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TRANSNET
PILOT
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: RCB, Nautical Services
Location: Richards Bay
Reporting To: Deputy Harbour Master
Grade: F
Reference: req6146
The closing date is on . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Candidate to hold a Pilot License from any South African Port.
A pilot’s primary duty is to use his skill and knowledge to protect the ship from collision,
grounding and other hazard by providing accurate and timely navigational advice to the vessel master. Where so approved by the master, the pilot may be required to safely conduct the navigation and manoeuvring of the vessel whilst in pilotage waters The pilot is further responsible; • For the manoeuvring of the vessel within port limits having due regard for safety of the vessel, its crew and the environment. • Is also there to ensure the safe and efficient docking / undocking and shifting of vessels within port limit. • Must recognise that the observance of good seamanship dictates that operational contingency plans be available at all times • Provide the master with an efficient service by sharing with them his professional ship handling ship skills and his local knowledge.
Position Outputs
Jobs per pilot ( Ratio to actual shipping)
Strive for zero delays
Incident/Accident record keeping
Attendance to meetings
Willingness to work after hours
Asset management & efficient use of tugs
Completion of reports
Monthly safety meetings
Implementation of OSHAS
Iso. 9001 and 14001 Compliant
Provide customer satisfaction
Conducting and completing Job observations
Qualifications and Experience
• Qualified Pilot with license from any South African port. - STCW Class 3 certification or equivalent. • Minimum 12 months of sea-going experience on foreign vessels. • 12 months of experience as a Tug Boat Master. • Master Port Operations certification.
Competencies
Knowledge required: • Shift systems and scheduling • Applicable legislation • Risk and occupational safety • Quality management systems • Statutory/regulatory bodies • Business performance principles • Corporate governance • Operational and business planning • NOSA, ISO, OHS Act • Marine Operations/Services • Merchant Shipping Act, MARPOL,IMDG code •SAMSA port marine operations related legislation • Skills Required: • Integrity • Tolerance of ambiguity • Change oriented • Appreciation of diversity • Attention to detail • Business acumen • Change orientation • Appreciation for diversity • Service orientation • Outputs and results driven • Team builder/Player Safety oriented
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
MASTER INSTALLATION ELECTRICIAN X 2
Operating Division: Transnet Pipelines
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: OPS & TEC, M&W, Electrical, LAY
Location: Ladysmith
Reporting To: Electrical Supervisor
Grade: H3
Reference: req6130
The closing date is on 09/11/2026. 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 Master Installation Electrician is a person who has been registered as a Master Installation Electrician in terms of regulation 9 and who has been approved by the Chief Inspector for the verification and certification of the construction, testing and inspection of any electrical installation for efficient and effective custody, transfer and transport of petroleum products in liaison with Operations, Instrumentation and Mechanical departments in Transnet Pipelines.
The Master Installation Electrician is responsible for electrical scheduling, inspection and to ensure safe working conditions.
Position Outputs
1) Managing of COC’s (Certificate of compliance) a. Undertake periodic inspections and issuing COC’s as per National Codes and OSH Act b. Conduct 2Y compulsory OHSact Hazardous area equipment inspections. c. Maintain depot COC’s and compliance of Electrical Equipment housed in Hazardous areas. 2) Give guidance and oversee Electrical Installation 3) Control the integrity of Equipment •Ensure the correct application of the correct Electrical equipment in the Plant/operations. 4) PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE • To perform preventative maintenance tasks on electrical equipment by detecting, repairing and reporting minor defects as well as reporting major defects thereby ensuring reliable equipment for the continuous operation of the pipeline e.g. 220V-3.3 Kv motors, control gear and trip protection equipment e.g Actuators.
5) DEFECT REPAIR • Identify, analyse and repair defects on installed (live) equipment. Repair specific installed (live) equipment by performing diagnostic tests to identify defects and effect repairs. Reading and understanding schematics and reports are essential e.g. Mainline motor starter and trip protection, 380V panel starters and trip protection. 6) BONDING • Witness and install 7) REMOVE AND REPLACE INSTALLED (LIVE) EQUIPMENT •Removal and replacement of specific equipment by planning the complete installation, isolation and removal of the equipment as well as preparing and installing the replacement, energising and testing the operations of the equipment e.g. Main motors, Actuators, lights, cranes, enclosures, isolators and stop/start stations.
