Pilot Boat Engineer

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Job Description

The Fiji Ports Corporation PTE Limited (FPCL) is a major player in the maritime transporting industries and the operator of commercial port facilities in Fiji.

Responsible for the general maintenance and servicing of the Pilot Boat engines, and the cleanliness and safety of the Pilot Boats. This role reports to the Pilot Boat Master.

Outcomes

Organisational Stakeholders
1. Maintenance and servicing of the Pilot Boat engines conducted in an efficient and timely manner:
Daily operating checks conducted on engines, electrical and electronic equipment on board boats scheduled maintenance carried out on engines  maintenance of the Pilot Boat engines conducted every 100 hours or 3 months with records maintained development and upkeep of the Maintenance Register for engines ensured Maintenance and upkeep of the Pilot Boat ensured at all times daily general clean up of the pilot boats overseen and ensured at all times Surround safety checks conducted before departure of Pilot Boat at all times Efficient berthing and mooring of the Pilot Boat ensured  fixture of the Pilot Boat on to the safety line ensured for boarding and off-boarding
2. Safety checks conducted effectively with required records maintained and updated efficiently:
Safety of pilots and personnel boarding to and from vessel ensured according to the safety checklist provided by the MSAF,OHS and Enforcement Unit. Safety of Port Pilots and other personnel disembarking and embarking the Pilot Boat ensured at all times Daily checks and test of all navigational aids conducted efficiently provide immediate reports on any issues/defects
3. All required departmental operational objectives addressed and completed in a timely and efficient manner:
The log book for every movement recorded and updated Provide Monthly reports provided as required Effective assistance provided to the Pilot Boat Master as and when required
4. Contributions made to the organisation's success proactively:
Deadlines and service level agreements met at all times Any other work-related task assigned by the Management that is within the capacity of the position holder is performed; teamwork is demonstrated Contributions made towards the organization's efficiency and improved productivity within - cost reduction initiatives process/systems improvement initiatives Contributions made towards the organization's profits in line with the scope of the work Modern technology and innovative methods used to achieve results
5. The organisation's image and value standards demonstrated and upheld at all times:
Confidentiality of all communications upheld at all times A professional and amiable relationship maintained with all stakeholders

Responsibilities - Critical Competencies

Competence	Description
Business
Planning	Deliver results by developing, reviewing or following a work plan, action plan or operational plan.
Resource Management	Deliver results through the efficient and effective allocation and use of supplies , equipment and people.
Systems and Procedures	Develop and/or apply procedures to assist the organisation achieve its goals.
Customer
Customer Commitment	Demonstrate a commitment to customer service - both internal and external customers.
Quality Focus	Deliver quality.
Professional
Technical Strength	Demonstrate knowledge of a specialist discipline.
Compliance	Comply with relevant laws and the policies and procedures of the organisation.
Operational
Equipment Operation	Control the operation of specialised equipment, plant or vehicles to satisfy the demands of the assignment.
Maintenance	Monitor and/or maintain equipment, plant or vehicles in sound operating order.
Health and Safety	Establish and maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

Qualification	Discipline	Notes
Preferred
Certificate	Class 5 Engineer.	Valid Certificate of Competency

Work Knowledge and Experience

1. Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
2. Demonstrated knowledge of the ISPS code
3. Proficient in the use of VHF Radio
4. Reasonable proficiency with Microsoft Office and FPCL online reporting systems

Requirements

Language Proficiency
Good interpersonal/communication skills
Successful completion of Level 2 Speaking and Writing Test
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
OHS
First Aid
First Aid at Sea
Fire Fighting
Skills Assessment
Good time management skills
Safety management skills
Outboard Engine Mechanics Speciality

Interactions

Interaction	Comments
Internal
All staff
Operational staff
External
Customers/Clients
Stakeholders

Attributes

Attribute	Definition
Behavioural Styles
Accountable	Assumes full responsibility for own actions and identifies with the success or failure of own part of the overall work/goal.
Integrity	Adherence to moral and ethical principles; soundness of moral character; honesty.
Reliable	Is able to be trusted to do what is expected or has been promised, puts in a great amount of effort believing in the value of work.
Interpersonal Styles
Objective	Impartial and honest in dealings with others, eliminating own feelings and view to reach a balanced judgement.
Self Sufficient and Assured	Readily copes with situations without recourse/need of others, showing confidence and belief in oneself and one's own abilities
Team Oriented	Enjoys being with others as part of a group or team.
Thinking Styles
Conscientious	Demonstrates a sense of right and wrong and a personal obligation to do the right thing.
Initiative	Takes action and makes decisions without the help or advice of other people.
Well organised	Controls tasks in a well thought out and critical manner.

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