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TRANSNET
CHIEF MARINE ENG OFFICER (RE-ADVERTISED)
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: SLJ, F&B, Tugs, Engineering Crew 1B
Location: Saldanha
Reporting To: Marine Technical Manager
Grade: F
Reference: req5874
The closing date is on 02/11/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
To manage the marine engineering functions of a harbour tug in such a manner as to ensure safe and efficient operation of the plant and auxiliary equipment, the implementation of sound preventative maintenance practises in terms of the planned maintenance schedules, fault diagnosis and on board repairs of equipment and machinery, attend to overhauls of machinery and equipment including planned craft lay ups and un-palnned breakdowns.
Position Outputs
Maintain equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedules to ensure optimum tug availability
Manage on board fault diagnosis and repairs
Manage operation of plant and auxiliary equipment in accordance with sound marine engineering standards and practices
Conduct checks of plant and equipment including operational surveillance whilst craft is underway
Manage periodic lay / overhaul of plant and equipment in conjunction with Marine Technical Manager
Manage and allocate resources including tools, power tools, spares etc.·
Train subordinates, mentorship training of trainee chief engineers
Ensure a safe working environment and the implementation of safe working practices in terms of Company policies and legislative requirements
Ensure that all legislative, regulatory and Company requirements and procedures are complied with in respect of the marine engineering department on board the tug
Attend to unplanned breakdowns
Maintain accurate and complete records of all engine room machinery.
Maintain equipment on tug according to Transnet's Code 29 guideline.
Manage and control Quality Managemental policies and standards.
Inculcating TRANSNET values.
Project management.
Management Information: To provide statistical data, inspections and audits for sound decision-making, elimination of deviations from planned processes, respectively.
Plan, implement and oversee crews' safety
Qualifications and Experience
Valid 2nd Engineer Officer (<3000 kW) CMEO Port Ops Endorsed OR Valid Chief Engineer Officer (Port Operations) Added Advantage Chief Engineer (Unlimited), Project Management Certificate.
Competencies
Competencies Required: Quality management systems. Statutory/regulatory bodies. Environmental management principles. Project management. HOSA, ISO, OHS Act. Marine Operations/Services. Merchant Shipping Act. SAMSA Code, PFMA, PPM, AMPP. Skills required: Leadership. Decision making. Communication. Building relationship. Managing subordinate. Ability to solve practical technical problems. Procedures and work instructions (SHE integrated Management Systems, Quality Management Systems). Knowledge of life saving. Equipment/appliances. Safety techniques/equipment. Record-keeping. Emergency and evacuation procedures. Marine plant, machinery and equipment. Watch-keeping procedures. Marine environment. Housekeeping.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
Disclaimer
If you have not heard from Transnet within 90 days, please consider your application as unsuccessful.
Transnet, its employees or representatives never ask for a fee from job seekers. Any such requests are fraudulent. Please report any suspicious activities in this regard to the Transnet anti-fraud line on 0800 003 056 or email reportit@ethicshelpdesk.com.
WORK INTEGRATED TECHNICAL LEARNER: DIESEL MECHANIC (RICHARDS BAY & CAPE TOWN)
Operating Division: Transnet Port Terminals
Employee Group: Trainee
Department: TAFOLDRS & FUNC YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
Location: Various Locations
Reporting To: Specialist: Youth Development
Grade: WITL
Reference: req6014
The closing date is on 04/11/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
The Artisan In Training Programme aims to provide recently qualified apprentices ( with a red seal) with practical work experience, allowing them to apply their academic and vocational or practical knowledge in a real-world environment. This Programme is designed to enhance participants' employability by offering hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific tasks. The Artisan In Training Programme is conducted over a period of 24 months.
Position Outputs
The Artisan In Training Programme aims to provide recently qualified apprentices ( with a red seal) with practical work experience, allowing them to apply their academic and vocational or practical knowledge in a real-world environment. This Programme is designed to enhance participants' employability by offering hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to industry-specific tasks. The Artisan In Training Programme is conducted over a period of 24 months.
Qualifications and Experience
•Diesel mechanic Trade Test Certificate • Trade assessed within the past 4 years • Ages between 18 and 35 • Less than 1-year work experience • Must be a South African Citizen
Competencies
Beginner: Basic understanding of tools and safety procedures. Intermediate: Ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision. Advanced: Expert-level skills, capable of supervising and training others.
Equity Statement
Preference will be given to suitably qualified Applicants who are members of the designated groups in line with the Employment Equity Plan and Targets of the Organisation/Operating Division.