8) REFURBISHMENT AND MODIFICATION ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT Refurbishing equipment by disassembling the equipment, replacing defective parts, reassembling and testing the equipment to the manufacturers specification e.g. • Starters • Actuators • Certify all refurbished Equipment. 9) HIGH VOLTAGE EQUIPMENT Obtaining authorisation and undertaking switching (A-Brown) and earthing on high voltage switchgear and equipment up to 132KV, issuing of work and test permits as well as undertaking maintenance of the above equipment. Also supervise unathorised personnel in substations and HT yards Work to a clearance of live high voltage equipment as per electrical HIGH VOLTAGE instructions. 10) SAFETY • Attend Meetings • Do Safety Inspections • Use of safety equipment • Ensure compliance of Equipment for flameproof safety and standards • Assist with Job Observations and Supervision of personnel.
11) ADMIN The effective control of administration duties which includes: - • Reports (defect, inspection) • Obtain and cancel hot work permits (Electrical) • Job cards • Operate SAP Modules (MM & IM) • Maintain records, registers and COC’s as per applicable legislation • Assist with internal electrical audits. • Assist with Acting as an Electrical Supervisor as and when required.
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Requirements: Trade Test Electrical (3 years) with 3 years Technical/Electrical on the Job experience. Must have adequate knowledge of all electrical equipment on Transnet Pipelines to be able to function on his/her own. The following courses must be passed with practical on the job experience during the three years’ experience in Transnet Pipelines. Obtain qualification and accreditation to qualify for a Master Installation Electrician Register at the Department of Labour as a Master Installation Electrician and complete 2 years on the Job Training and exposure and obtain final Accreditation. Computer literate SAP Course in Plant Maintenance (MM & IM Modules). Purchasing and Inventory, Word Excel, etc. High Voltage safety instructions (A-Brown) Thereafter a person has to get practical experience (training) on depots in the region until passed out. He/she has to attend a refresher course every two years and get tested and recertified every two years. NOSA (Safety) course Fire Fighting Oil spill course First Aid Level 2 Rotork actuator course on A-Range, IQT and IQ-Range Electrical motor course Transformer (HT) course Working in confined spaces Crossings and Cathodic Protection course ( Basic course) Theory: Operations Course: Thereafter a person has to get practical experience (training) on the depot where based until passes out on depot/manifold(s) Knowledge of testing instruments i.e. Megger, Thumper etc Code 8 driver’s license, Wireman’s license, Explosion Protection for Plant Maintenance Technicians(electrical and instrumentation)
Competencies
Computer Literate. SAP_PM Literacy. Knowledge of applicable tools and equipment. Knowledge of Code of Practice 29. Leadership skills. Communication skills. Ability to work as a team member. Problem solving. – Root cause analysis Interpersonal skills. Basic knowledge and application of OHS Act.
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.
CHIEF FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR
Operating Division: Transnet NPA
Employee Group: Permanent
Department: HO, NGQ, CHM, Aviation
Location: Durban
Reporting To: Senior Manager - Aviation
Grade: AS5
Reference: req6120
The closing date is on 09/11/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.
Position Purpose
Manage and co-ordinate all training for Marine Pilot Service.
• To ensure compliance with the SACAA regulations, the Transnet SOC LTD Training and Procedures manual as well as the Rotorcraft Flight Manual at all times when undertaking his/her duties as flight crew and/or helicopter instructor at all times.
• To ensure that he/she maintains a high standard and level of safety, to carry oneself in a disciplined and orderly manner as well as to maintain neat appearance at all times.
• Application of the Civil Aviation regulations as well as the National Ports Act No. 12 of 2005.
• Ensure uninterrupted operation of TNPA helicopter service to deliver high quality service and enhance port efficiency.
• The Commander of the aircraft for both Day and Night operations depending on line position.
• Ultimately responsible for the safety of the crew and passengers on board the aircraft as per SACAA CARs 91.02.7 and 91.02.8.
• To manage day time and night time flight crew during day and night operations in accordance with the SACAA regulations and TNPA SOP’s.
• Flight planning, preparation of aircraft to conduct day and night flights for the marine pilot service and Port related functions in accordance with TNPA requirements, standard operating procedures and policies.
• Undertake experiential training to meet the standards set by national and international aviation
Position Outputs
Due to the increased risk levels associated with helicopter training, the Chief Flying Instructor (CFI) must display advanced skill levels regarding flying and ability and judgmental capabilities.
In addition to the Instruction and training, the CFI will fulfil their responsibilities as Day and Night line Captains. The CFI is responsible for any accident or incident on the operation under Part 127 (Commercial air transport and general aviation operations for Helicopters under the AOC (Air Operator Certificate) and under Part 141 (Aviation Training Organization.
