Marine Deck Technician

The National Water Resources Authority (NWRA) is a statutory organization established by the Water Resources Act of 2013 with a specific function to regulate and manage water resources. Furthermore, the NWRA seeks to ensure the sustainable use of water resources and address the water resources planning, development, and management challenges.

In its effort to sustainably manage water resources, the NWRA seeks to recruit additional members of staff tenable at the Authority. In this regard, NWRA invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced persons to fill the following vacant position:

Job Title: Marine Deck Technician (1 Post)
Department: Kamuzu Barrage
Grade: NW 6
Location: Liwonde
Reporting to: Kamuzu Barrage Manager

Job overview

The Marine Deck Technician will safely command, launch and operate weed-harvesting vessels and coordinate deck-side operations for aquatic weed and debris control, while maintaining vessel readiness, crew safety, boom/barrier systems and reliable operational records.

Duties and responsibilities

• Command, launch and operate weed-harvesting vessels in line with operational targets, plans and standards.
• Launch and maintain weed booms/barriers to contain debris and aquatic weeds in waterways.
• Conduct weed reconnaissance surveys.
• Report and follow up operational emergencies and outstanding defects or permits.
• Diagnose and rectify minor vessel faults to ensure vessels remain in good working condition.
• Record operational events, incidents and occurrences to support trend analysis and informed decision-making.
• Initiate procurement of fuel for operations to avoid stockouts.
• Check the availability and validity of lifesaving equipment.
• Check the availability of first-aid kits.
• Supervise crew members during operations to ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Ensure vessels are clean before and after each operation.
• Perform other deck-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and experience

• Advanced Diploma in Nautical Studies from a recognised institution.
• Class III Certificate of Competency.
• At least six months’ practical experience working with weed-harvesting vessels and associated equipment.
• Demonstrable ability to safely operate and supervise marine deck activities.

How to apply

The NWRA is an equal opportunity employer. Therefore, both male and female persons, who meet the prerequisite qualifications and experience are encouraged to apply. An attractive remuneration package comprising a competitive salary and benefits will be offered to the successful candidates.

Eligible candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their applications, accompanied by an up-to-date and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV), certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates, and the names and contact addresses of three (3) traceable referees.

Applications should be submitted in sealed envelopes clearly marked with the title of the position being applied for and addressed to the address provided below. All applications must be received no later than 30th November 2026.

The Chief Executive Officer,
National Water Resources Authority (NWRA),
TAURUS House,
Private Bag 363,
Lilongwe 3.

Late applications shall not be considered. Only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged and invited for interviews.