Transnet is the largest and most crucial part of the freight logistics chain that delivers goods to each and every South African. Transnet freight rail has approximately 38 000 employees, who are spread throughout the country. Transnet Limited, operating and controlling South Africa’s major transport infrastructure, is also responsible for ensuring that the country’s transport industries operate according to world-class standards. Transnet forms an integral part of the Southern African economy.
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Operating the helicopter hoist by NIGHT with vertical operating reference of the hoist cable, with a marine pilot hanging from the strop/cargo from the cargo hook, whilst verbally positioning the Helicopter over the agreed hoisting area onto a moving, rolling and pitching vessel.
Maintaining situational awareness of all hazardous conditions surrounding the operating area and then safely landing the hoisted marine pilot/cargo onto the vessel in accordance with TNPA Standard Operating Procedures. Application of Civil Aviation Regulations as well as the National ports act No. 12 of 2005. Ensuring Port efficiency with regards to operation of TNPA helicopter service
Position Outputs
Testing of Truck and Aircraft Fuel samples
Pre-flight inspection of TNPA helicopter and Hoist
Helicopter Hoist bumper, cycles and Engine cycles data collection
Daily Helicopter Compressor wash
Weekly maintenance of Helicopter Hoist Cable wash/retention
Operation of Fuel Truck
Refueling of the Helicopter
Helicopter Safety briefings for authorized boarding passengers
Assist at other bases with the duties of a Helicopter Hoist Operation
Assist engineering department when requested
Capturing hoist log data
Safe and accurate pattering of the aircraft over a moving, rolling and pitching vessel under Night Operations
Safe offshore hoisting of marine pilots by night onto stationary and moving vessels under Night Operations in accordance with TNPA Aviation SOP.
Safe offshore slinging by night of cargo onto moving, rolling, pitching vessels.
Conduct Search and Rescue, VIP and Casualty evacuation flights as a Helicopter Hoist Operator in accordance with TNPA requirements under Night Operations.
Prepare and conduct cabin safety during all operations of flight.
Render cabin first aid if necessary during patient transfer.
Compliance with SAMSA and National Ports Act no 12 of 2005
Ensuring no unauthorized personal are carried on board the Helicopter
Qualifications and Experience
Grade 12 Hold a Hoist Operator Competence certificate on helicopters. English language proficiency. 3 years general aviation experience.. Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services is an advantage. 1000 hoists/12 -18 month’s Marine Pilot Service hoisting operational experience.