Ship Surveyor: Deck D3. at South African Maritime Safety Authority

• South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) was established in terms of the SAMSA Act 5 of 1998. The entity’s objectives are ensuring the safety of life and property at sea, preventing and combating pollution of the marine environment by ships and the promotion of South Africa’s maritime interest.

Job Description
Ship Surveys and Inspections: 

• Undertake all Statutory Surveys, Audits, and Inspections in accordance with applicable legislation and other    relevant regulations relating to Marine Pollution Prevention and Safety.  
• Give effect to our obligation under the Instruments relevant to the III Code (Tonnage, COLREGS, Load line, SOLAS, MARPOL)

Examinations and Accreditations: 

• Give full and complete effect to the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and  
• Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978 in accordance with the provisions of section A-I/8 of the STCW Code,   whereby all training, assessment of competence, certification, including medical certification, endorsement and  revalidation activities are carried out, by applying appropriate domestic legislation. Comply with the Quality 
• Standards System of SAMSA to ensure alignment with STCW. 

Legislation Regulations and Policy: 

• Review, recommend and contribute towards drafting maritime regulations and amendments. 
• Review and Draft Marine Notices and Marine Circulars.
• Review, recommend and Draft SAMSA Policies and Procedures. 
• Participate in ad hoc projects as and when required in line with level of responsibilities.

Casualty/Incident Investigations: Undertake casualty / incident investigations.

• Produce reports and make recommendations timeously.
•  Fulfil an expert witness role in a Marine Court of Enquiry.

Stakeholder Management: Provide consultancy services to Industry Stakeholders. 

• Participate in and report on local, regional, and international fora and make recommendations.
• Manage and engage with Stakeholders in accordance with SAMSA Core Values.

Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Master COC (Unlimited)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Maritime/Seagoing experience of 3 years

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPIRIENCE

• STCW Compliant COC – Master (STCW II/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Master (seagoing experience)
• Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role.
• Driver’s License
• Own Transport (access to car or willing to get one start of employment) 
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport

Deadline:26th January,2026