The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) was founded in 1998 and is a government agency within the country. SAMSA has 3 main objectives, namely: to promote the maritime interests of South Africa; to ensure the safety of property and life at sea, and to reduce and prevent ship pollution to the marine environment.
The Authority is headquartered in Pretoria and has its Maritime Rescue Co-ordination and Response Centre based in Cape Town. They also have offices in Durban, Port Elizabeth, Cape Town, Richards Bay, Mossel Bay, East London, and the Port of Ngqura.
SAMSA’s services include: Fishing Service; Shipping Safety; Small vessel safety; Sea Watch and Response; Seafarer Service; Naval Architecture; Ship Registry; Audit and Accreditation; EPIRB Registration.
ABOUT THE BURSARY PROGRAMME – FIELDS COVERED
SAMSA will be awarding 2 bursary positions to students who have completed a BTech/ BSc Mechanical Engineering degree and intend to study towards an MSc in Naval Architecture.
Once students have graduated, they may be offered permanent employment in Cape Town or Durban.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must satisfy the following minimum entry criteria before applying (please note that failure to satisfy all the requirements will lead to your application not being considered):
- South African citizen
- Between 20 and 35 years old
- Completed Matric
- Completed a BTech/ BSc Mechanical Engineering degree qualification
- Intend on studying towards a MSc in Naval Architecture degree qualification
- *Preference will be given to people with disabilities and those from designated groups
HOW TO APPLY FOR THE BURSARY
Students who meet the above criteria, may apply by submitting clear copies of the following supporting documentation (the submission of these documents is compulsory – if any items are missing, your application be disregarded):
- ID document (certified copy)
- Matric certificate (certified copy)
- Mechanical Engineering degree certificate (certified copy)
- Curriculum Vitae
Applications must be submitted electronically via email to: [email protected]
(Insert the words “SAMSA Bursary Application – Your Full Name” in the email subject line).
CLOSING DATE
15 June.
(Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted – please apply before the closing date to ensure your application is considered.)
CONTACT THE BURSARY PROVIDER
For any queries related to this bursary programme, please contact SAMSA directly:
The South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA)
Head Office
Tel: 012 366 2600
Fax: 012 366 2601
Contact Person: William Nkuna (HR Officer)
Email: [email protected]