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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Forms part of the engine room management team of the harbour craft as second engineer under the direction of the Chief Engineer Officer.
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant, equipment and machinery, including operational watchkeeping duties, performance or routine and unplanned maintenance in order to ensure a safe and efficient craft service to clients.
To safeguard Company Assets as per legislative requirements i.t.o. the Merchant Shipping Act.
Maintain and operate all machinery and equipment aboard crafts.
Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all machinery and engineering function
Position Outputs
Carry out independent watchkeeping duties in the engine room
Assist with ensuring the correct operation and running of machinery in the engineroom.
Carry out tasks and functions as directed by the Chief Engineer
Carry out routine visual inspection of machinery and equipment as required.
Take necessary readings and soundings as required.
Record the results of all readings, soundings and inspections as required in the relevant logbook.
Report any anomalies discovered on machinery and equipment to the Chief Engineer.
Ensure liquid and pressure levels are correct in all Machinery.
Top-up liquid levels in machinery as required.
Monitor running machinery as required.
Assist with the Safe and efficient operation of Machinery.
Prepare main propulsion machinery for start-up.
Start up and maintain efficient operation of generators/alternators as directed.
Assist with emergency shutdowns as required.
Maintain and repair equipment as required.
Repair and maintain equipment as required.
Disassemble equipment and machinery.
Reassemble equipment and machinery.
Replace defective items on machinery and equipment.
Testing of equipment and machinery as required.
Maintain cleanliness in area of responsibility.
Ensure all waste is cleaned out of the engine room.
Ensure all equipment and materials are cleaned and properly stowed away after use.
Ensure all machinery is cleaned properly.
Ensure engine room is properly clean and wiped down.
Ensure all spillages are properly cleaned up.
Train AB Deck and Engineroom as and when required.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience: Certificate of competency as Second Engineer(Port Operations) OR Motorman HG issued in terms of the Merchant Shipping Act. OR Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch OR Designated Duty Engineer OR Chief Eng. Officer (<1500 kW Port Operations) And Valid Ancillary Courses Medical First Aid Personal Survival Technique Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting Personal Safety & Social Responsibility
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