Notice of Vacancies

The Mauritius Ports Authority is inviting applications from suitably qualified Mauritian and International candidates who wish to be considered for the under-mentioned positions:

1.	POST	:	PILOT
	Qualification	:	Certificate of Competency as Foreign Going Master class 1 unlimited as per STCW 1978 as amended.
	Experience	:	Proven experience as 1st mate on foreign-going vessels. or Proven Pilotage experience of 5 years
	Salary	:	Negotiable in the range of Rs 54,300- Rs 108,125
	Other Benefits	:	Shift/Sunday allowance, gratuity, and passage benefits *Note*: Foreign Nationals will be eligible to a Disturbance Allowance and Rent Allowance, as per applicable terms and conditions.
			Download Notice of Vacancies Download List of Duties for Pilot Download Application Form
2.	POST	:	SKIPPER
	Qualification		Certificate of Competency as Skipper of Fishing vessel of more than 24 meters in length issued by the Directorate of Shipping or Certificate of Competency (CoC 3) unlimited to serve as deck officer on cargo vessel as per STCW 1978 as amended. OR Certificate of Competency as Tug Master issued by the Directorate of Shipping
	Experience		At least 2 years as a Skipper on a fishing vessel or 2 years as Officer of Watch on cargo vessels engaged in International trade.
	Salary	:	Negotiable in the range of Rs 48,200- Rs 92,975
	Other Benefits	:	Shift/Sunday allowance, gratuity, and passage benefits *Note*: Foreign Nationals will be eligible to a Disturbance Allowance and Rent Allowance, as per applicable terms and conditions.
			Download Notice of Vacancies Download List of Duties for Skipper Download Application Form

3.	POST	:	MARINE ENGINEERING OFFICER
	Qualification	:	CoC (1) Marine Engineer Officer as per STCW 1978, as amended
	Experience	:	At least 3 years’ experience not below the grade of 3rd Engineer on foreign-going vessels
	Salary	:	Negotiable in the range of Rs 48,200- Rs 92,975
	Other Benefits	:	Retention allowance (as determined by the Authority), gratuity and passage benefits *Note*: Foreign Nationals will be eligible to a Disturbance Allowance and Rent Allowance, as per applicable terms and conditions.
	AGE LIMIT	:	Applicants must be 55 years of age or below as at the closing date for submission of applications. This age restriction applies to candidates being considered for appointment under the permanent establishment. The age limit requirement is not applicable to foreign nationals, who shall be engaged on a contractual basis only. Consideration for contractual employment may also be given to local applicants above 55 years of age.
			Download Notice of Vacancies Download List of Duties for Marine Engineering Officer Download Application Form

NOTE:

Applicants should submit their application on the prescribed MPA application form which may be obtained at the Reception Counter of the MPA, Ground Floor, H. Ramnarain Building, Mer Rouge, Port Louis. The duly signed forms should be forwarded to the Ag Director General at the above address.

The Notice of Vacancies and the MPA Application Form as well as other details regarding qualifications, duties, etc are available on the website ofthe Mauritius Ports Authority at www.mauport.com.

The closing date for the submission of applications in respect of the above-mentioned posts is Friday 09 May 2025.

Applicants should attach documentary evidence of qualifications and work experience claimed failing which consideration would not be given to the application.

The onus for the submission of equivalence of qualifications from relevant authorities rests on the applicants.

Only the best qualified candidates will be convened for interview. Late applications will not be considered.

The Mauritius Ports Authority reserves the right to convene the best qualified candidates for the selection exercise and/ or not to proceed with the above vacancies following this advertisement.

26 April 2025