ASSISTANT FERRY MASTER (8)
| Posted On | 25 November 2025 |
|---|---|
| Job ID # | KPA7 |
| Application Deadline | 20 December 2025 |
Job Specifications
i. Overall command of the vessel and in charge of the crew onboard.
ii. Safety of crew, passengers, and cargo onboard during carriage and vessel while underway, anchorage and
secured at the ramp.
iii. Observing Navigation safety.
iv. Attending to maritime distress calls within reach.
v. Ascertaining the soundness of the ferry through pre sea checks before putting into service.
vi. Steering vessel during berthing/un-berthing or mooring/unmooring.
vii. Updating ships logbook and Maintaining Radio watch.
viii. Disseminating directions and instructions during emergencies.
ix. Disseminating relevant safety information, instructions and guidelines to ferry users onboard through the Public
Address System.
x. Conducting familiarization on vessel operations and equipment to new crew.
xi. Attending emergencies as the lead person and conducting periodic emergency drills.
xii. Ensuring cleanliness of the vessel and preservation of marine environment.
xiii. In charge of ferry bunkering operations and Observing vessel traffic on the channel.
xiv. Coordinating ferry movement with other operators as team players in enhancing smooth traffic flow.
Person Specifications
i. KCSE Certificate or its equivalent.
ii. Diploma in Nautical Studies or related field from a recognized University.
iii. Minimum four (4) years relevant working experience.
iv. Master Port Operation Certificate of Competency.
v. Certificate of Competency (COC) Master Mariner is an added advantage.
vi. Certificate in Customer relations training as added advantage.
vii. Certificate in Safety training.
viii. Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS) Radio Certificate.
ix. Valid Medical certificate as prescribed by the Regulatory Agency (KMA).
x. Relevant Standard Training for Certification and Watch keeping (STCW).
xi. Fulfilling the requirements of chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya
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