Marine pilot transfers and advanced training are extremely hazardous and the CFI must possess the ability to safely control all situations as they develop. The CFI is responsible for all training associated within the operation and is responsible in his personal capacity.
To assess Helicopter Line Instructors, Night Captains, Day captains, Day Co-Pilots, Night co-pilot and Cadets proficiency every 6 months for the operation.
Conduct all training in accordance with the SACAA regulations, the Transnet SOC LTD. Training and Procedures manual as well as the POH for that aircraft.
Keep orderly records of all training carried out.
Liaises with Accountable manager, Flight Operations, Chief Pilot, Safety and Quality Officer and Engineering to ensure that all flight crew comply with the respective requirements.
Responsible for advising Accountable manager, Flight Operations and Chief Pilot of procedures that contribute to a safer and more economical and efficient operation of the aircraft.
Compile and issue competency certificate on successful completion of training.
To conduct Operator proficiency checks, pilot proficiency checks and line checks in accordance to SOP on all pilots and Helicopter Line Instructors.
To assess Instrument flying capabilities on all pilots on the operation.
To conduct re-currency, difference and finalization training on the aircraft for the pilots on the Marine Pilot Service.
To conduct type ratings on the aircraft.
Will be required to perform duties assigned to him/her by the Accountable Manager.
Ensure that he/she has done an adequate pre-flight inspection and has overseen re-fueling procedures even though the student may have done so.
Ensure that all problems experienced by students and/or non-performance of students are brought to the attention of the Accountable manager.
Ensure that the correct documentation is in place before each and every flight including personnel licenses, certificates as well as the relevant aircraft documentation.
Maintain due diligence to ensure the safety of all operational and instructional flights and discuss all issues which may affect the safety of the operation with the Accountable Manager and/or the Aviation Safety Manager.
Ensure the morale of the personnel and/or students is maintained.
Ensure compliance with Flight and Duty requirements and Instruction times.
Plan daily flight missions in accordance with marine traffic demands and Port Control directives.
Prepare aircraft resources and loading schedule for marine pilot transfer and Port related functions
Pre-flight checks and safety briefings to ensure compliance with stringent safety requirements.
Transfer of marine pilots safely to vessels as they call and depart from the shores of the South African Port system.
Compliance with SAMSA and the National Ports Act No. 12 of 2005.
Evacuation of accident victims and persons in distress.
Conduct port related flights in accordance with TNPA and customer requirements.
Determination of flight routes (flight planning) in accordance with approved aeronautical requirements and charts.
Liaison with Port Control and Air Traffic Navigation Services.
Recording of take-off and landing times to fulfil scheduling requirements
Customer satisfaction performance.
Logging of operational flight times and determination of mission efficiencies.
Assisting in delivering a 24-hour seamless operation to enhance port productivity in line with TNPA business objectives and customer demands.
Contribution to business reputational enhancement by minimizing incident and accident occurrences within the Port system, by adherence to the strictest safety requirements.
Prompt responses to Port control directives to enhance ship turn-around times.
Ensure that all incidents/hazards are properly notified to the appropriate Demands and Port Control directives.
Prepare aircraft resources and loading schedule for marine pilot transfer and Port related functions.
Plan daytime and night-time flight missions in accordance marine traffic.
Ensure compliance with South African Civil Aviation Regulations.
Ensure customer satisfaction and performance.
Ensure prompt responses to Port control directives to enhance ship turn-around times.
Training and development of Day Captains, Night Captains, Day Co-pilots, Night Co-pilots, Cadet Pilots and related functional personnel.
Receive daily operational reports from the Day and Night Captains.
Conduct Line Proficiency Checks on Day Captains, Co-Pilots and Cadet Pilots.
Qualifications and Experience
Qualifications & Experience: Hold a current CPL-H or ATPL-H Minimum of a grade 2 instructor rating on helicopters. Instrument rating. 2000 hours total flight time. 500 hours on turbine helicopters 250 hours on multi-engine helicopters. Minimum of 5 years’ experience. Winch rating on helicopters will be an advantage. Operational knowledge of the functions of TNPA marine pilot services will be advantageous.
Competencies
Competencies Required: Decision making Multi-tasking Communication Team work Knowledge required: Aviation rules and safety guidelines Helicopter operation procedures & systems Public safety & security Transportations systems & procedures Port rules Customer & personal service English language proficiency Radio telephony proficiency Mathematical applications Computers & electronics Navigation data processing Flight planning & execution Part 141 (Aviation Training Organisations) Skills Required: Good communication Time management Judgement & decision making Operational control Crew resource management (CRM) Active listening Assertiveness Accuracy Diversity management.
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
