Assistant Shore Skipper

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a qualified Assistant Shore Skipper to support dockside operations for our client in Gqeberha.

POSITION INFO:
We are looking for a qualified Assistant Shore Skipper to support dockside operations for a fishing company.
Key responsibilities include:

• Docking and Offloading: Assist in planning vessel docking, arrange casual labor for offloading, and ensure trucks are prepared with fuel, tire checks, and roadworthiness.
• Documentation and Compliance: Collect necessary documents from the Skipper, manage goods issued and received vouchers, and ensure crew members have valid medical certificates and required training documents.
• Logistics and Supplies: Load bait as per requisitions, handle goods transport to and from vessels, and ensure crew completeness.
• Crew Management: Organize standby crew, handle absentee crew reporting, and monitor crew document expiry for updates.
• Safety and Audits: Assist with HACCP audits, organize labor for preparation, address audit findings, and support annual survey planning and rectification.
• Vessel Housekeeping: Report housekeeping issues, document repairs to fishing gear, and perform post-offload searches.

Requirements:

1. Willingness to work weekends and after-hours as needed.
2. Valid code 10 (or higher) driver’s license.
3. Strong leadership abilities, with the capability to work under pressure.
4. Forklift license (advantageous but not essential).
5. Own transportation to the workplace.

This role requires an organized, reliable individual with strong leadership skills and a commitment to maintaining operational efficiency and compliance.

 

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