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dredging supervisor

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Dredging supervisors monitor dredging operations. They make sure the operation proceeds per regulations and take quick decisions to resolve problems.

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Competences
42
Groups
4
Essential
22
Optional
20

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Essential knowledge 4 competences

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Sector-specific

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dredging consoles

The configuration of different types of dredging consoles. How the functions of the dredge are mapped to the console.

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excavation techniques

The methods to remove rock and soil, used in an excavation site and the associated risks.

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soil mechanics

Thoroughly understand the characteristics of soil in relation to analysing the deformations of fluids within soil that supports man-made structures.

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Cross-sector

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mechanical systems

Mechanical systems, including gears, engines, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Their functions and likely defects.

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Essential skills and competences 18 competences

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guide placement of anchors

Assist the responsible person in the positioning of box anchors and shore anchors.

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process incoming construction supplies

Receive incoming construction supplies, handle the transaction and enter the supplies into any internal administration system.

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work in a construction team

Work as part of a team in a construction project. Communicate efficiently, sharing information with team members and reporting to supervisors. Follow instructions and adapt to changes in a flexible manner.

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Cross-sector

15 competences
coordinate construction activities

Coordinate the activities of several construction workers or crews to make sure they do not interfere with each other and to ensure that the works are done in a timely manner. Keep up to date on the progress of the teams and update the schedule if called for.

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ensure compliance with construction project deadline

Plan, schedule and monitor the building processes in order to ensure completion of the project by the set deadline.

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ensure equipment availability

Ensure that the necessary equipment is provided, ready and available for use before start of procedures.

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evaluate employees work

Evaluate the need for labour for the work ahead. Evaluate the performance of the team of workers and inform superiors. Encourage and support the employees in learning, teach them techniques and check the application to ensure product quality and labour productivity.

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follow health and safety procedures in construction

Apply the relevant health and safety procedures in construction in order to prevent accidents, pollution and other risks.

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inspect construction supplies

Check construction supplies for damage, moisture, loss or other problems before using the material.

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keep records of work progress

Maintain records of the progress of the work including time, defects, malfunctions, etc.

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liaise with managers

Liaise with managers of other departments ensuring effective service and communication, i.e. sales, planning, purchasing, trading, distribution and technical.

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manage health and safety standards

Oversee all personnel and processes to comply with health, safety and hygiene standards. Communicate and support alignment of these requirements with the company's health and safety programmes.

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operate GPS systems

Use GPS Systems.

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plan resource allocation

Plan future needs of various resources such as time, money and specific process resources.

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plan shifts of employees

Plans shifts of employees to ensure completion of all customer orders and satisfactory completion of the production plan.

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prevent damage to utility infrastructure

Consult utility companies or plans on the location of any utility infrastructure that may interfere with a project or be damaged by it. Take the necessary steps to avoid damage.

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supervise staff

Oversee the selection, training, performance and motivation of staff.

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use safety equipment in construction

Use elements of protective clothing such as steel-tipped shoes, and gear such as protective goggles, in order to minimise risk of accidents in construction and to mitigate any injury if an accident does occur.

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Optional knowledge 3 competences

Occupation specific

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construction product regulation

Regulations on construction products quality standards applied throughout the European Union.

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cost management

The process of planning, monitoring and adjusting the expenses and revenues of a business in order to achieve cost efficiency and capability.

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Cross-sector

1 competence
machinery load capacity

The maximum load capacity of the operated piece of machinery, under different circumstances and in different positions and movements. Passive load capacity and active load capacity, which is measure while in motion.

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Optional skills and competences 17 competences

Occupation specific

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Sector-specific

6 competences
control cutterheads

Manoeuvre the cutterheads of a cutter dredge. Choose the correct cutterhead equipment and lower the cutterheads to commence dredging. Raise the cutterhead to avoid obstacles or to end the dredging session.

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control suction booms

Control the suction booms, which contains the suction hose that the dredged materials are evacuated through. Raise and lower the suction booms to start and end the operation, or to avoid obstacles.

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operate bucket wheel excavator

Operate a bucket wheel excavator, a giant piece of mining machinery that uses a wheel or a chain equipped with buckets to scrape away material from the surface, then load it onto a conveyor belt.

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operate excavator

Operate excavators used to dig materials from the surface and load them onto dump trucks.

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Types of excavators used in mining include hydraulic and electric powered equipment.
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position anchor poles

Lower and raise the anchor poles, or spuds, of a dredge vessel. Determine the desired position of the spuds and release them. Hoist the spuds back up to change the position of the ship.

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position dredger

Communicate with the captain or mate to move the dredge into the right position to commence the dredging operation.

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11 competences
build business relationships

Establish a positive, long-term relationship between organisations and interested third parties such as suppliers, distributors, shareholders and other stakeholders in order to inform them of the organisation and its objectives.

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dispose of hazardous waste

Dispose of dangerous materials such as chemical or radioactive substances according to environmental and to health and safety regulations.

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dispose of non-hazardous waste

Dispose of waste materials which pose no risk to health and safety in a manner which complies with recycling and waste management procedures except for waste incineration.

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measure water depth

Measure the depths of a body of water by using depth measuring equipment such as a depth gauge.

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provide first aid

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

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provide technical expertise

Provide expert knowledge in a particular field, especially concerning mechanical or scientific subjects, to decision makers, engineers, technical staff or journalists.

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recruit employees

Hire new employees by scoping the job role, advertising, performing interviews and selecting staff in line with company policy and legislation.

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It may include recruiting volunteers.
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report defective manufacturing materials

Maintain required company records and forms in order to report any defective materials or questionable conditions of manufacturing machinery and equipment.

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train employees

Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving the performance of individuals and groups in organisational settings.

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use rigging tools

Employ rigging tools such as cables, ropes, pulleys and winches to safely secure high structures.

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work ergonomically

Apply ergonomy principles in the organisation of the workplace while manually handling equipment and materials.

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