Chief Mate

Transnet SOC Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading maritime company is seeking a Chief Mate responsible for managing dredge operations while ensuring compliance with international regulations. The role requires overseeing the safe navigation of the vessel, training deck personnel, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Ideal candidates will have a STCW 95 certification and at least three years of experience in a similar role.

Qualifications

• 3 Years' experience sailing as a Chief Mate.
• Code 08 Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Directing and controlling daily dredge operations.
• Monitoring vessel's seaworthiness and compliance.
• Training allocated deck personnel.

Skills

Ship handling experience

Leadership qualities

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 S4 Marine Studies

STCW 95 Certificate of Competency Chief Mate

Job description

To represent the Master in overall charge of the ship, responsible for the safe handling, manoeuvring, and navigation thereof as governed by the International Maritime Organisation statutes, and to maintain an effective, efficient dredge operation allowing for optimum utilisation of resources, thereby ensuring maximum dredging output whilst ensuring the safety of ship and crew.

Take on Master's legal responsibilities and accountabilities in his absence, as applicable.

Position Outputs

1. Directing, monitoring, and controlling the daily dredge operation, methods of dredging, and safe navigation of the vessel, thereby ensuring a safe, efficient, and effective dredge operation to achieve set targets.
2. Monitor allocated deck maintenance, load line, and LSA equipment schedules to ensure the vessel remains in a seaworthy condition and compliant with international statutory laws and regulations.
3. Effect repairs in conjunction with the Chief Engineer after liaising with the Master Maintenance Manager to minimize breakdown time.
4. Take charge, along with the Chief Engineer, for the quality control and safety aspects of specific repairs and maintenance, overseeing, liaising, and monitoring progress, including feedback and rectification of repair defects.
5. Responsible for the training of allocated deck personnel.
6. Prepare, report, and record all required documents regarding production, timecards, maintenance, and breakdowns in a timely and accurate manner.
7. Take on Master's legal responsibilities and accountabilities in his absence, as applicable.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 S4 Marine Studies.
• STCW 95 Certificate of Competency Chief Mate issued by the South African Maritime Safety Authority.
• 3 Years' experience sailing as a Chief Mate.
• Code 08 Driver's License.

Competencies

Knowledge required: Employee relations and practices, computer literacy, versed in DGPS navigational systems.

Skills required: Ship handling experience, leadership qualities, communication skills.

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.