Current Jobs 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

• Chief Engineer > 3000kW (no limitation) COC / or Master COC (Unlimited)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience) / or sailed in rank of Chief Officer (seagoing experience)
• STCW Compliant COC - Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation) / or STCW Compliant COC – Master (STCW II/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer (seagoing experience) / or 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
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport

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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

• Chief Engineer > 3000kW (no limitation) COC / or Master COC (Unlimited)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience) / or sailed in rank of Chief Officer (seagoing experience)
• STCW Compliant COC - Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation) / or STCW Compliant COC – Master (STCW II/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer (seagoing experience) / or 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
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport

go to method of application »

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

• Chief Engineer > 3000kW (no limitation) COC / or Master COC (Unlimited)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience) / or sailed in rank of Chief Officer (seagoing experience)
• STCW Compliant COC - Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation) / or STCW Compliant COC – Master (STCW II/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer (seagoing experience) / or 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
• Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
• Ability to travel as and when required.
• Valid Passport

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Description

• Ensure processes are in place that strengthen internal controls and minimise potential risks
• Manage the sourcing of goods and services (including travel) and ensure adherence to the PFMA, National Treasury, PPPFA, SCM regulations, etc.
• Ensure purchase orders are expedited 
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance
• Ensure purchase requisitions are managed to satisfy business needs
• Ensure that the supplier database is maintained and up to date (this includes tax certificates, BBBEE certificates, price lists, supplier contact details, etc.)
• Plan and oversee the BBBEE verification process
• Produce a BBBEE plan for procurement
• Co-ordinate the overall BBBEE plan and monitor progress against the plan on a monthly basis
• Build and manage relationships with all necessary stakeholders
• Project and anticipate needs and requirements for MSP
• Analyse the future demand for items and identify appropriate procurement strategies to meet demand expectations
• Compile the Procurement Plan for the Senior Manager: SCM's approval
• Submit the approved Procurement Plan to National Treasury
• Liaise with each Centre regarding the implementation of the Procurement Plan
• Quarterly report on the implementation of the procurement plan to National Treasury
• Ensure processes are in place that strengthen internal controls and minimise risks
• Assess the different procurement methods available and decide on the most feasible option after considering all relevant legislation, regulations and prescripts
• Monitor adherence and compliance with all prescripts, including the Preferential Procurement Framework Act; Black Economic Empowerment; Public Financial Management Act; Supply Chain Management Directives; and Treasury Regulations whenever goods and services are purchased
• Assist end users in drafting specifications when doing bids/requests for proposals
• Facilitate the whole tender process i.e. tender advertisements, tender briefings; opening of the tender box; supplier presentations; BSC, BEC and BAC meetings; etc.
• Attend to tender related queries timeously
• Keep abreast of the tender pipeline and schedule of work to enable effective administration thereof
• Observe tender closing deadlines and ensure that all tenders received are properly registered
• See to the safe keeping of all tender documents 
• Ensure that all relevant tender documents (i.e. adverts, tender register, pricing register, handover register, responsiveness schedules, comparisons schedules etc.) are quality assured for accuracy and completeness
• Conduct a pre-evaluation of all tenders and present this to the BEC
• Maintain accurate records for all bids i.e. decisions taken, etc.
• Supervise, coach and performance manage staff
• Assign and monitor procurement, logistics, travel and disposal functions
• Assist the Senior Manager: SCM in the recruitment and selection of procurement 
• Orientate and train new employees
• Ensure reports are produced timeously, as required
• Ensure that a proper filing system is maintained

Requirements

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or Equivalent NQF level 7
• CIPS certification and membership
• 7 years related technical sourcing working experience 
• Knowledge of National Treasury Regulations on procurement 
• Knowledge of Corporate Governance