Fresh Vacancies at South African Maritime Safety Authority

The Master shall:

• Ensure that Flag State and/or the Classification Society are informed, when and where required, of any incidents or accidents.
• Knowledge of, adherence to, and implementation of the Company's various policies.
• Maintain appropriate departments ashore and on board sufficiently informed for co-ordination and control of activities for maximum safety, quality, and environmental protection.
• In conjunction with the shipboard management team manage, delegate and control work activities with due regard,but not limited to the established distribution of responsibilities on-board.
• Keep the Chief Officer informed of all matters concerning vessel's operation, enabling him as deputy to take command if this should be deemed necessary.
• Prepare his standing and daily orders according to guidelines for navigators.
• Provide information and records of the relevant contents of the following to the shipboard management team: 
• Company's SMS,
• Flag State legislation, codes and guidance,
• Port state legislation and guidance,
• Classification societies' rules and regulations,
• Industry guidance.
• Ensure that conditions and activities comply with good seamanship and, if so required, ensure that corrective action is taken.
• Ensure that Port/Flag State and/or the Classification Society are informed, when and where required, of failure of any Statutory Equipment which affects the Safety and Pollution Prevention requirement.

The Masters responsibilities are

• Implementation of the health, safety and environmental protection policies aboard the vessel and motivation of all crewmembers to observe their intended and implied requirements.
• Issuing orders and instructions to the personnel in a clear and simple manner.
• Verifying that the requirements of the Safety Management System are observed.
• Reviewing the SMS on a continuously ongoing basis in the light of practical experience gained, and to carrying out it’s on-board training, drills and post drill reviews.
• Executing the responsibilities for the vessel’s Dry-Docking, as outlined in Supp Doc 017,
• Reporting deficiencies to the Appropriate Department ashore
• To ensure that the vessel is seaworthy and ready for the sea before it leaves the port including planning of voyages and navigation.
• To ensure that charts, navigation manuals, etc. required are available on board the vessel and that they are up to date.
• To ensure that the number of bunkers, water and food are sufficient for the intended voyage.
• To ensure that vessel certificates are kept up to date and kept in a safe place accessible for inspection by various authorities.
• To check that all personnel have the qualifications required by STCW, Flag Legislation, Customers and/or the Company, and that the prescribed minimum manning level for the vessel are complied with.
• Ensure all embarked personnel receive appropriate medical care as may be required. 
• To ensure that any loading and unloading of the cargo and/or stores as well as its treatment during the voyage is performed in accordance with applicable rules, instructions, and contracts.
• Ensure all required physical security and operational security procedures are enforced in accordance with international, flag state, company, or customer requirements.
• Recognize a non-compliance with a specific requirement and analyse the reason for the non-compliance. Ensure personnel are aware of the reason for the noncompliance and how same is dealt with initially and permanently eliminated for the future.
• Supervise all GMDSS communications ensuring that they conform to international standards. 
• Work / rest hour planning and records for all officers and ratings to ensure that the rest hour requirements are being complied with.

Requirements

• Be a South African citizen and holds a valid passport.
• Holds a valid SAMSA Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Master Unlimited, STCW Req. II/2
• At least 2 (two) years’ experience as a Chief Navigational Officer Unlimited, STCW Req. II/2 OR 1 year as Master Unlimited, STCW Req. II/2
• Holds a valid SAMSA Medical Certificate (without restrictions or limitations).
• Has good ship handling experience.
• Is fluent in written and spoken command of the English language.
• Able to follow Company instructions and procedures.
• Able to deliver results and meet client expectations.
• A team player with a professional work ethic, managing a team on-board and work closely with management.
• Will comply to strict company and industry SHEQ standards and working habits.
• Comply with a strict zero tolerance Alcohol & Drug Policy

