JOB PURPOSE

• The purpose of this role is to ensure vessels, seafarers and maritime service providers are compliant with applicable maritime legislation and the relevant maritime Conventions. Ship Surveyors are to give effect to the objectives of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Instruments.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Ship Surveys and Inspections: To undertake all Statutory Surveys, Audits and Inspections in accordance with applicable legislation and other relevant regulations relating to marine pollution prevention and safety.
• Engineering Examinations and Accreditations: To give full and complete effect to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978 in accordance with the provisions of section A-I/8 of the STCW Code, whereby all training, assessment of competence, certification, including medical certification, endorsement and revalidation activities are carried out, by applying appropriate domestic legislation.
• Legislation/Regulations: Initiate and participate in the drafting of regulations and amendments to existing legislation in accordance with the Quality Standards System of SAMSA.
• Casualty/Incident Investigations: Undertake and report on casualty/ incident investigations as well as make recommendations based on the outcome of the investigation
• Stakeholder Management: Manage and engage with Stakeholders in accordance with SAMSA Core Values.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Chief Engineer (Unlimited) STCW Certificate of Competency
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience)

 PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• STCW Compliant COC – Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
• Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role.
• Driver’s license and own vehicle
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport