Ship Surveyor: Deck (Durban) at South African Maritime Safety Authority

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.

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