Shift Superintendent (Competence Scheme)

(Last edited: Monday, 31 January 2022, 11:29 AM)

Shift Superintendent

Job Summary:

A Shift Superintendent is regarded as someone who can manage the team in order to achieve outcomes as required by the client and contracting company.

The Shift Superintendent must also be proficient in most aspects of management and this is therefore assessed within this grade as an ongoing competence.

The Shift Superintendent is expected to coach and assess colleagues in all aspects of operations and maintenance. Shift Superintendent may apply for formal assessment qualifications which are awarded by the awarding body EAL. They are however assessed on their assessment skills within this grade in line with IMCA requirements.

Entry Level Specifications:

  • Valid and current offshore medical certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed
  • Valid and current offshore survival certificate that is acceptable in the region of the world in which they are employed
  • Achieve 540 days offshore experience at Deck Foreman grade
  • Have a minimum of 72 months in the industry

The following competencies will be assessed through performance criteria:

CompetenciesPerformance CriteriaUnderpinning Knowledge Questions
1) The ability to operate the company safety management system in the workplace PDF Icon PDF Icon
2) The ability to co-ordinate the team during an emergency situation in the workplace PDF Icon PDF Icon
3) The ability to coach personnel, assess their skills and implement effective management techniques in the workplace PDF Icon PDF Icon
4) The ability to liaise with the client and shore based management personnel PDF Icon PDF Icon
5) The ability to implement and mange company quality systems in the workplace PDF Icon PDF Icon
Supporting Documentation:
Assessment Plan PDF Icon
Assessment Feedback Form PDF Icon
Assessor Sign off Form PDF Icon
Record of Witnesses Form PDF Icon
Witness Statement PDF Icon
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