Second Engineering Officer (STCW Reg III/2) (Cape Town CBD) at South African Maritime Safety Authority

JOB PURPOSE

• The Second Engineer is second in command of the Engineering Department and is in all respects responsible for conducting his duties in the best interest of the company
• The Second Engineer shall keep himself continuously informed of all matters concerning operation, maintenance and repair enabling him to take over from the Chief Engineer in cases of necessity and/or emergency.

FUNCTION

• Perform engineer room watch-keeping duties when required including the maintenance of all machinery on deck, including the engine room in his area of responsibility as required by the Planned Maintenance System and as directed by Chief Engineer.
• Management of stores, spares, lube oils and chemicals including monitoring the consumption, inventory management to ensure minimum requirements are met and checking deliveries from suppliers.
• To instruct and supervise on the vessel the maintenance and use of safety, environmental protection, firefighting, first aid and life-saving equipment.
• Preparing and monitoring work plans for other engineers and engine ratings. Periodically monitor the work / rest hour planning for all engineers and engine ratings to ensure that the rest hour requirements are being complied with.
• Ensure that his individual work and rest hour planning is done periodically, and rest hour requirements are complied with to avoid fatigue.
• Motivation of engineers and crew, and creation of a safe working environment onboard including optimal utilization of resources allocated.
• The use of environmentally friendly cleaning materials and ensuring that chemicals are used in a safe and responsible manner.
• Operation of propulsion and auxiliary machinery and maintenance of the vessel, its machinery and equipment in compliance with the Chief Engineer’s instructions.
• Issuing appropriate orders and instructions in a clear and simple manner.
• Understand the importance of briefing and debriefing to ensure efficient teamwork and develop the skills and confidence of the more junior members of the team.
• Training of supervised personnel which includes:
• Orientation.
• Health and safety.
• Environmental protection.
• Use of manuals and procedures.
• Proper use of tools and equipment.
• Standard maintenance and operating practices.
• Familiar with the latest MARPOL requirements and legislation
• Compliance with International Health & Safety Regulations

Requirements
The ideal candidate

• Be a South African citizen and holds a valid passport.
• Holds a valid SAMSA Certificate of Competency (CoC) as Second Engineering Officer STCW Reg III/2
• At least 2 (two) years’ experience as a Third Engineering Officer STCW Reg. III/2 and/or 1 year as Second Engineering Officer STCW Reg. III/2
• Holds a valid SAMSA Medical Certificate (without restrictions or limitations).
• 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.

LEGISLATIVE COMPLIANCE

• Compliance with the requirements of the Merchant Shipping Act (MSA), MLC (Maritime Labour Convention) and STCW (Standards for Certification, Training, Certification and Watchkeeping).
• Compliance with the requirements of the POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)
• Compliance to the provisions of the Marine Living Resources Act (MLRA) 18 of 1998
• Has no criminal record with the SAPS (South African Police Service) Criminal Record Centre, and willingness to undergo a background check paid for and arranged by SAMSA MSP.
• Adhere to strict company confidentiality requirements.
• Adhere to a strict zero tolerance Alcohol & Drug Policy.

DOCUMETATION FOR SUBMISSION

• Updated Curriculum Vitae
• Copies of all Certification and Endorsements
• Copies of Qualifications
• Copies of SAMSA issued Certificate of Competency
• Passport, Seamans Record Book, SAMSA Medical
• Appraisals & Recommendation Letters
• Records of previous and/or similar work experience