The Robben Island Museum invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Skipper Ports Operations Vacancies (X2 Posts). The closing date for applications is the 1st December 2023
POSTS: SKIPPER PORTS OPERATIONS X2
- Total Cost to Company: R 479 634.59 – R671 488.42
The above-mentioned positions are available in the Ferry Operations Department at Robben- Island Museum.
The purpose of the job is to manage and command the operation, maintenance and the crew of the vessels to ensure passengers, cargo and vessel safety are in order to improve the efficiency of the marine transport system.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In command of the vessel ensuring safe navigation following all the VTS and Port regulations (Dias & Blouberg); To serve as a MATE on board the Robben Island Ferries, Sikhululekile and Krotoa;
- Ensure that all navigational equipment is fully operational and in good working order prior to departure and while en-route;
- Ensure that the crew are fully familiarised with their duties including use of LSA and FFE equipment and vessel emergency procedures;
- Ensure that all passengers are safe and comfortable at all times;
- Ensure the weather conditions are monitored and report to the Harbour Master at all times.
- Ensure safety and proper stowage of all cargo on board;
- Ensure that proper record keeping is carried out (Both OLB & Daily Logbook) as required by SAMSA and the Merchant Shipping Act;
- Ensure that all vessel and crew certificates are valid and that the vessel is seaworthy and complies with SAMSA and/or Classification Society regulations at all times;
- Ensure that the maintenance plan is followed and all records are made including reporting of defects to the Unit Managers;
- Carry out conflict resolution amongst the crew on board and report to the Unit Managers of any disciplinary actions required;
- Ensure that regular drills, tool box talks and safety training sessions are carried out and recorded;
- Provide bridge watch-keeping training and maneuvering to cadets and deck ratings
QUALIFICATION, EXPERIENCE AND TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Minimum: Skipper (Port Operations) Certificate of Competence or equivalent as issued by SAMSA.
- Must have 1 years’ experience on twin-screw vessels or Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Skipper Ports,
MANILA 2010 amendments and other certificates as follows:
(Preference may be given to candidates who have certificates as per the Manila 2010 amendments)
- Advanced Marine Fire Fighting;
- First Aid at sea;
- Competency in Survival Crafts
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities and Personal Survival Techniques;
- Ship Security Officer;
- Latest Electronic Navigation Systems;
- Ship Handling;
- Long Range Radio Certificate or GMDSS General Operators Certificate;
- A Valid 2 Years SAMSA Eyesight Certificate;
- A valid SAMSA Medical Certificate;
- Ship Familiarization Certificate;
- Have knowledge of local sea conditions and weather;
- Navigation and bridge watch-keeping;
- Operation and maintenance of various navigational equipment especially Magnetic Compass, Radar, ECDIS and AIS;
- Technical knowledge of ferry operations (preferred);
- Crowd management and Passenger Safety STCW V/2(Preferred);
- Must be fluent in English, written and oral.
APPLICATIONS:
Forward a detailed CV and ID only as well as contactable referees, to [email protected] using the subject line “Skipper Ports Operations” 11/2023” by no later than 01 December 2023. Note: If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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CLOSING DATE: 01 DECEMBER 2023
Skipper Ports Operations Vacancies
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