Marine Technical Superintendent at South African Maritime Safety Authority

MAIN ACTIVITIES

Technical Management

• Ensure that the assigned vessels are technically operational to meet their stated objectives.
• Ensure that all copies of statutory, SOLAS and equipment certificates (life rafts, compasses, etc) are in date and ready for audit (if required);
• Monitor the technical status of assigned vessels in relation to Class certification and survey requirements;
• Ensure that the vessels are maintained in accordance with Company, Statutory and Classification requirements;
• Maintain good communication with vessel management, as well as internal and external stakeholders;
• Formulate, manage, and control all aspects of vessel technical budgets and operating costs in support of the Operations Manager at MSP.

 General and Business Contribution

• Identify and source technical and operational services that are required for the vessels to meet operational objectives in the most cost effective and economical manner. This is done in conjunction with SAMSA SCM.
• ​Facilitate the specification for the procurement of spares and consumables.
• Perform evaluations for dry-docking / repair quotes as well as selection of shipyards for repair works, ship maintenance etc.
• Plan and attend to vessel dry docking(s), repairs and surveys as and when required and determine the relevant repair specifications for dry docking and maintenance.
• Compile technical reports upon completion of dry docking which shall include summaries of works performed, operational budgets and actual expenditures.
• Supervise contractors’ repair/maintenance solutions on board the vessels; and
• Perform monthly review of logs and processes on board the vessels.

 Classification Society Rules and Regulations

• Take note of the classification rules and meanings of different notations, especially notations that specify limitations on a ship's performance.
• Liaise with the classification society so as to ensure full compliance.
• Monitor and ensure that the vessels are maintained in accordance with Classification rules; and
• Schedule all mandatory surveys in conjunction with the DPA.

 Budgetary Inputs

• Carry out a detailed cost analysis for the prescribed vessels and submit to the Operations Manager at MSP. This should include but not be limited to:
• Crew costs (to be obtained in conjunction with the Crew Manager).
• Estimated maintenance and repair costs.
• Consumables.
• Vessel insurance (to be obtained in conjunction with Legal Manager).
• Bunkers (number of operational days to be obtained from the Operations Manager);
• Cost for scheduled dry docking;
• Ports and Miscellaneous costs;
• Catering and Hospitality (to be obtained in conjunction with the Catering Superintendent); and
• Satellite communication costs (to be obtained in conjunction with the Planned Maintenance Administrator).

 ISM, ISPS, and MLC

• To ensure strict compliance with the ISM, ISPS, and MLC in line with the DPA

 DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Matric
• Bachelor’s degree/ Advance Diploma in Marine Engineering
• Chief Engineer >3000kW (STCW III/2 – no limitation)
• STCW ancillary courses and any other equivalent training.
• 7 years related work experience in the field of expertise.
• Sailed in rank of Second Engineer (seagoing experience)

 DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Knowledge of the ISM Code, ISPS Code and the MLC
• ​Planning of scheduled and unscheduled dry docks.
• Knowledge of the planned maintenance system.
• Knowledge of all relevant statutory rules and regulations (domestic and international).
• Technical problem solving
• Knowledge of budgeting tools
• Working knowledge of PFMA
• Project Management.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word)
• Proficiency or experience in online Planned Maintenance Systems for Vessels.
• Proficiency in technical report writing.
• Good team player with the ability to work and interact at any level
• Able to work independently.
• Be able to work well under pressure.
• Perseverance when dealing with challenging scenarios.
• Carry out duties with integrity.
• Be able to take initiative.
• Professionalism with all stakeholders.
• Develops and inspires others in the carrying out of their duties.​