O23C

SEAL Delivery Vehicle (SDV) Operator Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer (PLCPO)

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Description

The SDV Operator Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer leads personnel, readiness, training, and mission preparation for a platoon operating specialized undersea delivery vehicles. The position manages maintenance coordination, safety controls, operational standards, and team performance in demanding maritime environments.

Core Skills

platoon leadership
undersea operations management
crew readiness management
training program management
maintenance coordination
maritime risk management
quality assurance
mission planning
personnel development
operational reporting

Common Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification
Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)
FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications

Civilian Career Paths

TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Training & Development

Getting Started

FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
OSHA 30-Hour Maritime Industry Outreach Training
Association of Diving Contractors International Commercial Diver Certification

Career Growth

Project Management Professional (PMP)
Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP)
Certified Professional in Training Management (CPTM)

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