Skipper

Manica Group Namibia (Pty) Ltd

About the role

Positions: 1 | Employment: Full time | Posted: 30-10-2026 Primary Purpose:Lead and operate company vessels safely and professionally, ensuring compliant service delivery, crew coordination, operational readiness, and protection of people, cargo, assets, and the marine environment.Key Performance Areas and Key Responsibilities / Key Duties include and is not limited to: • Operate company vessels safely, efficiently, and professionally during all assignments. • Perform engine, machinery, and vessel inspections and complete all required pre-start checks. • Conduct navigation, communication, and safety equipment checks before departure. • Monitor weather conditions and assess risks before and during operations. • Ensure appropriate fendering is in place before manoeuvring alongside vessels or jetties. • Ensure vessels are safely moored with sufficient lines and fendering. • Perform any other lawful and reasonable duties assigned by management that are consistent with the position. • Ensure the safety of life and property at sea in accordance with applicable IMO standards, local maritime legislation, and company procedures. • Conduct safety briefings before departure and ensure passengers and crew understand applicable safety procedures. • Ensure passengers and crew are issued with appropriate life-saving equipment and that crew members wear the required PPE. • Ensure all vessel safety equipment remains serviceable, compliant, and available for immediate use. • Participate in emergency drills and emergency-preparedness activities as required. • Report incidents, accidents, injuries, near misses, vessel damage, equipment failures, safety concerns, spills, and environmental hazards immediately to management. • Complete and submit required operational, maintenance, safety, and incident reports accurately and timeously. • Assist with vessel inspections, surveys, and audits as required. • Operate vessels responsibly to prevent pollution and environmental harm and comply with waste-handling and disposal requirements. • Demonstrate leadership and accountability by integrating the ISO standards to which MGN is certified within your area of responsibility. • Maintain accurate vessel logbooks, fuel records, delivery notes, inspection records, and operational records as required. • Review and submit delivery notes, ensuring all information is accurate and complete. • Use company and client communication platforms to provide timely operational updates. • Use approved company, vessel, navigation, communication, and client systems to maintain accurate operational information and provide timely updates. • Provide guidance, training, and support to deckhands where required. • Maintain professional relationships with clients, agents, vessel crews, contractors, and other stakeholders. • Represent Orca Marine Services professionally and ensure service delivery meets client expectations without compromising safety. • Maintain a professional appearance and comply with company uniform requirements. • Ensure vessels are cleaned, maintained, seaworthy, compliant, and operationally ready at all times. • Maintain vessel fuel levels and record fuel usage accurately. • Inspect onboard equipment, mooring ropes, fendering, cargo, and rigging gear and report defects or damage immediately. • Conduct a visual vessel inspection before leaving the site at close of business. • Monitor vessel condition and report maintenance requirements or operational concerns affecting vessel availability or safety. • Protect company vessels, equipment, and assets through responsible operation and care. • Direct and coordinate deckhands during vessel operations and ensure assigned duties are completed safely and in accordance with company standards and operating procedures. • Promote a proactive safety culture, professionalism, discipline, teamwork, and accountability onboard company vessels. • Ensure crew conduct reflects positively on Orca Marine Services. Company Contact: Address: 2nd Street East, Walvis Bay, Erongo, Namibia Walvis Bay, ER, Namibia Phone: 064-2012038 Website: http://manica.com.na

Requirements

• [Key Requirements:]
• NQF Level 4 qualification (Grade 12/NSSCO).
• 3-5 years vessel-operation experience.
• Under 25 Ton Skipper Ticket (DMA).
• CRAN - VHF Radiotelephone Operator’s Certificate (Excluding GMDSS).
• Basic Safety & Familiarization Certificate.

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