Launch Skipper

The Launch Skipper reports to the Harbour Manager and to each CE for their respective boats and is responsible for managing all aspects of his/her area.

**KEY JOB FUNCTIONS**:
**Operational Tasks**
- Responsible for launching vessels (Power cats & sailing yachts)
- Implementation and adherence to manufacturing standards and standard operating procedures and production processes.
- Ensure best operating practices are implemented and continuous improvement embedded within his area of responsibility.
- Implement and monitor a catch-up plan whenever a launch has been delayed.
- Implement and maintain the workstation maintenance schedule as per set harbour HO status report.
- To ensure efficient movement of boats at the M-Beth jetty
- Responsible for ferrying staff to and from M-Beth - RCYC
- Responsible for the complete unloading and launching of the boat:

- Responsible for arranging the stepping of the mast
- Responsible for planning and coordinating duties for the cleaners and deckhands
- Responsible to do pre-launch audits in the factories and do standard item list.
- Responsible to communicate launch defects with the relevant factory.

**Pre And Post Launch Checks**
- Instrument checks
- Ensure Mooring cleats are in tack
- Responsible to do under hull survey’s (photographs)
- Re-check the boat for sea worthiness before launch
- Visual inspection of slings and positioning of the spreader bar
- Responsible to check for leaks
- Responsible for the detailed photographic records of the boat at launch.
- Responsible to test equipment and systems to ensure safe passage to docking area.
- Liaise with factory on concerns picked up before launch.

**Launch**
- Under hull survey where trailer supports were.
- Take photo’s as the boat starts to lift and at intervals until the boat is in the water.
- Record boats weight and write it in the commissioning file
- Secure the boat to the jetty and take photo with someone on the boat
- Commence with the check list.
- Responsible to identify safety critical defects before launch

**QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE**:

- Minimum Qualification: Grade 12 (with Maths)
- Ideal Qualification: SAMSA Day Skipper with over 9meter boat length.
- Strong knowledge of Raymarine Electronic Equipment (Compulsory)
- Must have SAMSA day skippers with at least 2 years’ experience in moving yachts
- Good working knowledge in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
- Must have excellent written and oral communication skills (including the ability to write reports).
- Knowledge of boat building techniques and processes would be advantageous.

**COMPETENCIES**:

- Strong ability to manage teams through operational changes in process, environment and resources.
- Analytical ability to solve problems.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize.
- Ability to present organized and thorough information and data appropriate for intended audience.
- Strong leadership and strong interpersonal skills to build and lead effective teams
- Be flexible, adaptable, able and willing to modify activities and direction with an ever-changing business environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic.

**Job Type**: Permanent

Application Deadline: 2024/10/22