transportation methods
Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and optimal work strategies.
Move coordinators envision all the activities required for a successful moving. They receive briefings from the client and translate them in actions and activities that assure a smooth, competitive, and satisfactory moving.
Competences and skills
26 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competenceCross-sector
3 competenceshazards associated with loading dangerous goods
The hazards implied with the transport of determined dangerous goods, and the emergency actions and handling procedures in case of accidents with the goods during their loading or transportation.
green
health and safety measures in transportation
The body of rules, procedures and regulations related to health and safety measures intended to prevent accidents or incidents in transportation.
types of packaging materials
Properties of materials that make them suitable for packaging. Conversion of raw materials into packaging materials. Different types of labels and materials used which comply with the correct storage criteria depending on the goods.
Essential skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencedesign procedures for the relocation of specific goods
Study the moving requirements of specific goods such as pianos, artefacts, antique furniture, and others in order to design specific procedures for their transportation and relocation.
Sector-specific
6 competencesanalyse requirements for moving goods
Analyse goods to be relocated and their moving requirements. Check requirements and prepare actions to ensure appropriate transport of goods.
determine cargo loading sequence
Determine freight loading sequence aiming to increase the efficiency of operations. Arrange loading so that maximum amount of goods can be stored.
ensure correct goods labelling
Ensure that goods are labeled with all necessary labeling information (e.g. legal, technological, hazardous and others) regarding the product. Ensure that labels respects the legal requirements and adhere to regulations.
green
handle delivery of furniture goods
Handle the delivery and assemble the furniture and other goods, according to customer's needs and preferences.
prepare resources for loading activities
Assess the number of workers and types of equipment needed to load or unload freight.
select equipment required for moving activities
Select the appropriate tools and equipment required to successfully move objects. Select a range of equipment from basic tools such as screws, hammers, and pliers, to more complex apparatus such as forklifts, cranes, and movable docks.
Cross-sector
2 competencesmaintain inventory of tools
Keep an inventory of tools utilised in the provision of services. Ensure that tool sets remain complete and suitable for use.
use communication devices
Operate communication devices in order to interact with customers, colleagues, and others.
digital
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencesanimal transport regulations
The legal requirements relating to safe and efficient transport of animals.
animal transportation vehicles
The types of vehicles for the transportation of animals and their features, the selection of appropriate vehicles and their safe use, according to national and international regulations.
Cross-sector
2 competenceselectricity
The principles of electricity and electrical power circuits, as well as the associated risks.
mechanics
Theoretical and practical applications of the science studying the action of displacements and forces on physical bodies to the development of machinery and mechanical devices.
Optional skills and competences 9 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencescontact customers
Contact customers by telephone in order to respond to inquiries or to notify them of claim investigation results or any planned adjustments.
develop efficiency plans for logistics operations
Elaborate and implement plans in order to increase efficiency and reduce waste during logistics operations.
green
interview people
Interview people in a range of different circumstances.
manage the transportation of animals
Plan and operate processes involved in the transportation of animals. This includes planning activities such as selecting the form of transportation, planning the route, and preparing documentation. It also encompasses preparation activities undertaken prior to transportation, such as completing paperwork and labelling, and selecting and preparing the appropriate transport container according to the species, age, weight, and number of animals, the duration of the journey, and the food and water requirements.
monitor customer inquiries
Process questions and requests from customers; provide clear information about imported and exported products.
plan transport operations
Plan mobility and transport for different departments, in order to obtain the best possible movement of equipment and materials. Negotiate the best possible delivery rates; compare different bids and select the most reliable and cost-effective bid.
read pictograms
Interpret pictograms that indicate characteristics and required measures for handling objects through visual representations.
Cross-sector
2 competencescommunicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
satisfy customers
Communicate with customers and make them feel satisfied.