Naval surveyor - Career description, activities, functions and salary

How much does an Naval surveyor earn

A Naval surveyor earns between $1.162 and $6.242 per month, with an average monthly salary of $2.253 and a median salary of $1.500 according to an Averwage.com salary survey along with to data of professionals hired and fired by companies in the labor market.

Our research is based on the salaries of 365 professionals hired and dismissed by the period from 06/2021 to 05/2022 (last year).

Professional job categories

• Science and arts professionals
• • professionals of the exact sciences, physics and engineering
• • • professionals in air, sea and river navigation
• • • • deck officers

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Deck Officers the long-haul Captain can man any type of vessel and any flag, as Commander, Chief Officer or Navigational Watch Officer. The cabotage captain may command national vessels of any gross tonnage (AB) in navigation carried out between Brazilian ports and between these and the ports on the Atlantic Coast of South America, the Antilles and the East Coast of Central America, excluding ports of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, to command any national vessel without restrictions, in addition to command or command without restrictions on vessels of another flag. The First Nautical Officer, on Brazilian-flagged vessels, may be Captain of vessels of any AB in Inland Navigation, Captain of a vessel up to 3000 AB in Maritime Support Navigation, Captain of a vessel up to 500 AB in Cabotage Navigation, within the limits visibility of the Brazilian coast and Immediate of vessels of any AB in navigation carried out between Brazilian ports and between these and the ports of the Atlantic Coast of South America, the Antilles and the East Coast of Central America, excluding the ports of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, in addition to commanding without restrictions on vessels of another flag. The second nautical officer, in Brazilian flag vessels, can be Captain of vessels of any AB in Inland Navigation, Captain of a vessel up to 3000 AB in Maritime Support Navigation, Captain of a vessel up to 500 AB in Cabotage Navigation, within the limits visibility of the Brazilian coast and Immediate of vessels up to 3000 AB in navigation carried out between Brazilian ports and between these and the ports of the Atlantic Coast of South America, the Antilles and the East Coast of Central America, excluding the ports of Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands, in addition to immediate without restrictions on vessels of another flag. The other occupations do not offer restrictions. Maritime Support Navigation, Captain of vessel up to 500 AB in Cabotage Navigation, within the visibility limits of the Brazilian coast and Immediate of vessels up to 3000 AB in navigation carried out between Brazilian ports and between them and the ports on the Atlantic Coast of South America, the Antilles and the East Coast of Central America, excluding the ports of Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, in addition to immediately proceeding without restrictions on vessels of another flag. Other occupations have no restrictions.

What does it take to work in the field of Deck Officers

Access to work requires a bachelor's degree in Nautical Science at one of the Merchant Marine schools: Almirante Graça Aranha Instruction Center (Ciaga) in Rio de Janeiro and Almirante Braz de Aguiar Instruction Center (Ciaba), in Belém. The required experience varies from zero to seven years after graduation, according to regulations. The exercise of these occupations, in Brazil, is governed by the Rules of the Maritime Authority for waterway workers (NORMAM-13/2000). Internationally, the exercise of these occupations follows international standards to which Brazil is a signatory. This is the International Convention on Standards for Seafarers Training, Issuance of Certificates and Watchkeeping, 1978 amended in 1995 (Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers-95 - STCW95), produced by the IMO, a UN body, with the following correspondences: Long Haul Captain (STCW II/2), Cabotage Captain (STCW II/2), First Nautical Officer (STCW II/2), Second Nautical Officer (STCW II/1 and II/3) , Merchant Marine Watch Officer (STCW II/1 minimum), Maneuvering and Docking Agent (unrestricted), Maneuver Captain (unrestricted). The Pilot activity can be carried out by Merchant Marine and Brazilian Navy Reserve Officers, after a public tender, with tests applied by the Directorate of Ports and Coasts (DPC), an organ of the Brazilian Navy. The Naval Inspector and Surveyor is required, in addition to training, a special course in naval inspection. The Terminal Inspector is required to have at least five years' experience in the role of Chief Officer on tankers. The Coordinator of Operations to combat pollution in the waterway environment, in addition to a bachelor's degree in nautical sciences, requires a specialization course in the area and six months' experience accompanying the holder of the post.

