Chief Engineer - Pelagic Fishing Vessel

Pivot Services; Velddrif; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Pivot Services in Velddrif, South Africa, seeks a seasoned mariner to operate from our Amawandle Pelagic site in Laaiplek. The incumbent will report to the Skipper of the MFV Towerkop and bring a minimum of five years’ purse seine fishing vessel experience, with the necessary SAMSA medical certification and maritime qualifications.

The role requires staying compliant with maritime regulations, maintaining safety at sea, and supporting vessel operations across pelagic duties.

Qualifications

• This position requires at least 5 years’ experience on purse seine fishing vessels.
• Valid SAMSA medical certificate is mandatory.
• Valid Marine Motorman Grade 2 qualification.
• Valid Restricted Radio License.
• Pre-Sea and Seaman's Discharge Book must be current.

Responsibilities

• Operate from Amawandle Pelagic site in Laaiplek.
• Report to the Skipper of the vessel MFV Towerkop.

Skills

Purse Seine Fishing

Education

SAMSA medical certificate

Marine Motorman Grade 2

Restricted Radio License

Pre-Sea and Seaman's Discharge Book

Marine Fire Fighting and First Aid at Sea

Job description

Pivot Services in Velddrif, South Africa, seeks a seasoned mariner to operate from our Amawandle Pelagic site in Laaiplek. The incumbent will report to the Skipper of the MFV Towerkop and bring a minimum of five years’ purse seine fishing vessel experience, with the necessary SAMSA medical certification and maritime qualifications.

The role requires staying compliant with maritime regulations, maintaining safety at sea, and supporting vessel operations across pelagic duties.