govposts Circular 36 of 2026 · 385 new this week · 620 open Circular 36 · 620 open

Jobs · Western Cape · Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment

Dock Master: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management

Closing dateToday is Sat 17 Oct · SAST

Closes Monday 19 October 2026 at 16:00

The circular is the only authoritative source. Open the PDF at page 29

Free to use · independent of the DPSA · applications go to the department, never to us

AI summary — always check the official circular

Dock Master to manage vessel slipping and docking operations at Kalk Bay fishing harbour. Requires Grade 12, three years' docker experience, and knowledge of marine regulations.

  • Plan and oversee vessel slipping operations, including analysing docking plans and assessing material and capacity needs.
  • Assign teams to build bilge blocks and wedges, manage side slipping of vessels, and ensure proper cradle alignment during movement.
  • Supervise safety at the slipway on water and land, communicate with divers and dockers, and apply safety measures when pulling vessels from water.
  • Must have Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) or appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
  • Minimum three years' experience as a Docker; knowledge of dry docking and the Marine Living Resources Act required.
  • Must have valid driver's licence and basic understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
  • Based at Kalk Bay. Contact Mr. S Ebrahim at (082) 782 7014 or SEBrahim@dffe.gov.za for enquiries.

Generated by claude-haiku-4-5-20251001 from the text below; it may be wrong or incomplete. Original wording, page 29

Requirements

  • Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) /or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate.
  • Must have a minimum of three (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.

Duties

  • 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.

How to apply

All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/

New to the Z83 form? Read the application guide.

Enquiries

Mr. S Ebrahim at (082) 782 7014, Email SEBrahim@dffe.gov.za

Notes from the department

  • Application must be submitted on a New signed Z83 form obtainable from any Public Service Department accompanied by a recent detailed Curriculum Vitae only, to be considered.
  • All attachments for online application must include an application form Z83 and CV only, in PDF and as one (1) document or attachment, indicate the correct job title and the reference number of the post on the subject line of your email.
  • Use the correct email address associated with the post.
  • JPEG (picture/snapshot) application will not be accepted.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview.
  • It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA).
  • The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.
  • Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan.
  • Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
  • Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only.
  • Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to:
  • Criminal records;
  • Citizenship status;
  • Credit worthiness;
  • Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification.
  • Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience.
  • Entry-level requirements for SMS posts:
  • In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment.
  • The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.
  • Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course.
  • All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments.
  • One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.
  • Following the interview and the technical exercise of all SMS posts, the Selection Panel will recommend candidates to attend a generic managerial competency assessment in compliance with the DPSA Directive on the implementation of competency-based assessments.
  • Persons appointed will be subjected to a security clearance, the signing of performance agreement and employment contract.
  • The Department reserves the right not to make an appointment.
  • If you have not been contacted within three 3 months after the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
  • By submitting the employment application form, you agree and consent in terms of Section 11(1) of the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), 2013 (Act 4 of 2013), for your personal information which you provide to the DFFE to being processed by the department and its employees, agents, Cabinet committees, and subcontractors for recruitment purposes, in accordance with the POPIA of 2013.

As printed in Circular 35 of 2026 · page 29 · open the PDF

POST 35/41: DOCK MASTER: PROCLAIMED FISHING HARBOURS MANAGEMENT REF NO: FIM28/2026
SALARY: R338 106 per annum
CENTRE: Kalk Bay
REQUIREMENTS: Grade 12 Certificate (NQF 4) /or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate. Must have a minimum of three (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.
DUTIES: 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.
ENQUIRIES: Mr. S Ebrahim at (082) 782 7014, Email SEBrahim@dffe.gov.za

Related posts

Same department

  1. Assistant Director: Contract Administration

    Closes Mon 19 Oct 16:00

    R487 197 per annum

    Cape Town Ref CFO-CT17/2026 Circular 35 p. 25

  2. Artisan Foreman Grade A: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management

    Closes Mon 19 Oct 16:00

    R397 329 per annum OSD

    Cape Town (Paarden Eiland) Ref FIM27/2026 Circular 35 p. 28

  3. Deputy Director: Cabinet and Cluster Coordination

    Closes Mon 19 Oct 16:00

    R932 292 per annum

    Pretoria Ref ODG07/2026 Circular 35 p. 23

Same province

  1. Administrative Officer: Operating Licence and Permits (Processing)

    Closes Mon 19 Oct

    Western Cape Social Development

    R338 106 – R398 277 per annum Level 7

    Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government Ref WCMD 38/2026 Circular 35 p. 255

  2. Community Development Worker: Region a (Bonteheuwel)

    Closes Mon 19 Oct

    Western Cape Local Government

    R280 278 – R330 162 per annum Level 6

    Department of Local Government, Western Cape Government Ref LG 39/2026 Circular 35 p. 214

  3. Road Safety Officer: West Coast

    Closes Mon 19 Oct

    Western Cape Social Development

    R338 106 – R398 277 per annum Level 7

    Western Cape Mobility Department, Western Cape Government. Ref WCMD 47/2026 Circular 35 p. 258

New posts like this by email

The circular comes out every Friday. An alert emails you the posts that match this one on the day they appear, and nothing else. Or follow the WhatsApp channel for each week's circular.

Set up an alertFollow on WhatsApp

WhatsAppHow to apply