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Description

• Plan, manage, support, and promote the undertaking of strategic research and innovation programmes aimed at supporting formulation of appropriate strategies, projects, and policies within the maritime sector
• Manage the implementation of technology and innovation studies to promote research as a significant contributor to the development and growth of the maritime industry
• Through research, promote the culture of innovation and transformation for purposes of fostering beneficiation and culture of entrepreneurship
• Drive technology and innovation research activities and projects Prudently manage resources (e.g. finance, data etc.) allocated for purposes of research projects
• Develop and manage performance compliance requirements (e.g. annual business plan, regular reports, and ad-hoc requests)
• Providing reliable Departmental financial projections for budgeting and management purposes Identification of departmental risks, development, and implementation of the mitigation plan to manage departmental risks
• Undertake ad-hoc work as required and directed by Line Management
• Engage and promote internal and external stakeholder relations on maritime research
• Participate in research collaboration programmes on bilateral and multi-disciplinary partnerships with industry, academia and other relevant institutions impacting the Maritime Sector
• Interact with different levels of stakeholders for the purpose of developing the industry
• Build and manage relationships with leading research institutes and other key players locally and abroad to jointly participate strategic initiatives
• Partner with local and international research institutions, high education institutions and maritime sector in creating a system to share maritime data
• Actively represent SAMSA in maritime research and innovation engagement platforms both external and internal
• In collaboration with   industry partners, identify, assess, and implement new business innovative maritime opportunities that work towards promoting maritime research
• Provide input or direction in the ideation and origination of maritime research projects Communicate, share and present research findings to the relevant stakeholders
• Design and implement programmes and projects
• Evaluate and review programmes and projects and take pro-active remedial action to achieve quality output
• Effectively apply newly acquired skills for improved performance
• Manage data in line with ethical and information protection guidelines
• Effective management of own performance in line with the Performance Management Guidelines and Cycle

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Studies/Research Studies (NQF 7)
• Project Management Qualification or Certification would be an added advantage

 KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 7 years’ related experience in a Maritime Environment 
• Experience in managing projects and conducting research 
• Experience in collaborating and engaging with strategic stakeholders 

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Description

• Design, implement, and maintain network security controls in line with security best practices. 
• Implement network security deliverables in line with approved technology and infrastructure architecture blueprints.
• Install, configure, and maintain SAMSA’s network infrastructure, devices, services, and security (including Firewall (FW), Routers, Wireless Access Points (WAP), Switches, VPNs, etc.
• Configure and Maintain Virtual Private Network (VPN), VLANs, VoIP, and web and email security programs and protocols regularly.
• Analyse the vulnerabilities in SAMSA’s network by identifying threat patterns and possibilities for a security breach.  
• Monitor web security gateways, perimeter security, network access controls, endpoint security, performance, and ensure system availability and reliability.
• Ensure periodic testing of the organization’s network and systems from a security point of view – Penetration Testing.
• Maintaining & implementation of the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Network security.
• Ensure effective End-user support (2nd and 3rd level) for HQ Staff.
• Manage provisioning of end-user devices for the HQ staff.
• Ensure that all security related solutions are deployed across the environment (including Cloud) and are operational – antivirus, vulnerability, auditing, etc.
• Review security alerts from service providers and other security agencies and provide remediation from identified alerts.
• Manage and audit security logs across the environment.
• Coordinate and manage external parties engaged in the provision of services related to Information Security.
• Conduct regular review of security logs with view to identify any anomalies and recommend corrective actions.
• Contribute towards development of ICT Policies, Processes, Procedures, Standards, etc.
• Conduct regular security assessment and penetration tests.
• Manage relationship with service provider to ensure effective delivery of services. 
• Monitoring of Service Providers performance and ensuring SLA targets are met monthly.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma in Information and Communication Technology or any related qualification (NQF 6)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Information and Communication Technology or any related qualification (NQF 7) would be an added advantage

CERTIFICATE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

• CCNA, CCNP
• Network Security
• CEH
• ISO27001 MS365 Security Administration, and
• Any other related Network and Security certificates

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years of relevant experience in ICT network and security operations of which 2 years should be at a supervisory/specialist level in security operations.
• Knowledge of Cyber security.
• Knowledge of industry best practice e.g. ITIL and COBIT. 
• Experience with network security technologies such as switches, routers and firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPNs, SIEM, and vulnerability scanning tools.
• IT Security Operations.
• Solid knowledge of information security principles and best practices.
• Installation, configuration, monitoring and response to security technologies.
• Understanding of advanced security protocols and standards.
• Knowledge of performing routing protocols (MPLS, WAN).
• Knowledge of Layer 2 switching, and VLANs.
• Knowledge of SD-WAN technology.
• Network and security architectures.

