Master < 500Gt (Near Coastal)

South African Maritime Safety Authority; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A maritime safety organization in Cape Town seeks an experienced Master to oversee the safe operation of vessels. Key responsibilities include compliance with safety standards, managing crew, and ensuring seaworthiness. Ideal candidates should have a valid SAMSA Certificate of Competency and proven ship handling experience. The role demands a strong commitment to safety and the ability to work within a team environment.

Qualifications

• Be a South African citizen and hold a valid passport.
• At least 2 years experience as a Chief Navigational Officer.
• Willing to comply with strict company policies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental policies.
• Prepare standing and daily orders according to guidelines.
• Oversee the operation and safety of the vessel.

Skills

Ship handling experience

Fluent in English

Team management

Education

SAMSA Certificate of Competency as Master

Valid SAMSA Medical Certificate

Job description

Description

The Master shall :

• Ensure that Flag State and / or the Classification Society are informed when and where required of any incidents or accidents.

Knowledge of adherence to and implementation of the Companys various policies.

Maintain appropriate departments ashore and on board sufficiently informed for co-ordination and control of activities for maximum safety quality and environmental protection.

In conjunction with the shipboard management team manage delegate and control work activities with due regard but

not limited to the established distribution of responsibilities on-board.

Keep the Chief Officer informed of all matters concerning vessels operation enabling him as deputy to take command if this should be deemed necessary.

Prepare his standing and daily orders according to guidelines for navigators.

Provide information and records of the relevant contents of the following to the shipboard management team : Companys SMSFlag State legislation codes and guidance Port state legislation and guidanceClassification societies rules and regulationsIndustry guidance.

Ensure that conditions and activities comply with good seamanship and if so required ensure that corrective action is taken.

Ensure that Port / Flag State and / or the Classification Society are informed when and where required of failure of any Statutory Equipment which affects the Safety and Pollution Prevention requirement.

FUNCTION

The Masters responsibilities are :

Implementation of the health safety and environmental protection policies aboard the vessel and motivation of all crewmembers to observe their intended and implied requirements.

Issuing orders and instructions to the personnel in a clear and simple manner.

Verifying that the requirements of the Safety Management System are observed.

Reviewing the SMS on a continuously ongoing basis in the light of practical experience gained and to carrying out its on-board training drills and post drill reviews.

Executing the responsibilities for the vessels Dry-Docking as outlined in Supp Doc 017

Reporting deficiencies to the Appropriate Department ashore

To ensure that the vessel is seaworthy and ready for the sea before it leaves the port including planning of voyages and navigation.

To ensure that charts navigation manuals etc. required are available on board the vessel and that they are up to date.

To ensure that the number of bunkers water and food are sufficient for the intended voyage.

To ensure that vessel certificates are kept up to date and kept in a safe place accessible for inspection by various authorities.

To check that all personnel have the qualifications required by STCW Flag Legislation Customers and / or the Company and that the prescribed minimum manning level for the vessel are complied with.

Ensure all embarked personnel receive appropriate medical care as may be required.

To ensure that any loading and unloading of the cargo and / or stores as well as its treatment during the voyage is performed in accordance with applicable rules instructions and contracts.

Ensure all required physical security and operational security procedures are enforced in accordance with international flag state company or customer requirements.

Recognize a non-compliance with a specific requirement and analyse the reason for the non-compliance. Ensure personnel are aware of the reason for the noncompliance and how same is dealt with initially and permanently eliminated for the future.

Supervise all GMDSS communications ensuring that they conform to international standards.

Work / rest hour planning and records for all officers and ratings to ensure that the rest hour requirements are being complied with.

The Master is ultimately responsible for the safe operation of the vessel and for preventing pollution from the vessel.

Requirements

The ideal candidate

Be a South African citizen and holds a valid passport.

Holds a valid SAMSA Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master

At least 2 (two) years experience as a Chief Navigational Officer

Holds a valid SAMSA Medical Certificate (without restrictions or limitations).

Has good ship handling experience.

Is fluent in written and spoken command of the English language.

Able to follow Company instructions and procedures.

Able to deliver results and meet client expectations.

A team player with a professional work ethic managing a team on-board and work closely with management.

Will comply to strict company and industry SHEQ standards and working habits.

Comply with a strict zero tolerance Drug & Alcohol Policy.

LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE

Compliance with the requirements of the Merchant Shipping Act (MSA) MLC (Maritime Labour Act) and STCW (Standards for Certification Training Certification and Watchkeeping).

Compliance with the requirements of the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)

Compliance to the provisions of the Marine Living Resources Act (MLRA) 18 of 1998

Has a clear criminal record with the SAPS (South African Police Service) Criminal Record Center and agrees to undergo a background check paid for by SAMSA MSP.

Adhere to the company confidentiality requirements.

Adhere to a strict zero tolerance Alcohol & Drug Policy.

Documentation for submission

Updated Curriculum Vitae.

Copies of all Certification and Endorsements.

Copies of all Qualifications.

Copies of SAMSA issued Certificate of Competency.

Copies Passport Seamans Record Book SAMSA Medical.

Appraisals & Recommendation Letters.

Records of previous and / or similar work experience.

Testimonials and performance appraisals.

Should you meet the requirements as set out above please e-mail your application to The MSP Crewing Department at No hand-delivered applications will be considered.

CLOSING DATE : Friday 29 August 2025

As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our equity objectives. Preference will be given to members of the designated groups to achieve the objectives of Employment Equity.

Please note : SAMSA MSP reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date as mentioned above kindly deem your application unsuccessful.

Work Level

Skilled

Job Type

Contract

Salary

Market Related

Duration

EE Position

Location

Cape Town CBD

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Employment Type : Contract

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1