MSC 70/20/11
Annex 2 - VTS Supervisor job description
1 Introduction
The job description set out in this annex is
intended to provide a broad guide to the tasks expected to be
undertaken by a VTS Supervisor. VTS Authorities should
develop detailed job descriptions for VTS Supervisor at each
VTS centre where they are employed. The detailed job
descriptions should be based on the services to be provided
by the particular centre, the equipment available and the
co-ordination which takes place with Allied Services.
2 Job purpose
To supervise the activities undertaken at the VTS
with regard to the Information, Navigation Assistance or
Traffic Organisation service provided.
To supervise a team which has responsibilities for
the conduct of a vessel traffic service to the satisfaction
of the VTS Authority as well as vessels and other users.
To ensure that the standards set by the Competent
authority for operator qualifications continue to be met.
To ensure that proper co-ordination takes place
between the VTS, allied services and other port facilities
and services.
3 Activities and tasks
In addition to the activities and tasks appropriate
to a VTS Operator:
! Ensuring that the service provided meets the
requirements of both the users and the VTS Authority.
! Co-ordinating the interface between the VTS,
allied services and other port facilities and services.
! Supervision of VTS Operators.
! Ensuring the efficient running of the VTS
operations room.
! Carrying out an annual assessment of VTS Operators.
! In conjunction with“on the job”instructors,
carrying out revalidation assessments on VTS Operators.
4 Knowledge, skills, experience
VTS Personnel undertaking these activities and tasks
should hold a current VTS Operator Certificate and
endorsements in the VTS Certification Log for advancement to
VTS Supervisor and for“on the job”training at the VTS
Centre at which the Supervisor is employed.
Unless recruited directly, VTS Supervisors should
preferably have at least 3 years experience as a VTS
Operator.
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