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KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS 

• Participate in the conceptualisation of the business system to be developed or enhanced in line with approved business requirements. 
• Participate in the design of User Interface layout in accordance with approved functional and technical specification.
• Contribute to the development of system technical/functional specifications.
• Consult with Business Analyst to inform the design of system in accordance with approved user requirements specifications.
• Obtain approval from all interested parties through extensive consultations, testing, and quality assurance.
• Ensure that the systems/applications are developed or configured in accordance with applicable best practice standards and SAMSA Applications Architecture.
• Propose enhancement opportunities for the systems/applications within the SAMSA Applications Portfolio.
• Implement enhancement in response to audit finding recommendations and related audit review recommendations.
• Ensure standardisation of development technology platforms across the Applications Portfolio.
• Ensure that the systems are highly integrated and secure to ensure optimal business operations.
• Ensure development and customization of reports.
• Provide technology advisory services relating to best platforms to be used to keep abreast with fast paced technology changes.
• Conduct unit testing as part of development or configuration process including participation in the User Acceptance Testing (UAT) exercise.
• Ensure that the systems/applications are deployed in line with deployment procedure and related process.
• Provide post implementation support to enable that the deployed system is stable and free from operational bugs.
• Identify training needs and provide recommendations to the system owner.
• Participate in the development of system user manuals.
• Participate in User Training including required system refresher training to ensure users are conversant with the system.
• Ensure stable and reliable systems for SAMSA that are always functional and available to all users.
• Provide 1st, 2nd and 3rd line applications support and maintenance to ensure highest levels of systems availability.
• Manage application upgrades and updates in line with maintenance schedules.
• Manage problem analysis and provide resolutions for business applications, where necessary escalate to external service providers.
• Ensure that the systems attain high level of performance and availability.
• Ensure effective management of user accounts, implementation of Segregation of Duty Matrix and associated reviews.
• Develop processes to manage utilization and optimization of business applications.
• Manage requested changes in line with the Change Management process and procedure.
• Contribute in the development of Disaster Recovery Plan and its associated testing to ensure availability of systems in an event of disaster.
• Manage business processes together with system owners (Internal and External stakeholders)
• Manage service providers engaged in the provisioning of services related to the maintenance of business application.
• Conduct regular meetings with Service Providers, keep records of outcomes and ensure escalated issues are follow-up.
• Manage SLA Targets to ensure they are achieved.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• National Diploma in ICT or equivalent (NQF 6).
• Bachelors Degree in ICT or equivalent (NQF 7) would be an added advantage.

CERTIFICATE IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

• Programming Languages (.Net, JAVA, HTML, C#, MVC, etc)
• SQL
• DevOps
• ITIL 

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-7 years’ working experience as a developer in either of the following: C#, .Net, MVC, Java Adobe, Microsoft SharePoint, etc. 
• Experience as a full stack developer.
• Experience in supporting custom systems such as Sage, Microsoft Great Plains, OpenText and related.

