Deck Lead & Bosun - Safe, Efficient Vessel Ops

Sea Harvest; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Sea Harvest, a proudly South African integrated fishing and food processing company, seeks a suitably qualified Bosun to lead deck operations aboard our vessels. You will supervise the deck crew, manage fishing gear, and ensure SAMSA and safety standards are met on a day‑to‑day basis.

The Bosun role requires strong leadership, a good command of English, and the ability to work in a demanding seagoing environment while maintaining operational excellence and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Leadership and supervisory ability for deck crews.
• Strong safety culture, procedures and PPE compliance.
• Experience with navigational watchkeeping and vessel operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and coordinate all deck crew activities to ensure the safe and efficient execution of fishing and vessel operations.
• Oversee inspection, maintenance, repair, and storage of fishing gear, equipment and deck machinery.
• Perform bridge watchkeeping duties and maintain a vigilant lookout; report concerns to the Skipper.
• Oversee port operations, mooring arrangements, and deck-area safety and cleanliness.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory

Safety awareness

Knots knowledge

Initiative

Fluent in English

Education

SAMSA Certificate of Competency: Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch

SAMSA Medical Certificate

STCW documentation

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Sea Harvest, a proudly South African integrated fishing and food processing company, seeks a suitably qualified Bosun to lead deck operations aboard our vessels. You will supervise the deck crew, manage fishing gear, and ensure SAMSA and safety standards are met on a day‑to‑day basis.

The Bosun role requires strong leadership, a good command of English, and the ability to work in a demanding seagoing environment while maintaining operational excellence and teamwork.