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SOUTH AFRICAN MARITIME SAFETY AUTHORITY (SAMSA)
SHIP SURVEYOR: ENGINE D3
Durban
Job Reference Number: SAMSA-88
Department: Durban
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: Market Related
South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) was established in terms of the SAMSA Act 5 of 1998. The entity’s objectives are ensuring the safety of life and property at sea, preventing and combating pollution of the marine environment by ships and the promotion of South Africa’s maritime interest.
Job 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.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Chief Engineer > 3000kW (no limitation) COC
- STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training
- Maritime/Seagoing experience of 3 years
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPIRIENCE
- STCW Compliant COC - Chief Engineer >3000 kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
- STCW ancillary courses
- Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer (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 willingness to get one at start of employment).
- Preferred Medical Clearance Certificate – obtained from a SAMSA approved medical practitioner.
- Ability to travel as and when required.
- Valid Passport
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Advanced computer skills
- Writing and Reporting skills
- Written and verbal business communication skills
- Planning and organisation skills
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
- Research skills
- Creative thinking
- Conflict Management
CLOSING DATE: 27 November 2026
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Sinobuhle Luvuno at 087 740 8186.
SHIP SURVEYOR: DECK D3.
Durban
Job Reference Number: SAMSA-80
Department: Durban
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) was established in terms of the SAMSA Act 5 of 1998. The entity’s objectives are ensuring the safety of life and property at sea, preventing and combating pollution of the marine environment by ships and the promotion of South Africa’s maritime interest.
Job 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.
Job 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
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Advanced computer skills
- Writing and Reporting skills
- Written and verbal business communication skills
- Planning and organisation skills
- Sound analytical and problem-solving skills
- Research skills
- Creative thinking
- Conflict Management
CLOSING DATE: 27 NOVEMBER 2026
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Sinobuhle Luvuno at 087 740 8186.
SHIP SURVEYOR ENGINE - D3
Elizabeth
Job Reference Number: SAMSA SS-PE
Department: Port Elizabeth
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
SAMSA is looking for Ship Surveyor Engine to ensure vessels, seafarers and maritime service providers are compliant with applicable maritime legislation and relevant maritime Conventions; to give effect to the objectives of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Instruments
Job 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.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Second engineering Officer (STCW III/2), with all academics and max of 6 months valid Sea-service required towards Class 1, all of which must be acquired within 3years.
- Driver’s Licence
- Own Transport (access to car or willing to get one at start of employment)
- Medically Fit (Seafarer Medicals) to proceed to Sea if sea-service is required Travel is compulsory on local and international trips
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- Chief Engineer >3000 KW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
- STCW ancillary courses
- Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer.
- Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role
- Valid Passport.
CLOSING DATE: 27 November 2026
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Male, African Female, Coloured Female and people living with a Disability.
Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful deem your application unsuccessful
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Philani Mntungwa at 041 585 0051
SHIP SURVEYOR ENGINE: D3
Cape Town CBD
Job Reference Number: SAMSACPT SS1
Department: Cape Town
Business Unit:
Industry: Ship Surveyor
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: R817 903,66 - R1 518 964,57
SAMSA is looking for Ship Surveyor Engine to ensure vessels, seafarers and maritime service providers are compliant with applicable maritime legislation and relevant maritime Conventions; to give effect to the objectives of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Instruments.
Job 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.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Second engineering Officer (STCW III/2), with all academics and max of 6 months valid Sea-service required towards Class 1, all of which must be acquired within 3years.
• Driver’s Licence
• Own Transport (access to car or willing to get one at start of employment)
• Medically Fit (Seafarer Medicals) to proceed to Sea if sea-service is required Travel is compulsory on local and international trips
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
• Chief Engineer >3000 KW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses
• Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer.
• Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role
• Valid Passport.
Closing date: 27 November 2026
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Male, Indian Male, AfricanFemale, Coloured Female and people living with disability.
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Sithembile Lupindo at 021 421 6170
SHIP SURVEYOR: ENGINE D3
Saldanha Bay
Job Reference Number: Surveyor CPT
Department: Saldanha Bay
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
To ensure vessels, seafarers and maritime service providers are compliant with applicable maritime legislation and relevant maritime Conventions; to give effect to the objectives of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Instruments
Job 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.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Second engineering Officer (STCW III/2), with all academics and max of 6 months valid Sea-service required towards Class 1, all of which must be acquired within 3years.
