Overall Objective
The Marine Pilot is responsible
for safe and efficient navigation of vessels within all Ports and Harbours
under the jurisdiction of the Authority in line with the provisions of
International Conventions, National Legislation, Harbour Regulations, Pilots’
Code of Conduct and set performance targets.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Plan and execute safe and efficient
pilotage operations as per set KPA corporate performance targets.
- Prepare and submit marine billing
information on pilotage to Chief Pilot promptly.
- Inform Masters of all ships calling at
the port of Mombasa and the approaches of all published notices to
Mariners.
- Report faulty Aids to Navigation,
pollution incidents and any anomaly that may endanger safety of navigation
to VTS Station and Chief Pilot.
- Report unseaworthy ships and unsafe
practices onboard ships within KPA jurisdiction to VTS Station and Chief
Pilot.
- Carry out timely and accurate survey of
all waterfront accidents/incidents for the purpose of protecting KPA
interest against any claims.
- Conduct Salvage operations as directed by
the Harbour Master.
- Respond to marine emergencies as per KPA
Emergency Management Plan.
- Enforce Harbour Regulations.
Person Specifications
- Master Mariner Class 1 (unlimited) from
recognized maritime institution.
OR
- At least a Chief Mate (Unlimited)
from a recognized institution with at least 3 years working experience at
management level in the deck department onboard a foreign going ship.
- Bachelor in Nautical Science or its
equivalent from a recognized institution
OR
- At least a Diploma in Nautical
science from a recognized institution with at least 3 years working
experience at management level in the deck department onboard a foreign
going ship.
- Valid Seafarers Medical Certificate as
per STCW 78 Convention as amended.
- Membership to professional bodies in good
standing.
- Fulfil the requirements of Chapter 6 of
the Constitution of Kenya 2010.
Key Competencies
- Knowledge and skills in shipboard
operations including navigation and ship-handling in restricted waters.
- Knowledge of local and international
marine regulations and industry standards.
- Well-developed communication and
interpersonal skills including ability to prepare relevant reports.
- Good analytical & problem
solving/decision making skills.
- Ability to work in multidisciplinary
teams.
- Flexibility and responsiveness in
handling and determining operational issues.
- Ability to maintain professional status
and keep abreast of evolving trends.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
- Leadership skills
- Physical Fitness
Successful candidates will be required to satisfy the
requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 including:
- Certificate of Good Conduct from the
Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Clearance Certificate from the Higher
Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya
Revenue Authority (KRA)
- Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) and
- Report from an Approved Credit Reference
Bureau (CRB)
How To Apply
Email or hard copy applications will not be accepted.
Only those applications submitted through the e-recruitment portal will be
considered. To be considered, your application must be received not later than 10th
April 2024.