Chief Mate

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**_designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating_**
**_Division._**

**_ Alternative Application Methods: (Completed Curriculum Vitae to be submitted)_**

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**_ Operating Division : Transnet NPA_**

**_ Position Title : Chief Mate - Dredging Services X2_**

**_ Employee Group : Permanent_**

**_ Department : Dredging Serv_**

**_ Location : Durban_**

**_ Reporting To : Dredging Master_**

**_ Grade Level : F_**

**_ Reference Number : 10287347_**

**_ Position Purpose:_**
- represent the Master in overall charge of the ship, responsible for the safe handling, maneuvering and navigation thereof as

governed by the International Maritime Organisation statutes and to maintain an effective, efficient dredge operation allowing

for optimum utilisation of resources, thereby ensuring maximum dredging output whilst ensuring the safety of ship and crew.

Take on Masters responsibilities and accountabilities in his absence.

**_ Position outputs:_**

Directing, monitoring and controlling the daily dredge operation, methods of dredging and safe navigation of the vessel

thereby ensuring a safe, efficient and effective dredge operation thus achieving predetermined targets.

Monitor allocated deck maintenance, load line and LSA equipment schedules ensuring that the vessel remains in a

seaworthy condition and compliance with International Statutory Laws and Regulations.

Effect repairs in conjunction with the chief Engineer.

Takes charge of in conjuction with the Chief Engineer, for the quality control and safety aspects of specific repairs and

maintenance as allocated by overseeing, liasing and monitoring the progress thereof including feedback and rectification of

repair defects.

Responsible for the training of allocated deck personnel.

Prepare report and record timeously and accurately all documents required by the company with regards to production,

timecards, maintenance and breakdowns.

Take on Master's legal responsibilities and accountabilities in his absence, as applicable.

ISM / ISPS Implementation and maintain
- Dredging operations and any job delegated by master.
- Expected to train deck personnel to dredge
- Expected to have the ability to dredge on all dredgers as expected by the company

**_ Qualifications & Experience:_**

Chief Mate Certificate of Competency as issued by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (STCW95)

2-4yrs experience working as a Chief Mate would be advantegeous

**_ Competencies:_**

Knowledge required:
Employee relations and practices
Computer literacy
Versed in DGPS navigational systems
Navigation of vessel
ISM / ISPS
Dredging procedures

Skills required:
Ship handling experience
Leadership Qualities
Communication Skills
Ship handling