Coastal Navigation Officer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Profession responsible for navigation planning, operations, and safety management of coastal domestic vessels.
Description
Coastal navigation officers are specialists who perform all navigation duties on domestic ships operating in coastal areas and bay routes, including formulating navigation plans, steering, operating navigation instruments, observing weather and sea conditions, selecting routes, ship communications, and safety management of cargo and crew. During port entry and exit, they coordinate with port authorities and tugboats to ensure safe and efficient operations. Knowledge and skills for regulatory compliance and maritime safety are required, and they also handle lifeboats and emergency responses.
Future Outlook
With international demand in the shipping industry and stable operations in domestic logistics, demand for experienced coastal navigation officers will continue. As automation technologies and remote navigation are introduced, advanced navigation skills and safety management capabilities will become even more important.
Personality Traits
Able to make quick situational judgments / Calm and composed / Good teamwork / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Deck Department / Freelance Seafarer / Onboard Duty / Shift Work / Shipboard Work
Career Path
Apprentice Navigator → Second Mate → First Mate → Chief Navigator → Captain
Required Skills
Maritime Traffic Regulations / Meteorological and Oceanographic Observation / Nautical Chart Reading / Navigation Instrument Operation / Ship Maneuvering Techniques / Ship Radio Communication
Recommended Skills
English (Ship Communications) / GPS Electronic Chart Operation / Life-Saving Training / Radar Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Quick adaptation to weather changes and emergencies is necessary. |
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for nautical charts and route calculations. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Mistakes in equipment settings can lead to serious accidents. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Accurate numerical calculations for distance, speed, tidal currents, etc., are indispensable. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical stamina is required for prolonged standing work and duties in inclement weather. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning of routes and resource allocation is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Need to endure stress from long working hours and bad weather. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To collaborate with crew for safe operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since routine tasks are the main focus, creative thinking is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-class Marine Technical Officer (Navigation)
- Third-class Marine Technical Officer (Navigation)
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