The Maritime Green Skills Survey is live, and your participation can play a crucial role in identifying skills gaps and shaping the future of green practices within the sector. This initiative, delivered through a partnership between the Maritime Skills Commission (MSC) and Cornwall Marine Network (CMN), aims to foster a skilled and environmentally conscious maritime workforce. Your insights matter, so let’s join forces and drive positive change together.
Understanding the ‘Green’ in Skills and Jobs
The MSC’s Skills for Green Jobs Position Paper defines “green” jobs and skills in four key ways:
- Jobs/skills that are inherently green, such as ecologists and conservationists.
- Jobs/skills that redirect transferable skills towards green purposes.
- Supporting skills related to communication and community engagement on green issues.
- Supporting skills required to make businesses greener in their operations.
- The survey focuses on the first two aspects, emphasising the skills needed to support the maritime industry’s transition to a greener future.
Bridging the Skills Gap
The Maritime Green Skills Survey aims to identify and address skills gaps within the sector. By providing accurate and detailed information about the challenges and opportunities faced by professionals in the maritime industry, the survey will enable the development of effective training programs and strategies to bridge these gaps. This survey also aims to clarify the differentiation between “sustainability” and “green” within the maritime context.
Your Participation Matters
We invite all maritime professionals, organisations, and enthusiasts to participate in the Maritime Green Skills Survey. By sharing your experiences and insights, you will help shed light on the true extent of skills gaps and shortages within the industry. Your honest and thoughtful responses will serve as a foundation for shaping policies, training programs, and industry initiatives to create a skilled and sustainable maritime workforce.
How to Participate
Participating in the Maritime Green Skills Survey is easy. Simply click on the survey link provided below and complete the questionnaire. Your input will be anonymous, allowing you to share your perspectives freely and honestly.
The survey can be accessed here.
Contributing to Change
Your participation in the Maritime Green Skills Survey is a chance to make a tangible difference. The survey’s findings will inform the Skills for Green Jobs report, providing valuable insights into the green skills shortage in the maritime sector. Moreover, the data collected will contribute to creating a comprehensive matrix that outlines the demand and supply of green skills training at regional and national levels. By participating, you actively contribute to shaping a more sustainable and environmentally responsible maritime industry.
Conclusion
Your involvement in the Maritime Green Skills Survey is an opportunity to impact the maritime industry’s future directly. By sharing your knowledge and experiences, you can help shape policies, training programs, and initiatives that bridge skills gaps and promote sustainability within the sector. We can build a brighter, greener future for the maritime industry.
