Second Engineer MFV Starcrest

Oceana Group Limited; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceana Group's Lucky Star site in St Helena Bay seeks a Second Engineer to support the Chief Engineer on a pelagic vessel. You will also work on deck during catching operations and report to the vessel Skipper.

Candidates must hold Marine Motorman Grade2, valid SAMSA medical certificate, Pre-Sea and a Seaman's Discharge Book; experience as Second Engineer on purse seine vessels is advantageous. Willing to work shifts, after hours and weekends as required.

Qualifications

• Valid SAMSA medical certificate required.
• Marine Motorman Grade2 qualification essential.
• Pre-Sea and Seaman's Discharge Book must be held.
• Experience as Second Engineer on purse seine vessels is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act as direct subordinate of the Chief Engineer.
• Substitute the senior engineer when necessary.
• Maintain and run engine room under supervision of Chief Engineer.
• Work on deck during catching operations.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Repair minor breakdowns

SAMSA MOS-REGS knowledge

Work under pressure

Shift work

Independent functioning

Education

Marine Motorman Grade2

SAMSA medical certificate

Pre-Sea and Seaman's Discharge Book

Job description

The following permanent position has become available within our pelagic fleet. This position will operate from our Lucky Star site in St Helena Bay.

The incumbent will report to the Skipper of the vessel MFV Starcrest.

The successful applicant will assist the Chief Engineer with duties in the engine room of the vessel and work on deck during catching operations.

Key Job Outputs

• Act as direct sub-ordinate of Chief Engineer
• Substitutes the senior engineer when necessary
• Maintain and run engine room under supervision of Chief Engineer
• Work on deck during catching operations

Knowledge, Skills and Attributes

• Technical knowledge of the engine and related equipment, e.g. hydraulics pumps, winches, etc.
• The ability to repair minor breakdowns
• Knowledge of SAMSA and MOS-REGS (Oil spills)
• Able to work under pressure
• Willing to work shifts, after hours and over weekends when require
• Must be able to function independently

Qualifications, Competencies and Experience

• Experience as Second Engineer on Purse Seine Fishing Vessels will be an advantage
• Valid SAMSA medical certificate
• Marine Motorman Grade2 Qualification
• Pre-Sea and a Seamans Discharge Book

Closing Date: 6 November 2026

In support of the company’s Employment Equity Plan, appointments will be aligned with the EE Plan and the fishing industry's applicable Sector Targets.

If you are not contacted within three weeks of closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful