Second Engineer - Port Operations

• 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 function.

Position Outputs

• Carry out independent watchkeeping duties in the engine room.
• Assist with ensuring the correct operation and running of machinery in the engine room.
• 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 Engine room as and when required.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certificate of competency as Second Engineer(Port Operations). OR
• Motorman HG issued in terms of the Merchant Shipping Act. OR
• Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch. OR
• Designated Duty Engineer. OR Chief Eng. Officer (<1500 kW Port Operations). # And Valid Ancillary Courses: # Medical First Aid # Personal Survival Technique # Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats # Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting # Personal Safety & Social ResponsibilityCompetenciesCompetencies Required: 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.DisclaimerIf you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email [email protected]