Functions and activities of Naval surveyor

Deck Officers must:

Activities

control crew certification;
supervise mooring maneuver points;
guide the berthing maneuvers, unberthing anchorage;
demonstrate oral and written communication skills in english;
deliver professional training classes;
complete the trip plan;
familiarize newly embarked crew members as to safety and salvage;
supervise deck staff;
evaluate conditions for untying;
demonstrate negotiation skills;
coordinate spy handling vessels;
demonstrate spatial awareness;
develop programmatic content;
activate an emergency plan;
inspect life-saving equipment;
demonstrate adaptability;
inspect environmental pollution prevention equipment;
perform shallow water navigation procedures;
supervise docking support team;
control spare parts of rescue equipment;
perform procedures for navigation with the pilot;
work under pressure;
coordinate offshore maintenance operations;
familiarize newly embarked crew as to safety and salvage;
inspect navigability conditions;
demonstrate oral and written communication skills;
control tank temperature;
demonstrate proactive behavior;
supervise compliance with regulations of security;
prepare presentations;
supervise mooring maneuver stations;
direct the berthing maneuvers, unberthing and anchoring;
demonstrate cartographic interpretation skills;
perform maintenance of the mooring system (platform);
perform coastal navigation procedures;
leave a fast rescue boat;
control spare rescue equipment;
perform maintenance of safety equipment;
develop sgs manuals (safety management system);
leave a rescue boat;
perform procedures for navigation in narrow channels;
make decisions;
coordinate maintenance of loading and unloading equipment;
perform on-board communication;
perform operational procedures for loading and unloading operations;
define a safe area for work ;
consult legislation;
make the relevant records;
demonstrate mathematical reasoning;
assist in the preparation of didactic content;
coordinate rescue team;
perform onboard communication;
evaluate conditions for mooring;
operate load ramps;
perform maintenance of deck equipment on the platform;
perform navigation procedures in emergency situations;
supervise anchorage stations;
supervise ballast team;
demonstrate kinematic perception;
supervise sms;
check load compatibility;
supervise third party services on vessels and maritime mobile units;
operate covered loads;
evaluate interns and student-practitioner on board;
activate contingency plan;
control the maintenance of the ballast control system (platform);
assessing weather conditions;
demonstrate creativity;
operate hatch covers;
develop a cargo handling plan;
inspect safety equipment;
coordinate towing operations;
supervise the dyke berth preparation;
prepare documentation for dispatch of the vessel;
control material of dikes and gates;
demonstrate mathematical reasoning;
demonstrate self-control;
check access permission from third parties;
inspect equipment from the machinery section;
operate anchor handling winch;
coordinate anchor handling operations;
control the maintenance of safety equipment;
control deck equipment spares;
coordinate deck equipment maintenance;
check the vessel's certification;
direct the entrance of dikes and/or floodgates;
coordinate the operation of the tow winch;
control on-board regulatory certificates;
evaluate the state of the sea for starting and stopping maneuvers;
enforce law;
discriminate sounds and noises;
evaluate crew readiness;
managing fast rescue boat;
supervise loading and unloading operations;
supervise operation of dynamic positioning system;
coordinate control operation to the pollution;
develop the towing plan;
coordinate emergency stations;
perform procedures for browsing with restricted visibility;
to familiarize third parties on board with procedures in emergency situations and on-board routines;
coordinate towed object navigation;
control the maintenance of deck equipment in maritime mobile units;
supervise dynamic positioning team;
delivery regulatory medicines on board;
demonstrate ability to use computer applications and programs;
discriminate colors;
inspect navigation equipment;
inspect the use of epi ;
evaluate the stability of vessels and maritime mobile units;
familiar with third parties on board with procedures in emergency situations and on-board routines;
control pollution combat material;
check crew certification;
operate the ballast system;
