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Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)

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Information about Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2)

Undertaking the testing, fault diagnosis and maintenance of electrical, mechanical and fluid power equipment on ships and submarines.

Knowledge, skills and behaviours
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Knowledge

  • The Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic will require a comprehensive understanding of: Mathematical techniques, formula and calculation appropriate to their role.
  • Electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and fluid power engineering technology and principles.
  • The basic operation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment and systems used on board vessels.
  • Correct selection and use of electrical and mechanical hand tools and test equipment.
  • Quality, safety, health and environment regulations.
  • Entry procedures and precautions for confined spaces.
  • And a basic knowledge of material, fluid and lubricants utilised in the maintenance of equipment.

Skills

  • Comply with quality, safety, health and environmental regulations.
  • Read, analyse and interpret engineering data, drawings and documentation used in the operation and maintenance procedures.
  • Use hand and power tools to measure, mark out, cut, drill, shape and finish components to the required engineering tolerances.
  • Assembly, removal, maintenance and overhaul components, equipment and systems.
  • Apply assembly and installation methods and techniques (such as mechanical fasteners, terminations, connectors, seals, gaskets, and jointing materials).
  • Undertake testing, inspection and diagnostic activities on components, equipment and systems, making adjustments where applicable
  • Comply with correct entry procedures and precautions for confined spaces.

Behaviours

  • Follow safe working practices, committed to their own and their colleagues wellbeing/fatigue at work and the precautions to prevent pollution of the marine and wider environment
  • Motivated; proactive; committed
  • Punctual; reliable at all times especially for watch keeping and other duties.
  • Constructive thinking; optimism; motivated to succeed
  • Able to work and interact effectively within a team and committed to equality, diversity and respect for other cultures.
  • Effective spoken; listening; body language; presentation; written
  • Able to adjust to change including the use of shared facilities.
  • Truthful; sincere and ethical
  • Self-starter; able to make independent decisions & lead own career development
  • Prepared to make a personal commitment and comply to the company rules and procedures.
Apprenticeship category (sector)
Engineering and manufacturing
Qualification level
2
Equal to GCSE
Course duration
18 months
Maximum funding
£12,000
Maximum government funding for
apprenticeship training and assessment costs.
Job titles include
  • Marine Engineer
  • Weapons Engineer
  • Motorman/ Motorhand

View more information about Maritime mechanical and electrical mechanic (level 2) from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education.