Navigational and Engineering Cadet

Sea Harvest
Saldanha, Western Cape
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract Engineering
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Job Description

Sea Harvest is a proudly South African integrated fishing and food processing company, delivering quality seafood and food products to local and international markets. We are committed to sustainability, innovation and the development of our people.

An exciting opportunity exists for unemployed youth who are interested in pursuing a career as a Navigational Officer or Engineering Officerwithin the fishing industry.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW:
We are seeking highly motivated, disciplined, and ambitious unemployed persons to join our fleet as sea-going Cadets. The cadetship is a structured learning programme that combines academic training and practical seamanship which will equip the incumbent to qualify as a Navigational or Engineering Officer.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
•Complete all prescribed academic, practical and onboard training requirements within the stipulated timeframe.
•Develop the technical and practical competencies required of a Deck or Engineering Officer.
•Demonstrate the professional values, skills, and commitment necessary for a career in the maritime and fishing industry.
•Exhibit the standards of conduct and operational competence expected by assigned Officers.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
•Grade 12 with mathematics, physical science and English as subjects OR a NQF Level 4 qualification with mathematics, physical science and English as subjects.
•ND Marine Engineering/Maritime Studies, BTech Marine Engineering/Maritime Studies would be advantageous.
•SAMSA medical certificate confirming fitness to work at sea advantageous.

KEY COMPETENCIES:
•Ability to work at sea for extended periods.
•Ability to study whilst at sea.
•Strong written and verbal communication skills.
•Fluent in the English language, both spoken and written
•Good interpersonal skills.
•Ability to function in a high-pressure environment.
•Ability to work in confined spaces and heights of 2.5m and more.

All candidates must be willing to undergo psychometric testing, a medical exam for food handlers, and a SAMSA medical including audiometry and substance testing, SAMSA Colour and Form Vision Test.

Please submit a detailed CV and supporting documentation.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Interested in this role?

You'll apply on Sea Harvest's own site before 6 December 2026. Put your most relevant experience at the top of your CV first.

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Job details
Job TypeContract
LocationSaldanha, Western Cape
CategoryEngineering
Posted6 November 2026
Closing Date6 December 2026
Sea Harvest
Saldanha, Western Cape

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