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Occupation data
MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
On-the-job training is usually offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Transport and Storage Managers are expected to have:
• Knowledge of logistics and chain supply
• Knowledge of warehouse and inventory
management
• Knowledge of transportation regulations
• An understanding of Geographic Information
Systems (GIS)
• The ability to interpret data
• An understanding of customer requirements • An understanding of business accounting
and finance
• Personnel management skills
• Project management skills
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Interpersonal skills
• Strong communication skills in Maltese and/
or English
• IT skills
• Customer care skills
• Organisational and planning skills
• Analytical, problem solving and decision
making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to cope with the pressure of
demanding targets and tight deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
• The ability to persuade, negotiate and
network successfully
• Leadership skills
Number of employees (2017)
137
Share of foreigners (2017)
18%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+21%
Median Pay (per annum)
€22,700
Entry level education / special licences / warrants
Previous experience in the transportation sector is often a requirement to work as a Transport and Storage Manager. Additionally, a qualification at MQF Level 5 or higher in Logistics and Transportation, Business Administration, Management, Commerce or related area would typically be required. Training programmes include:
• Higher Diploma in Logistics and Transportation Management (University of Malta) (MQF Level 5)
• Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Enterprise (MCAST) (MQF Level 6)
• Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) in Management (University of Malta) (MQF Level 6)
Additionally, a Master Degree in business- related areas such as the following may be considered an asset:
•Executive Master of Business Administration (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
• Master of Science in Strategic Management and Marketing (University of Malta) (MQF Level 7)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular
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