monthly Salary Director Pay Scale Point 2
Monthly Salary Director Pay Scale Point 3
*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
Degree or above
Higher Diploma
Required Courses as Prescribed by the Industry
- Elementary First Aid and Proficiency in Medical First Aid (Combined)
- Fire Prevention, Fire Fighting and Advanced Fire Fighting (Combined)
- Personal Safety & Social Responsibilities
- Personal Survival Techniques
- Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats
- Security Awareness Training for All Seafarers
Work Environment
- Marine Officers (Maritime) usually work in office or command centre, may work on vessels if necessary. They may be required to work shifts or undertake stand-by duties and emergency on-scene duties.
Tools
- Marine craft communications systems
- Radar based surveillance systems