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Description

• Set the strategic and operational direction of the Research Unit in ensuring business and industry needs driven research
• Plan, lead and manage the development and implementation of the identified research agenda
• Develop and review the research business case for approval or recommendation for external research requirements
• Prepare reports, guidelines or other documents aimed at disseminating the results and outcomes of research projects for programming, policy and advocacy
• Maintain research data gathered from other institutions and ensure that knowledge generated is secured, shared and applied where applicable
• Develop research related position/discussion papers to inform SAMSA strategy, policies and programmes
• Develop work performance standards and define the quality of work to be delivered
• Conduct relevant micro and macro-environment and impact analyses to inform the strategic direction
• Manage projects effectively through robust integrated planning and interaction with clients
• Manage financial, human and other resources
• Develop and manage performance compliance requirements (e.g. annual business plan, reports and ad-hoc requests)
• Provide reliable Unit financial projections for budgeting purposes and manage the allocated budget
• Identify Unit risks, develop a mitigation plan and implement the plan to manage risks
• Decisively act on Unit audit findings and related management comments to prevent repeat audit findings
• Manage and lead SAMSA research collaboration programmes on bilateral and multi-disciplinary partnerships with industry, academia and other relevant institutions impacting the Maritime Industry
• Interact with and build relationships and joint initiatives with leading research institutes and other key players locally and abroad
• Represent SAMSA at local and international maritime engagement platforms
• Engage and manage internal stakeholder relations
• Effective management of performance for each direct report in line with the Performance Management Guidelines
• Support direct reports in the development and implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Ensure that subordinates effectively apply newly acquired skills for improved performance
• Mentor and supervise Maritime Research personnel

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Honours Degree or Postgraduate Diploma in Maritime Studies/Research Studies (NQF 8)
• Master’s degree in Maritime Studies/Research Studies (NQF 9)

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 7 years related work experience of which at least 3 years should be at a managerial/supervisory level
• Must have experience in analysing, conducting and supervising research

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Description

• Provide strategic direction on the design, implementation and maintenance of a ISO 9001 compliant Quality Management System (QMS)
• Ensure integration of Quality in all SAMSA functional areas
• Ensure that a Quality Policy is developed
• Ensure that QMS documentation (processes, procedures and standard operating procedures) is developed and maintained
• Manage the design of an Integrated Process Quality Documentation System
• Drive the set up and implementation of a Business Process Centre of Excellence
• Lead SAMSA into the Business Process Management (BPM) approach to improve corporate performance
• Ensure benchmarking with industry best practices is conducted
• Provide strategic direction on business process improvement
• Lead and coordinate BPM maturity assessments
• Ensure process mapping and modelling standards are developed
• Ensure strategic alignment of business processes
• Ensure a departmental annual operational plan is developed
• Oversee internal and external audits
• Monitor compliance to processes and procedures by all internal functions and Quality department staff
• Ensure process risks are systematically identified and mitigated
• Ensure and coordinate Management Review meetings
• Ensure performance reporting is done as required
• Induction, Training and Awareness
• Ensure all staff has attained awareness and knowledge of key quality and compliance processes and standards
• Ensure performance of systematic induction of new staff and re-induction of all staff annually
• Ensure a training record of all staff is kept up to date
• Ensure process owners, managers and performers are trained on their different roles
• Ensure promotion of customer focus throughout the organisation
• Drive Voice of the Customer (VOC) surveys
• Develop and maintain a systematic customer complaint handling process
• Ensure adequately qualified and competent staff is recruited for the department
• Ensure preparation of short- and long-term plans and KPIs to attain departmental objectives
• Ensure staff is performing at the level required, if not, address through feedback and review process
• Provide direction and training to staff to ensure they are competently performing their role within the team
• Ensure promotion of communication, tea work and harmony within the Department
• Ensure a departmental budget is developed and managed
• Oversee benchmarking initiatives

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree or Advance Diploma (NQF 7) in relevant studies
• Postgraduate qualification in Quality Assurance would be an added advantage

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• 7 years related experience; 3 years of which should be at supervisory/management level

