Job Description

• Ship Surveys and Inspections:

Undertake all Statutory Surveys, Audits, and Inspections in accordance with applicable legislation and other
relevant regulations relating to Marine Pollution Prevention and Safety.
Give effect to our obligation under the Instruments relevant to the III Code (Tonnage, COLREGS, Load line, SOLAS,
MARPOL)

• Examinations and Accreditations:

Give full and complete effect to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and
Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978 in accordance with the provisions of section A-I/8 of the STCW Code,
whereby all training, assessment of competence, certification, including medical certification, endorsement and
revalidation activities are carried out, by applying appropriate domestic legislation. Comply with the Quality
Standards System of SAMSA to ensure alignment with STCW.

• Legislation Regulations and Policy:

Review, recommend and contribute towards drafting maritime regulations and amendments.
Review and Draft Marine Notices and Marine Circulars.
Review, recommend and Draft SAMSA Policies and Procedures.
Participate in ad hoc projects as and when required in line with level of responsibilities.

• Casualty/Incident Investigations: Undertake casualty / incident investigations.

Produce reports and make recommendations timeously.
Fulfil an expert witness role in a Marine Court of Enquiry.

• Stakeholder Management: Provide consultancy services to Industry Stakeholders.

Participate in and report on local, regional, and international fora and make recommendations.
Manage and engage with Stakeholders in accordance with SAMSA Core Values.

• Chief Engineer > 3000kW (no limitation) COC / or Master COC (Unlimited)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience) / or sailed in rank of Chief Officer (seagoing experience)
• STCW Compliant COC - Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 - no limitation) / or STCW Compliant COC - Master (STCW II/2 - no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer (seagoing experience) / or sailed in rank of Master (seagoing experience)
• Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role.
• Driver's License
• Own Transport
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate - obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport

As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to Coloured Female, African Male, African Female and people living with a Disability.
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Sithembile Lupindo at 021 421 6170
Closing date: 23 May 2025

Skills Required