Able Seafarer(Re-advertised)

Transnet Company; Saldanha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet invites applications for an Able Seafarer (Re-advertised) stationed at Saldanha. The role covers deck and engine operations on tug-like craft within port limits, with responsibilities from rope handling to routine maintenance and safety drills.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid Able Seafarer proficiency for deck or engine, demonstrate practical seamanship and strong teamwork, and be committed to safe, efficient vessel operations in a challenging port environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Certificate of proficiency as an Able Seafarer Deck or Engine.
• Ability to operate deck/engine equipment safely and efficiently.
• Committed to maintaining safety and hygiene onboard.

Responsibilities

• Safely handle ropes, wires, capstans and other deck/engine equipment.
• Carry out maintenance of deck and engine spaces and perform housekeeping.
• Participate in watch duties, safety drills and berthing operations.
• Maintain records of competencies and follow vessel safety procedures.

Skills

Team Player

Safety consciousness

Basic mechanical skill

Basic electrical skill

Analytical skill

Education

Valid Certificate of proficiency as an Able Seafarer Deck or Engine

Job description

Able Seafarer (Re-advertised)

Closing date is on 06/10/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Job Details

• Operating Division: Transnet NPA
• Employee Group: Permanent
• Department: Marine Services
• Location: Saldanha
• Reporting To: Tug Master
• Grade: K2
• Reference: req5736

Position Purpose

• To serve as a (rating) positioned in a capacity of AB (Deck or Engine) on a Tug, Launch, Pilot Boat, Work Boat or Floating Crane operating within the confines of the port operations area,
• Be responsible for the safe and efficient handling and/or operation of ropes, wires, winches, capstans and other deck equipment during the shipping operations,
• To perform maintenance duties on the deck, accommodation, tank, void and engine room spaces of the crafts including general cleaning and housekeeping thereby ensuring a safe, reliable and professional delivery of marine fleet services to the client.
• Participate in Bridge and/or Engine Room Resource Management activities as and when required by the Master or Chief Marine Engineers Officer, i.e. perform look out duties on the bridge.
• Be responsible for the efficient and economical use of paints, working tools and consumable stores.
• To safely operate all deck or engine lifting , towing, cleaning and pumping machinery as and when required by the Master and/or Chief Marine Engineer Officer.

Position Outputs

• To safely and efficiently handle ropes, wires, capstans and other deck/engine equipment during shipping operations.
• To carry out and participate in maintenance duties on deck and/or engine room spaces of the crafts, including (but not limited to) general maintenance and spot chipping of corroded spaces and fandering equipment
• To carry out and participate in maintenance of craft equipment, including (but not limited to) general wash down of internal and external spaces, decks, superstructure, hull and /or engine room and workshop spaces
• To perform hygienic cleaning of all domestic area including cabins, accommodation, heads and galley thereby ensuring safe and hygienic living conditions are maintained at all times.
• To carry out and participate in splicing of ropes and/or wires and making up of heaving lines as and when required
• To carry out and participate in routine testing of deck and/or engine room equipment, under the supervision of either a Master and/or Marine Engineer.
• To carry out and participate in emergency drills and procedures in line with safety requirements and best practices.
• To carry out and participate in berthing duties (where safe to do so), moor/unmoor the craft alongside quays and rig gangways for safe access to vessel.
• To comply with all safe working instructions and procedures, report and non-conformances to the vessel officers (Marine engineer and/or Master).
• To carry out reasonable instructions as directed by vessel officers on board (Marine Engineer and/or Master) as determined from time to time for the safe and efficient running of vessels.
• To store and secure equipment in designated areas for safety of vessel.
• To dispose of waste in designated area/bins.
• To maintain (at all times) the relevant personal qualifications and certificates of competencies in a valid mode and ensure records are kept safely and readily available for inspection when required.
• To observe at all times the safety standards are followed thereby ensuring promotion of safety and wellbeing culture on board the vessel.
• To understand and comply all emergency signals and act accordingly.
• To perform fire and emergency patrols and report accordingly
• To perform lookout duties.

Qualifications and Experience

• Valid Certificate of proficiency as an Able Seafarer Deck or Engine

Competencies

• Knowledge of the deck/engine room working practices as contained in the training manuals.
• Safety consciousness safe working practices awareness.
• Capable of using own initiatives
• Team Player
• Conflict Resolution
• Client Service orientated
• Incident management
• OHS Act
• Safety, Health, environment and quality policies.
• Practical Seamanship
• Basic Mechanical Skill
• Basic electrical skill
• Analytical skill
• Literacy skill
• Numeracy skill
• Steering and lookout duties

Equity Statement

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.