- Need to have sailed as 2/E or EOW with minimum of 36 months sea-service on trading ship of 3000kW or more, on unlimited voyages
- Driver’s Licence
- Own Transport (access to car or willing to get one at start of employment)
- Medically Fit (Seafarer Medicals) to proceed to Sea if sea-service is required Travel is compulsory on local and international trips
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- Chief Engineer >3000 KW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
- STCW ancillary courses
- Sailed in rank of Chief Engineer.
- Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role
- Valid Passport.
CLOSING DATE: 27 November 2026
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Male, Indian Male, African Female, Coloured Female and people living with a Disability.
Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful deem your application unsuccessful
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Mr Sithembile Lupindo at 021 421 6170
SHIP SURVEYOR: DECK D3
Cape Town CBD
Job Reference Number: Surveyor: Deck CPT
Department: Cape Town
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 2
Salary: R817 903,66 - R1 518 964,57
SAMSA is looking for Ship Surveyor Deck to ensure vessels, seafarers and maritime service providers are compliant with applicable maritime legislation and relevant maritime Conventions; to give effect to the objectives of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Instruments.
Job 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.
Job Requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Chief Mate STCW II/2 (with all academics and max of 6 months valid Sea-service required towards Class 1, all of which must be acquired within 3years).
- Need to have sailed as Chief Mate or OOW with minimum of 30 months sea-service on trading ship of 1600GT or more, on unlimited voyages.
- Driver’s Licence
- Own Transport (access to car or willing to get one at start of employment)
- Medically Fit (Seafarer Medicals) to proceed to Sea if sea-service is required Travel is compulsory on local and international trips
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
- Master (STCW II/2 – no limitation)
- STCW ancillary courses
- Master will be an added advantage.
- Maritime/Sea going experience for a period of 2-3 years in a management role
- Valid Passport.
CLOSING DATE: 27 November 2026
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Male, Indian Male, African Female and Coloured Female.
Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 1 month of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful deem your application unsuccessful.
SYSTEMS DEVELOPER - C4
Pretoria
Job Reference Number: SAMSA-PTA-2025-024
Department: Information Technology
Business Unit:
Industry: Freight/Shipping/Transport/Import/Export
Job Type: Permanent
Positions Available: 1
Salary: Market Related
To be responsible for design, development, implementation, and maintenance of the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) business applications/systems to enable for efficient service delivery developed in variety of technology platforms and not limited to the following: OpenText-Documentum.
Job Description
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.
Job 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 (OpenText-Documentum)
- SQL
- DevOps
- ITIL
KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
- 5-7 years’ relevanr experience, of which 2 years should be at a supervisory/specialist level as a System eveloper in EMC\OpenText, Adobe LiveCycle Software, Architecture and Development either of the following:
- EMC/ OpenText, xPression, XCP, xPlore
- Document Content Server including BAM
- Adobe LiveCycle Forms and Content / Presenter
- Records Manager
- Java Development
- Web Application Server
- Experience in designing system reporting.
- Knowledge of ITIL Framework.
- Knowledge of POPI Act.
- Knowledge of ERP, Documentum and Microsoft Environments.
- Knowledge of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Methodologies.
- Project Management.
- Knowledge of SQL Queries.
- Knowledge of Helpdesk System.
- Experience in supporting custom systems such as Sage, Microsoft Great Plains, OpenText and related
COMPETENCIES
High levels of competence on the skills below is a requirement:
- Applicable programming/development language skills.
- Project management skills.
- Problem solving skills.
- Presentation skills.
- Communication skills.
- Negotiation skills.
- Experience in designing system reporting.
- Experience in SQL database.
As we are committed to Employment Equity in our employment practices, it is our intention to appoint individuals with the aim of meeting our Equity objectives. Preference will be given to African Males, Coloured Females, and White Females to achieve the objectives of Employment Equity.
CLOSING DATE: 26 NOVEMBER 2026
For any related queries regarding this position, please contact Ms Zanele Zwane at 012 366 2600.
Please note: SAMSA reserves the right not to make an appointment to any advertised position. No late applications will be considered. Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process and all shortlisted candidates will be required to be available for the tests. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date as mentioned above, kindly deem your application unsuccessful.