demonstrate improvisation skills;
control communication equipment spares;
supervise cleaning and washing of tanks and holds of vessels and maritime mobile units;
coordinate support vessels;
perform port service procedures;
check security system for dangerous cargo;
inspect the use of ppe ;
supervise chamber section;
demonstrate self-control ability;
demonstrate analytical reasoning;
demonstrate cartographic interpretation ability;
perform the maintenance of the ballast system (platform);
coordinate operations to combat pollution in the waterway environment;
coordinate the boarding and disembarkation of the mooring captain;
control the maintenance of the emergency sewer system (platform);
assess the tightness of the holds;
operate hatch covers;
coordinate safety meetings;
supervise occupational safety personnel;
activate a contingency plan;
control inflight regulatory publications;
demonstrate synthetic reasoning;
supervise the use of epi ;
control navigation equipment spares;
supervise pollution response team;
control the maintenance of rescue equipment;
control bridge material;
develop plan for towing;
deliver onshore training;
guide the berthing maneuvers, unberthing and anchoring;
maneuver the vessel;
check equipment certification;
supervise hotel staff;
control the maintenance of the ballast system (platform);
supervise offshore maintenance staff;
coordinate tow winch operation;
operate tow winch;
demonstrate ability to operate computer equipment;
guid crew about the risks of the cargo carried;
make quick decisions in critical situations;
leave rescue boat;
deliver onboard training;
perform the maintenance of the ballast control system (platform);
perform inspection and survey of the vessel;
develop teaching material;
coordinate maintenance of ballast equipment;
develop loading unloading plans;
evaluate draft conditions;
perform emergency sewer system maintenance (platform);
demonstrate ability to adapt to the confinement routine;
coordinate pilot embarkation and disembarkation;
supervise the sgs (system security management);
control safety equipment spares;
control board planes;
inspect buoyancy conditions;
demonstrate ability to perceive process anomalies;
issue permission to work;
issuing permission to work;
inspect safety conditions;
embark and disembark passengers;
inspect communication equipment;
control on-board technical manuals;
control tank atmosphere;
demonstrate spatial perception;
operate dynamic positioning system;
inspect the application of legislation;
evaluate external conditions during operations (wind, current);
evaluate berthing conditions;
guide navigation;
evaluate conditions for unberthing;
embark and disembark the crew;
control the maintenance of the mooring system (platform);
coordinate launch device maintenance;
guide practitioner-student on board;
inspect deck equipment;
prepare the unit for towing;
operate access ramps;
calibrate atmosphere analyzer instruments;
control the maintenance of navigation equipment;
evaluate the sea state for starting and stopping maneuvers;
control ranch;
control on-board medication;
calibrate anchor system tension indicators (platform);
control anti-pollution material;
carrying passengers;
guid crew about risks of the cargo carried;
test rescue equipment;
work as a team;
drive fast rescue boat;
control the atmospheric pressure of the tanks;
control epi and epc;
checking the conditions of the load while traveling;
control costing material;
work as a team;
check load lashing;
inspect compliance with regulations of security;
check the conditions of the load while traveling;
handle cargo on board;
perform procedures for navigation in bad weather;
assess the weather conditions;
supervise hose connection team;
supervise mongote connection on vessels and marine mobile units;
coordinate the operation of the anchor handling winch;
operate navigation devices;
evaluate weather conditions;
issue notice of detention and release of vessel;
check load marking;
demonstrate leadership;
testing safety equipment;
evaluate environmental pollution prevention procedures;
coordinate rescue operations;
perform navigation equipment maintenance;
operate tow winch;
guide intern-student on board;
perform internal audits;
perform maintenance of rescue equipment;
demonstrate improvisational skills;
supervise berthing and unberthing maneuver stations;
coordinate mooring team;
evaluate the amount of cargo handled;
deliver lectures;

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