Exploring Potential Job Profiles in MASS Operations: a description of tasks, skills, and experience.
Onwuamadike, Jonathan (2022)
Onwuamadike, Jonathan
2022
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2022112423999
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The transition towards digitalization and automation of processes and operations to enhance efficiency, increase competitiveness, and spur industries towards the decarbonization path of net-zero emissions have initiated the emergence of the Maritime Autonomous Surface Ship (MASS) in shipping operations. The rapid pace of digital transformation and technological advancement requires training and re-training of seafarers for adaptability. A Series of research and regulatory discussions are ongoing to accommodate this changing phase of the application of digital technologies in maritime operations. This research aims to explore and identify potential competency requirements and necessary learning and training for seafarers to stay updated in the changing norm. A qualitative approach combined with desk reviews was adopted to develop a proposed competency framework, including technical and non-technical skills (soft skills) that are considered vital for MASS operations. The competency matrix summarily presented in (Figure 10), in (Chapter 5.1), could be adopted for formulating and developing training and learning for seafarers in MASS operations.