Second Engineer – Port Operations

Second Engineer – Port Operations

Operating Division:Transnet NPA

Employee Group:Permanent

Department:PTH, F&B, Tugs, Engineering Crew

Location:Port Elizabeth

Reporting To:Marine Technical Manager

Grade:I1X

Reference:req6038

The closing date is on 22/10/2026. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that HR has received the application before the closing date of the advertisement.

Position Purpose
• Forms part of the engine room management team of the harbour craft as second engineer under the direction of the Chief Engineer Officer.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of plant, equipment and machinery, including operational watchkeeping duties, performance or routine and unplanned maintenance in order to ensure a safe and efficient craft service to clients.
• To safeguard Company Assets as per legislative requirements i.t.o. the Merchant Shipping Act.
• Maintain and operate all machinery and equipment aboard crafts.
• Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of all machinery and engineering function.

Position Outputs
• Carry out independent watchkeeping duties in the engine room.
• Assist with ensuring the correct operation and running of machinery in the engine room.
• Carry out tasks and functions as directed by the Chief Engineer.
• Carry out routine visual inspection of machinery and equipment as required.
• Take necessary readings and soundings as required.
• Record the results of all readings, soundings and inspections as required in the relevant logbook.
• Report any anomalies discovered on machinery and equipment to
the Chief Engineer.
• Ensure liquid and pressure levels are correct in all Machinery.
• Top-up liquid levels in machinery as required.
• Monitor running machinery as required.
• Assist with the Safe and efficient operation of Machinery.
• Prepare main propulsion machinery for start-up.
• Start up and maintain efficient operation of generators/alternators as directed.
• Assist with emergency shutdowns as required.
• Maintain and repair equipment as required.
• Repair and maintain equipment as required.
• Disassemble equipment and machinery.
• Reassemble equipment and machinery.
• Replace defective items on machinery and equipment.
• Testing of equipment and machinery as required.
• Maintain cleanliness in area of responsibility.
• Ensure all waste is cleaned out of the engine room.
• Ensure all equipment and materials are cleaned and properly stowed away after use.
• Ensure all machinery is cleaned properly.
• Ensure engine room is properly clean and wiped down.
• Ensure all spillages are properly cleaned up.
• Train AB Deck and Engine room as and when required.

Qualifications and Experience
• Certificate of competency as Second Engineer(Port Operations).

OR
• Motorman HG issued in terms of the Merchant Shipping Act.

OR
• Officer in Charge of Engineering Watch.

OR
• Designated Duty Engineer.

OR
• Chief Eng. Officer (<1500 kW Port Operations). # And Valid Ancillary Courses: # Medical First Aid # Personal Survival Technique # Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats # Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting # Personal Safety & Social Responsibility Competencies Competencies Required: Knowledge required: • Risk & occupational safety • Quality management systems • Statutory/regulatory bodies • Environmental management principles • NOSA, ISO, OHS Act • Marine Operations/Services • Merchant Shipping Act- • SAMSA port marine operations related legislation. Skills Required: • Leadership • Decision making • Communication • Building relationship • Managing subordinate • Ability to solve practical technical problems. • Procedures and work instructions (SHE integrated Management System, Quality Management System) • 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 Apply nowShare Save Job