Second Engineer - Port Operations

Transnet SOC Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Transnet SOC Ltd in Cape Town is seeking a Second Engineer (Port Operations) to join the harbour craft engine room management team, reporting to the Marine Technical Manager.

The role focuses on operation and maintenance of plant, equipment and machinery, including watchkeeping duties, routine and unplanned maintenance to ensure safe, efficient craft service and protection of company assets under Merchant Shipping Act.

Qualifications

• Certificate of competency as Second Engineer (Port Operations) or Motorman HG.
• Experience in engine room management and watchkeeping.
• Knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
• Ability to follow procedures and work instructions (SHE/Quality).

Responsibilities

• Forms part of the engine room management team under the direction of the Chief Engineer.
• Operation and maintenance of plant, equipment and machinery, including watchkeeping duties and routine/unplanned maintenance.
• Safeguard company assets in line with Merchant Shipping Act requirements.
• Carry out routine visual inspections, take readings/soundings, and log results.
• Repair and maintain equipment; disassemble/reassemble machinery and train junior crew as required.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Communication

Building relationships

Managing subordinate

Troubleshooting

Watch-keeping procedures

Education

Certificate of competency as Second Engineer (Port Operations)

Motorman HG

Job description

Second Engineer - Port Operations Operating Division: Transnet NPA Employee Group: Permanent Department: CWN, F&B, Ops, Engineering Team A Location: Cape Town Reporting To: Marine Technical Manager Grade: TNPAI1X Reference: req5897 The closing date is on 25/09/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement. Position Purpose

• Forms part of the engine room management team of the harbour craft as second engineer under the direction of the Chief Engineer Officer.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant, equipment and machinery, including operational watchkeeping duties, performance or routine and unplanned maintenance in order to ensure a safe and efficient craft service to clients.
• To safeguard Company Assets as per legislative requirements i.t.o. the Merchant Shipping Act.
• Maintain and operate all machinery and equipment aboard crafts.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all machinery and engineering functionPosition OutputsCarry out independent watchkeeping duties in the engine room Assist with ensuring the correct operation and running of machinery in the engineroom. Carry out tasks and functions as directed by the Chief Engineer Carry out routine visual inspection of machinery and equipment as required. Take necessary readings and soundings as required. Record the results of all readings, soundings and inspections as required in the relevant logbook. Report any anomalies discovered on machinery and equipment to the Chief Engineer. Ensure liquid and pressure levels are correct in all Machinery. Top-up liquid levels in machinery as required. Monitor running machinery as required. Assist with the Safe and efficient operation of Machinery. Prepare main propulsion machinery for start-up. Start up and maintain efficient operation of generators/alternators as directed. Assist with emergency shutdowns as required. Maintain and repair equipment as required. Repair and maintain equipment as required. Disassemble equipment and machinery. Reassemble equipment and machinery. Replace defective items on machinery and equipment. Testing of equipment and machinery as required. Maintain cleanliness in area of responsibility. Ensure all waste is cleaned out of the engine room. Ensure all equipment and materials are cleaned and properly stowed away after use. Ensure all machinery is cleaned properly. Ensure engine room is properly clean and wiped down. Ensure all spillages are properly cleaned up. Train AB Deck and Engineroom as and when required.
• Qualifications and ExperienceQualifications & Experience:
• Certificate of competency as Second Engineer(Port Operations) OR
• Motorman HG issued in terms of the Merchant Shipping Act.CompetenciesCompetencies Required: Computer literate Report writing Knowledge required:
• Risk & occupational safety
• Quality management systems
• Statutory/regulatory bodies
• Environmental management principles
• NOSA, ISO, OHS Act
• Marine Operations/Services
• Merchant Shipping Act-
• SAMSA port marine operations related legislation Skills Required:
• Leadership
• Decision making
• Communication
• Building relationship
• Managing subordinate
• Ability to solve practical technical problems.
• Procedures and work instructions (SHE integrated Management System, Quality Management System)
• Knowledge of life-saving equipment/appliances
• Safety techniques/equipment
• Record-keeping
• Emergency and evacuation procedures.
• Marine plant, machinery and equipment
• Watch-keeping procedures
• Marine environment
• HousekeepingEquity StatementPreference 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.