Dock Master: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management

About the role

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is hiring a Dock Master: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management, based in Kalk Bay. This is a permanent post, paying R338,106 a year. How to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/ Reference number to quote: FIM28/2026 Closing date: 19 October 2026, 16:00. No late applications will be accepted Use the new Z83 form and attach a detailed CV.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and plan the slipping of vessels.
• Analyse the vessel docking plan to assess material and capacity to be used.
• Assign team to build bilge blocks and the wedges for the main slip.
• Ensure safety at the slipway in the water and on land.
• Communicate with divers and dockers in dinghy in the water that the vessel is enroute.
• Apply safety adjustments measures whilst pulling out of the water and secure cradle and vessel on land.
• Ensure continuous alignment and adjustment of bilge blocks while cradle is in motion.
• Side slipping of vessels.
• Pulling vessel/cradle to side slip utilizing high tension steel cables.
• Off-load side slip equipment for safe storage.

Requirements

• Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) /or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
• At least 3 years’ experience as a Docker or relevant.
• Knowledge of dry docking.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998 (Act No. 18 of 1998) and the regulations promulgated thereunder.
• Basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act,1993.
• Skills in general administration, maintenance and equipment and basic finance principles.
• A valid driver’s licence.