Leadership and Management

Coaching is a means to guide people by improving their skills or developing new ones. It should be done in an effective manner.

Psychological distress is not always as visible as physical injuries but can be just as painful and debilitating. When people are faced with extreme situations that result in disaster, many will experience intense emotions in the form of apprehension and fear, as well as uncertainty and confusion.

This course is tailored for a wide range of maritime professionals, focusing specifically on the important procedures and workings of a ship’s Engine Room. Designed to provide a mix of theoretical knowledge and practical skills, this course will guide you through the dynamics of engine room operations, ensuring compliance with global standards and regulations, mostly set by IMO.

This course is tailored for cadets, and also recently qualified officers and ratings (beginners). This course will guide you through the basics of engine room operations.

In this course, we will cover:
- Giving and Receiving Feedback in the workplace;
- The definition of ‘Feedback’ and why it's important;
- Types of Feedback;
- How to Give Effective Constructive Feedback;
- How to receive feedback;
- How to use Self-feedback; and
- Creating a Productive Feedback Culture.

Planned Maintenance Systems (PMS) are vital for efficient maintenance management onboard merchant ships. This introduction provides an overview of the key aspects of PMS, including equipment identification, maintenance task planning, scheduling, work order generation, execution, and performance monitoring. Implementing a well-designed PMS ensures increased reliability, enhanced safety, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective asset management.

A no blame culture reflects an open, trusting, and learning atmosphere where everyone can speak about issues and concerns without fearing blame or punishment. While mistakes should be avoided, these are used as opportunities for learning.

Seafarers are not immune to the negative effects of stress. In fact, the demanding nature of work and being away from their families make them more prone to stress, which when not managed properly can become a safety hazard. Thus, it is within the best interest of not only the individuals experiencing the stress, but also their peers, their leaders, and their employers to ensure that stress is limited to levels that are productive and beneficial.

You will inevitably find yourself in a leadership position at some point in your career. Whether by choice or not, leading a team comes with a lot of responsibility. The success or failure of your team will often fall on your shoulders, and it is essential to be prepared for that level of accountability. To set your team up for success, you can do a few things as a leader. One of the most important things you can do is to be a mentor.

It is very important that we are able to manage difficult conversations within the workplace. For employees, it can help to strengthen bonds within the team, and increase feelings of being valued. For the organisation, it can help increase productivity and assist in creating an open, positive company culture. Having rules and policies is important within every organisation, and having difficult conversations are an important part of making sure that these are respected and taken seriously.

Psychological Safety is an essential component of a productive, thriving organisation. Research findings have shown how important it is on an individual, team and organisational level. For individuals, it increases work satisfaction and well-being, while reducing chances of burnout. It can mean increased productivity, a happier workforce, and an enhanced business reputation for the organisation. Having a high level of Psychological Safety is vital in achieving these outcomes, and this course will help you better yourself.

Sometimes, other people say things that are hard to rely on or accept as the whole truth. In order to find out what is really going on, it is important that you ask the right questions.