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lieutenant

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Lieutenants command troops of platoons of soldiers and lead them in training and discipline exercises. They also perform administrative duties, and function as advisers.

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Competences
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Groups
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Essential
13
Optional
13

Competences and skills

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Essential knowledge 5 competences

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military code

The code language used in specific intelligence or military organisations and operations, how to use and decipher them.

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military combat techniques

The fighting techniques specific to military operations, using military weapons and equipment, and the regulations concerning military combat actions.

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military drill

The marching techniques and use of weapons, and other disciplinary methods applied in military operations.

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military weaponry

The types of arms used by different military organisations, such as army, navy or air force and in different nations worldwide; the weapons' aspects, damage potential and ways to defend against them.

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surveillance methods

Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.

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Essential skills and competences 8 competences

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Sector-specific

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instruct in military duties

Give theoretical and practical classes to future soldiers concerning their military duties and activities.

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manage administrative systems

Ensure administrative systems, processes and databases are efficient and well managed and give the sound basis to work together with the administrative officer/staff/professional.

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advise superiors on military operations

Advise on the strategic decisions made by superiors on deployment, mission tactics, resource allocation or other military operation specifics, to help superiors reach a better decision and to provide them with any relevant information for a military operation or functioning of the military organisations in general.

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ensure compliance with policies

To ensure compliance with legislation and company procedures in respect of Health and Safety in the workplace and public areas, at all times. To ensure awareness of and compliance with all Company Policies in relation to Health and Safety and Equal Opportunities in the workplace. To carry out any other duties which may reasonably be required.

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lead military troops

Lead the actions of military troops on the field during a mission, either combat, humanitarian or otherwise defensive, compliant with the strategies devised prior to the operation and ensuring communication with other troops is maintained.

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maintain operational communications

Maintain communications between different departments of an organisation, between the staff, or during specific operations or missions, to ensure that the operation or mission is successful, or that the organisation functions smoothly.

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train military troops

Train military troops or people in training to join the force in drill, combat techniques, weaponry, regulations, operation procedures, camouflage, and other military practices.

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write situation reports

Write reports according to specifications and regulations of an organisation on the situation which needs to be reported on, such as the status of an investigation, of intelligence gathering, or of missions and operations.

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Optional knowledge 2 competences

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camouflage

The different kinds of materials and specialised clothing used for concealment of people, vehicles or other equipment.

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geographic information systems

The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).

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Optional skills and competences 11 competences

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Sector-specific

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manage troop deployment

Manage the deployment of troops to areas in conflict, or in need of aid, and oversee the deployment procedures. Manage the deployment of the troops within an area for specific missions, and ensure the troops and resources are allocated to the missions in compliance with tactical considerations and safety of the troops.

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Cross-sector

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devise military tactics

Devise the strategic and tactical components of a military operation, taking into account the available equipment and assigning tasks to the different troops, and supervising the use of weapons and other battle equipment.

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ensure compliance with types of weapons

Comply with legal requirements when using different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition.

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ensure information security

Ensure that the information gathered during surveillance or investigations remains in the hands of those authorised to receive and use it, and does not fall into enemy or otherwise non-authorised individuals' hands.

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give battle commands

Give commands during a battle or similar confrontation with enemy units to guide the activities of the troops, ensuring the safety of the troops and success of the operation, and give these commands in a comprehensible manner compliant with guidelines, and in dangerous and stress situations.

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identify security threats

Identify security threats during investigations, inspections, or patrols, and perform the necessary actions to minimise or neutralise the threat.

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monitor equipment condition

Monitor the correct functioning of gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

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operate radio equipment

Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.

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patrol areas

Patrol a designated area, watch out for and respond to suspicious and dangerous situations, and communicating with emergency response organisations.

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perform military operations

Perform military operations according to given instructions from superiors, such as battle operations, rescue missions, aid missions, search and intelligence missions or other operations concerning defense.

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undertake inspections

Undertake safety inspections in areas of concern to identify and report potential hazards or security breaches; take measures to maximise safety standards.

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