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Description

• Plan, organize, lead and manage the various maritime legislation requirements and implementation processes
• Provide technical support to the Department of Transport (DoT) with regards to the drafting of maritime policies, legislation and strategies
• Provide technical support to the SAMSA Centres, with particular reference to the Office of the CEO, in drafting and amending maritime principal legislation, regulations and technical standards 
• Provide commentary, legal guidance and support on maritime legislation and policy related matters
• Provide advisory on legislative and regulatory changes
• Conduct research on various legislative and regulatory framework that impact on SAMSA and make recommendations and/or interventions to SAMSA
• Ensure alignment of domestic maritime laws with international conventions and leveraging global platform on best practice
• Oversee processing of legislation and regulations, including Parliamentary processing;
• Conduct and oversee stakeholder consultation (internal and external stakeholders)
• Provide support on maritime technical cooperation at a national, regional and international level
• Manage financial, human and other resources
• Develop and manage performance compliance requirements (e.g. annual business plan, reports and ad-hoc requests)
• Provide reliable Unit financial projections for budgeting purposes and manage the allocated budget
• Identify Unit risks, develop a mitigation plan and implement the plan to manage risks
• Decisively act on Unit audit findings and related management comments to prevent repeat audit findings
• Provide timeous and meaningful opinions and advice on maritime policy and legislation for decision-making purposes
• Facilitate proactive dialogue and establish effective and efficient stakeholder liaison and information sharing
• Facilitate knowledge and represent SAMSA actively in local and international maritime engagement platforms
• Effective management of performance for each direct report in line with the Performance Management Guidelines
• Support direct reports in the development and implementation of Individual Development Plans (IDPs)
• Ensure that subordinates effectively apply newly acquired skills for improved performance
• Mentor and supervise Maritime Legislation Unit personnel

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• LLB
•  Postgraduate in Maritime Studies would be an added advantage

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION OR PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

• Admitted as an Attorney for South Africa

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Seven (7) years’ related work experience, of which at least three (3) years should be at a managerial/supervisory level
• Must have experience in the Maritime Industry

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Description

• Ensure the safe and correct running of main engine, auxiliary engines and all such primary/secondary equipment and systems, in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and in keeping with Company procedures.
• Understand the parameters to ensure efficient maintenance and operation of engine plants, i.e. fuel efficiency, power analysis and systems heat balance.
• Ensure that the engines are correctly tuned to achieve maximum fuel efficiency.
• Monitor and optimize fuel consumption.
• Monitor the bunker start-up and closing-down procedure whilst also providing all the necessary anti-pollution measures and remains back-up during the complete bunkering operation.
• Ensure the vessel carries adequate stocks of stores, spares, and lube oils with respect to maintenance and repair and is consistent with the Company requirements.
• Supervise, control, and verifying the application and consumption of spare parts and stores.
• Ensure that chemicals are used in a safe and responsible way and the least hazardous chemicals are used.
• Recognise non-compliance with a specific requirement and analyse the reason for the non-compliance. Ensure personnel are aware of, the reason for the non-compliance and how same is to be permanently eliminated in future.
• Develop the skills and confidence of his officers by providing on board training and explaining the relevant content of the following to all personnel: 
• Company's SMS,
• Flag State legislation, codes, and guidance, including reporting requirements.
• Port State legislation and guidance,
• Classification Societies' rules and regulations, including reporting requirements.

Industry Guidelines.

• Ensure efficient operation and maintenance of the vessel equipment.
• Ensure planned maintenance system is updated.
• Compliance with International Health & Safety regulations in particular MARPOL

Requirements

• Be a South African citizen and holds a valid passport.
• Holds a valid SAMSA Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Chief Engineering Officer STCW Reg III/2
• At least 2 (two) years’ experience as a Second Engineering Officer STCW Reg. III/2 and/or 1 year experience as Chief Engineering Officer STCW Reg. III/2
• Holds a valid SAMSA Medical Certificate (without restrictions or limitations).
• Experience across various power plants.
• Technical and problem-solving skills, including technical report writing.
• Resolve environmental concerns and improve procedures relating to pollution prevention. 
• Realise the need for management systems and procedures, particularly in areas of emergency, malfunction safety back up, contingency planning and protection of the environment.
• Personnel management and safety awareness
• Is fluent in written and spoken command of the English language.
• Able to follow Company instructions and procedures and able to deliver results and meet client expectations.
• A team player with a professional work ethic, managing a team on-board and work closely with management.
• Will comply to strict company and industry SHEQ standards and working habits.
• Adhere to the company confidentiality requirement and comply with a strict zero tolerance Alcohol & Drug Policy