As a Sailor, you will need to master following:

• anchor ships to the port
• anchors used in maritime water transport
• assist anchoring operations
• clean parts of vessels
• communicate reports provided by passengers
• ensure public safety and security
• operate echo sounding equipment
• operate traditional water depth measurement equipment
• paint ship decks
• pilot vessel into ports
• prepare deck equipment
• prepare lifeboats
• secure ships using rope
• unmoor vessels
• wash decks of ships
• watch for maritime navigation aids

More generally, a sailor is also versed in:

• Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
• follow verbal instructions
• follow work procedures
• follow written instructions
• guide ships into docks
• moor vessels
• use different types of fire extinguishers
• use maritime English

It also helps to know the following:

• assist in maritime rescue operations
• types of maritime vessels
• act reliably
• conduct on board safety inspections
• deal with challenging work conditions
• have computer literacy
• lift heavy weights
• perform lookout duties during maritime operations