Vessel Traffic Control Assistant - Transnet NPA

Position Purpose:

To source, extract and document accurate and current port control-related information and to furnish such information to the port community and marine services role players as per needs.

Position outputs:

• Analyze and capture relevant data e.g. arrival/departure times, shifting movements (logbook, VTS Log)
• Gathering and disseminating relevant information
• Answering and screening of telephone calls from port users both internal and external (e.g. ETA’s, ETD’s, Shifting’s, Berths, etc.)
• Process attachment orders
• Administrative support for VTS Office
• Record keeping of all shipping related information
• Co-ordinate emergency Call-outs e.g. pollution, electrical, water, etc. (UNDER INSTRUCTION OF SVTC)
• Provision of telephonic assistance in Marine Resource requirements
• Analyze and update shipping information/reports
• Analyze shipping documents for ISPS compliance
• Arranging supply of fresh water to vessels after normal working hours

Qualifications & Experience:

High School (Grade 12) - with Maths & Science

• Computer literacy
• 6 to 12 month’s marine operations experience

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ROC

• High School (Grade 12) - with Maths & Science
• Computer literacy

NB: All applicants are encouraged to disclose their disability status in their applications and attach letter from medical practitioner stating the nature of their disability.

Competencies:

Integrity

• Attention to detail
• Service orientation
• Team Player
• Passion for Marine

Knowledge required:

• ISPS Code
• Marine Operations
• Marine terminology

Skills Required:

• Good Communication
• Computer skills

• Interpersonal skills
• Office Administrative
• VTS log
• Telephone etiquette
• Customer service
• Organising skills
• Prioritising work
• Analytical
• Judgemental
• Record keeping skills

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