Junior Naval Architect

South African Maritime Safety Authority; Durban; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Naval Architect to ensure compliance and safety in ship registration and licensing. This role involves assessing technical plans, drafting legislation, and supporting casualty investigations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in naval architecture and a passion for maritime safety. Join a dedicated team and contribute to the advancement of maritime regulations while enhancing safety standards in the industry. If you are ready to make a significant impact in maritime safety and legislation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in naval architecture and ship registration processes.
• Ability to draft and amend legislation from a technical perspective.

Responsibilities

• Determine specifications for ship registration and licensing.
• Assist in technical plan assessments and casualty investigations.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Legislation Drafting

Technical Analysis

Administration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture

Relevant Technical Certifications

Job description

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Registration & Licensing of ships: Determine and define the principal dimensions, tonnages, and technical specifications/characteristics of a vessel for approval by the Naval Architect, for the process of ship registration and licensing of vessels.
• Naval Architecture: Assess and comment on technical plans of vessels for the approval of the Naval Architect Vessel Plan Approvals.
• Legislation/Regulations: Identify shortcomings in existing legislation and generate proposed amendments of existing or the drafting of new legislation from a technical perspective. Draft Marine Notices, Circulars, guidance documents, and procedures in support of existing legislation for the approval of the Naval Architect.
• Administration: Assist in archiving and knowledge management. Attend committee meetings to contribute to technical and operational outcomes as requested by the Naval Architect.
• Casualty Investigations: Under the direction of the Naval Architect, assist surveyors with investigations into casualties of a specific technical nature where naval architectural input is required.