DFFE Docker Jobs 2026 – X4 Posts

Docker Jobs, Dpsa - Circular
western cape
October 2, 2026
Permanent

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    October 2, 2026
  • Location
    western cape
  • Expiration date
    October 19, 2026
  • Experience
    Fresh
  • Gender
    Both
  • Qualification
    Certificate
  • Career Level
    Others

Job Description

The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) is inviting suitably qualified candidates to apply for 4 Docker: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management positions.

The positions are available in Saldanha Bay, Lamberts Bay and Stilbaai and offer a salary of R237 453 per annum.

Applicants need Grade 12 (NQF Level 4) or an appropriate Trade Test Certificate and a minimum of one year of experience as a handyman or relevant experience.

DFFE Docker Job Details

Job Details Information
Department Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
Position Docker: Proclaimed Fishing Harbours Management
Post Number POST 35/44
Reference Number FIM29/2026
Number of Posts X4
Salary R237 453 per annum
Minimum Qualification Grade 12 / NQF Level 4 or Appropriate Trade Test Certificate
Experience Minimum 1 year

Locations and Number of Posts

Location Posts
Saldanha Bay X2
Lamberts Bay X1
Stilbaai X1
Total X4

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must have:

  • Grade 12 Certificate – NQF Level 4
  • Or an appropriate Trade Test Certificate
  • Minimum 1 year of experience as a handyman or relevant experience
  • Knowledge of the Marine Living Resources Act, 1998 (Act No. 18 of 1998) and applicable regulations
  • Basic understanding of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993
  • Knowledge of dry docking
  • General cleaning skills
  • Maintenance skills
  • Equipment-handling skills

Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidates will:

  • Conduct vessel slipping.
  • Build bilge blocks and wedges for the main slip.
  • Ensure continuous alignment and adjustment of bilge blocks while the cradle is in motion.
  • Adhere to applicable safety measures and requirements.
  • Operate slipway machinery and equipment.
  • Operate power tools in the workshop in preparation for slipping.
  • Report dysfunctional equipment.
  • Perform slipway maintenance.
  • Paint slipway infrastructure.
  • Replace worn wood on slip beams.
  • Clean the slip and storage areas.
  • Perform administrative duties.
  • Participate in emergency operations.
  • Respond to emergency calls.
  • Perform gate duties when required.

Knowledge and Skills

Candidates should have knowledge or skills relating to:

  • Vessel slipping
  • Dry docking
  • General maintenance
  • General cleaning
  • Equipment handling
  • Workshop power tools
  • Slipway machinery
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Marine Living Resources Act

Enquiries

Mr N Kwinda
Tel: (082) 783 0171
Email: NKwinda@dffe.gov.za

COMPLETE JOB APPLICATION

Mr M Gunya
Tel: (082) 782 8697
Email: MGunya@dffe.gov.za

Ms A Mapholi
Tel: (082) 782 8018
Email: AMapholi@dffe.gov.za

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