VTMS Officer

1. Role Objective

To maintain the VTS station directing vessels safely in/out of Harbor

1. Duties Roles and Responsibilities
2. To ensure safe and efficient movement of vessels within port limit
3. Regulate traffic to ensure compliance with national, international and Port Rules
4. Communicate with commercial, naval, leisure vessels and port operators
5. Operate radar/VTS equipment for movement planning and establishment of traffic image Timely input data in system relating to vessel movements and pilotage
6. Organize traffic movement for the port through the use of VHF and telephone to the required service level Comply to all national and international VTS requirements and those contained in the Port rules and regulation
7. Plan the berth allocation to ensure traffic demands are met without causing delays
8. Ensure pilots and harbor crafts are advised of operational requirements
9. Respond to emergency situations and coordinate communications for such incidents
10. Assist in data gathering required for any relevant investigation into marine incidents
11. Prepare daily, weekly monthly and annual reports for the VTS and Port activity.
12. Carry out additional duties as may from time to time be required

Educational Qualifications

Third mate/Second mate certificate with diploma or bachelor from Marine college

Ex. Navy with experience in the VTS operation in the Ports or waterways

IALA standard of training for the VTS Module V-103