Engineer

Engineering Officers
Country: South Africa
Purpose:
SMIT Amandla Marine is the leading provider of specialist marine services in South Africa and offers a vibrant, dynamic and varied working environment both ashore and at sea. We believe that our people are our most valuable asset. And we’re working together to create a diverse, empowered environment with an all-embracing culture of safety. For us. For you. That’s our commitment for the future!

At SMIT Amandla Marine you can anticipate world-class training & development, stability and security, proximity to shore and home and working alongside a team of other proud South Africans.

We are currently seeking the services of Marine Engineering Officers to serve on board the vessels that we man and manage on behalf of the Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism and which operate largely out of the Port of Cape Town, South Africa.

SMIT Amandla Marine manages the South African Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism's fleet of fisheries research, patrol and supply vessels, including the ice strengthened Antarctic Supply Vessel 'S.A. Agulhas'. Pursuing operational and technical efficiency, the company is required to man these vessels with suitably experienced personnel who will add value to the company's ability to manage this fleet effectively on behalf of their Client.
Responsibilities:
• Comply with the safety and environmental policies of the Company and all relevant international and national conventions, codes and legislation.
• Responsible for administration of the Engineering Department, the efficient and economic operation, repair and maintenance of all machinery and associated equipment and the upkeep of the machinery spaces and compartments used for the storage of tools, spare gear, stores, fuel, water and lubricating oil.
• Responsible for the stock of spares and stores and the timeous ordering and delivery of such items so that maintenance schedules are not affected.
• Ensure that a safe, proper and adequately manned engineering watch is maintained at all times. In the case of vessels with unmanned engine rooms, this means that all alarms and warning devices are properly maintained, monitored and acted upon.
• Compile standing instructions covering watchkeeping, safety and maintenance routines and ensure that these are readily available for the reference of his staff and that they fully understand the requirements contained therein. Copies of these instructions must be displayed at appropriate locations.
• Ensure that all the Life Saving appliances and Fire Fighting Appliances are regularly tested and maintained in good condition in accordance with SOLAS requirements. Equipment and spares are to be maintained to statutory requirements.
• Carry out such watchkeeping duties as required by the Chief Engineer (and attend the Engine Room when the engines are on "stand-by").
• Engine room watch keeping subject to the requirements of the Chief Engineer, any Company instructions and in compliance with STCW
• Monitoring of Engineer Cadet training
• Before signing off the vessel, to conduct a safety familiarization induction with his relief before handing over and ensure that the necessary “Essential Safety Familiarization Form SAF.STCW.002” has been signed off.
Requirements:
• Valid STCW95 Certificate of Competency as a Chief Engineer, Second Engineer or Engineering Officer
• Valid certificates for the following STCW’95 approved training courses:
- First Aid at Sea
- Advanced Fire Fighting/Marine Fire Fighting
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)
• Possess a valid medical certificate to proceed to sea, with no restrictions
• Possess a valid passport
• Possess a discharge book/seaman’s record book
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Be able to apply expertise and technology
• Be able to deliver results and meet customer expectations
• Be able to follow instructions and procedures
• Be able to plan and organize
• Be able to prepare and write reports as required
• Be able to make decisions independently and initiative action
Procedure:
If you are interested in this position, but still have questions, please contact:

Janine Dunn, Recruitment Officer – Marine Employees, Tel +27 21 507-5847


Engineering Officers
Country: South Africa
Purpose:
SMIT Amandla Marine is the leading provider of specialist marine services in South Africa and offers a vibrant, dynamic and varied working environment both ashore and at sea. We believe that our people are our most valuable asset. And we’re working together to create a diverse, empowered environment with an all-embracing culture of safety. For us. For you. That’s our commitment for the future!

At SMIT Amandla Marine you can anticipate world-class training & development, stability and security, proximity to shore and home and working alongside a team of other proud South Africans.

We are currently seeking the services of Marine Engineering Officers to serve on board the vessels that we man and manage on behalf of the Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism and which operate largely out of the Port of Cape Town, South Africa.

SMIT Amandla Marine manages the South African Department of Environmental Affairs & Tourism's fleet of fisheries research, patrol and supply vessels, including the ice strengthened Antarctic Supply Vessel 'S.A. Agulhas'. Pursuing operational and technical efficiency, the company is required to man these vessels with suitably experienced personnel who will add value to the company's ability to manage this fleet effectively on behalf of their Client.
Responsibilities:
• Comply with the safety and environmental policies of the Company and all relevant international and national conventions, codes and legislation.
• Responsible for administration of the Engineering Department, the efficient and economic operation, repair and maintenance of all machinery and associated equipment and the upkeep of the machinery spaces and compartments used for the storage of tools, spare gear, stores, fuel, water and lubricating oil.
• Responsible for the stock of spares and stores and the timeous ordering and delivery of such items so that maintenance schedules are not affected.
• Ensure that a safe, proper and adequately manned engineering watch is maintained at all times. In the case of vessels with unmanned engine rooms, this means that all alarms and warning devices are properly maintained, monitored and acted upon.
• Compile standing instructions covering watchkeeping, safety and maintenance routines and ensure that these are readily available for the reference of his staff and that they fully understand the requirements contained therein. Copies of these instructions must be displayed at appropriate locations.
• Ensure that all the Life Saving appliances and Fire Fighting Appliances are regularly tested and maintained in good condition in accordance with SOLAS requirements. Equipment and spares are to be maintained to statutory requirements.
• Carry out such watchkeeping duties as required by the Chief Engineer (and attend the Engine Room when the engines are on "stand-by").
• Engine room watch keeping subject to the requirements of the Chief Engineer, any Company instructions and in compliance with STCW
• Monitoring of Engineer Cadet training
• Before signing off the vessel, to conduct a safety familiarization induction with his relief before handing over and ensure that the necessary “Essential Safety Familiarization Form SAF.STCW.002” has been signed off.
Requirements:
• Valid STCW95 Certificate of Competency as a Chief Engineer, Second Engineer or Engineering Officer
• Valid certificates for the following STCW’95 approved training courses:
- First Aid at Sea
- Advanced Fire Fighting/Marine Fire Fighting
- Proficiency in Survival Craft
- Personal Safety and Social Responsibility (PSSR)
• Possess a valid medical certificate to proceed to sea, with no restrictions
• Possess a valid passport
• Possess a discharge book/seaman’s record book
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Be able to apply expertise and technology
• Be able to deliver results and meet customer expectations
• Be able to follow instructions and procedures
• Be able to plan and organize
• Be able to prepare and write reports as required
• Be able to make decisions independently and initiative action
Procedure:
If you are interested in this position, but still have questions, please contact:

Janine Dunn, Recruitment Officer – Marine Employees, Tel +27 21 507-5847