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Supervise engineering operations

Supervise engineering operations

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFMIL086
State Code
AVQ49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Original Release Date
22/10/2015
Nominal Hours
0
Field of Education
039999 - Engineering And Related Technologies, N.e.c.
Description
This unit describes the skills required to command, lead and manage an engineering organisation of up to thirty personnel on operations. Command is the authority a commander in the military service lawfully exercises over subordinates by virtue of rank or assignment.It includes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage under extreme conditions in a high risk environment. It therefore requires individuals to be incisive in a fluid and demanding environment, to act independently, and to lead by example.This unit applies to land engineering personnel required to deploy in an operational environment.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently and lead a team under direct and/or indirect supervision. They use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs. They would perform routine tasks in a broad range of unpredictable contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
General notes
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and plan for engineering operations
  • 1.1 Confirm and maintain competence of subordinates.
  • 1.2 Maintain personnel administration.
  • 1.3 Receive and clarify orders to determine commander’s intent.
  • 1.4 Determine and manage constraints and risks relevant to the task.
  • 1.5 Assemble appropriate resources for the task and report any shortfalls that limit capability to the chain of command.
  • 1.6 Make planning decisions based on a logical process to solve operational problems.
  • 1.7 Conduct battle procedures.
2. Conduct engineering operations
  • 2.1 Prepare and deliver orders.
  • 2.2 Direct and supervise subordinates.
  • 2.3 Organise and direct support from outside agencies.
3. Finalise engineering operations
  • 3.1 Conduct debriefs.
  • 3.2 Conduct post activity analysis and make recommendations.
  • 3.3 Recondition, replace or return equipment, stores and ammunition.
  • 3.4 Complete documentation.
  • 3.5 Monitor subordinates’ health and wellbeing and take appropriate action.
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