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: req
6038

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.

• 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.

• 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 tothe 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.

• 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 (