Pipe man at Transnet

Position Purpose

• To effectively execute and monitor the side trail dredging process as a vital activity of dredging operations integral for optimal production and to manage and oversee auxiliary tasks associated with various production and maintenance requirements.

Position Outputs

• Managed side trail pipe process and operation: To ensure optimal production and the reduction of cycle times for maximum efficiency.
• Maintained critical equipment: To monitor status of and repair depth indicator for side-trail and displacement systems and effect wide range of repairs and maintenance to dredge deck equipment including calibrations and to store, monitor and maintain critical spares levels for running maintenance of deck dredge and hopper equipment.
• Dredging material: To initiate and advise Dredge Master on best possible pipe positioning for maximun effectiveness and accuracy and maximum dredged quantities.
• Reclaimed material: Initiating and monitoring this sensitive process to prevent blockages by adjusting flows and communicating with shore based support. This includes overseeing the safe coupling of the floating line and the technique of rain bowing.
• Maintenance of the entire system of sidetrail, pumps, winches etc (all the equipment that is used by the pipeman).

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) with Maths and Science or equivalent  
• Mechanical background would be advantageous  
• Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience. Or  Demonstrated numeracy and literacy and should have passed Marine Dredging Mathematics and Physics Bridging Course Test, provided for Pipe Operator Training, and  5 years’ relevant experience as a pipe operator.

Competencies

Knowledge required:  

• Mechanical background  
• First aid at sea certificate  
• Advance firefighting certificate  
• Restricted radiotelephone operators’ certificate (MARINE)  
• Personal safety and social responsibilities with personal survival techniques.

Skills Required:  

• Numeracy and computer literacy  
• Code 8 drivers license B  

Determine safe sea working conditions.  

• To be able to repair minor breakdowns and damages at sea.  
• To operate radio without hesitance.  
• Good communication skills.  
• Quality standards.  
• Leadership.

Deadline:9th July,2025