Harbour Master Robben Island

Cape Town, WC, ZA, South Africa

Job Description

A well-established company is seeking to appoint a Harbour Master (12 month fixed term contract)



The purpose of the job is to provide strategic direction, manage the harbor, NMG Quay and the surrounding areas to ensure it functions efficiently and all safety requirements are met.


Manage the ferry's operations and always ensure the safety of the tourists.


Ensure all safety requirements in terms of the Merchant Shipping Act and OHS Act are adhered to

Qualification:




Deck Officer or equivalent. Certificate of Competency must be valid. Port operations experience will be advantageous. Demonstrate knowledge and experience in managing a small harbour, crew and fleet management

Experience:




5 years' experience as Deck Officer or 3 years as a Master on a vessel. Demonstrate knowledge of local sea conditions and weather. Technical knowledge of ferry operations.

Required Skills, Competencies and Attributes:



Must be fluent in English, written and oral. Understanding of Port Control Lights and VTS Computer Literate: MS word/excel/power point/outlook and be able to write up reports. SAMSA/Class Surveys, Dry Docking. Hull integrity. Regular safety drills, which include Fire Drills, Man Overboard Drills, Dropping of Anchor, First Aid at Sea Drills, Search and Rescue Drills and Evacuation Procedures of a ferry. Demonstrate knowledge of Publications required to be carried on board Understanding of International Safety Management (ISM) and Safety Management Systems (SMS). Budget management. Ability to analyse Synoptic chat and interpretation of it. Ability to work under pressure. Good communication skills.
Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application that your application was unsuccessful.


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For more information please contact:

Mandy Scullard

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1413278
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Cape Town, WC, ZA, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned