Project performance evaluation based on man power qualification and skill of shipbuilding industry in Terengganu

Abstract

Local yards are confronted with many issues, including lack of qualified personnel in shipbuilding project to fulfill global demands. Demands for shipping services in the country are rising fast, in tandem with its growing trade. To become competitive shipyard, some aspect must be improved in local shipyard capabilities especially in using qualified man power in shipbuilding project. The objectives of this study are to identify man power qualification and skill in Terengganu Shipyard and to evaluate shipyard project performance based on man power qualification and skills. Methods used in this project have been divided into three main phase which include questionnaire, interview and observation. The survey questionnaire has been divided into several sections which cover the man power qualification and skill and project performance. Interview session was set as a backup method plan if the correspondents are incapable of answering the questionnaire. The observation method has been used to make sure the man power qualification and skill and also performance project per year are validated with respect to the answers in the questionnaire. This study has been identified the man power qualification and skill in Terengganu Shipyards. Then, a set of benchmark have been used in evaluating shipbuilding projects. On the basis of existing condition and future vision, some recommendations have been made which might be useful for accelerating the development of this sector. Status of man power skills still low compare to established shipyards such as from China and USA that have high skilled workers and high technologies in production process. Without initiative to change, the shipyards in Terengganu shall maintain low in performances and productivity of the vessels.