Rudderman

Aliases: Rudderman

Industry/Sector(s): Shipping

JOB DESCRIPTION ¹

The tasks a Rudderman is expected to perform include:

Steering course of boat, large and other water craft, by manipulating rudder to desired angles
Examining boat before start
Moving rudder from position in line with keel to change vessels' course
Assisting Boatman and Oarsman in emergency

WORK ENVIRONMENT ^{1, 2}

It requires physical activity
Need not handle a team
Travelling is a part of this job role
Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities
Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Flexible working hours and days
Shift system may be available
Overtime may be required

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?

This may vary from organization to organization

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING ⁴

Educational qualification not specified

KEY COMPETENCIES ¹

Knowledge of steering boat
Well-versed with technical know-how of a boat
Knowledge of water routes

DESIRABLE COMPETENCIES ¹

Able to work under high pressure
Good communication skills
Problem-solving skills

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING AND LEARNING INSTITUTES

For further guidance, contact your nearest Common Service Centre or Contact NCS Call Centre (Toll Free Number: 1800-425-1514)

AVAILABLE SKILL TRAINING SCHEMES/SCHOLARSHIPS

SAMPLE OF TRAINING AND LEARNING COURSES

CAREER PROGRESSION PATH ³

Rudderman → Oarsman → Boatman

The progression is indicative

EXPECTED EARNINGS ⁴

For new entrants - Rs 9,940 to Rs 16,580 per month

These figures are indicative and subject to change

REQUIRED WORK EXPERIENCE ⁴

Some organizations hire new entrants too

PROBABLE EMPLOYERS ⁴

Indian Navy
Shipping units

KEYWORDS

Boatman

OCCUPATIONAL CODES AND STANDARDS

Standard	Code	Description
NCO 2015	8350.0700	Rudderman
ISCO 2008	8350	Ships’ Deck Crews and Related Workers
NIC 2008	50119	Other sea and coastal water transport n.e.c
QP Reference	Not available	Not available
NSQF	Not available	Not available

REFERENCES

1	National Classification of Occupations Division 8
2	http://www.indianmirror.com/indian-industries/shipping.html

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