Coxswain - The Lizard Temporary Up To 2 Years

Rnli; Landewednack; Vor Ort; GBP 36.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

26 days’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Life Insurance

Zusammenfassung

The Lizard Lifeboat Station in Cornwall is seeking a Coxswain to lead station operations, ensure the Tamar ALB and equipment are maintained for service, and supervise volunteer crew to RNLI competence standards.

You will bring proven boat handling skills, maritime qualifications such as RYA Yachtmaster, and strong leadership to a demanding sea-going role, with a requirement for a valid driving licence and medical standards.

Qualifikationen

• Experience of fulfilling all elements of an RNLI Coxswain role previously (or demonstrate the ability to develop your skills to the required level in the near future)
• Relevant maritime qualifications to complement your verifiable marine experience (e.g. RYA Yachtmaster)
• Demonstrable boat handling experience
• Sound working knowledge of navigation principles and IRPCS
• Knowledge and experience of the operation, maintenance and repair of marine diesel engines would be desirable, as would the ability and capacity to develop skills in this aspect of the role

Aufgaben

• The Coxswain supports the full range of volunteer roles at the station both seagoing volunteers and others. This role contributes to the operational assurance of the lifeboat station by providing feedback and support to the local and regional operations teams.
• Much of your time will be divided between ensuring the Station, the ALB Tamar lifeboat and associated equipment are maintained ready for service, as well as training and assessing volunteer crew members to the RNLI’s competence standards.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Motivation & people development

Interpersonal skills

Boat handling

Navigation principles

Ausbildung

RYA Yachtmaster certification

Jobbeschreibung

Coxswain - The Lizard temporary up to 2 years

Salary £35853 - £42,181 (dependent on experience) Contract type Temporary: Fixed Term Contract or Secondment Hours Full Time Location The Lizard, Cornwall, England Location description This role is based at The Lizard RNLI Lifeboat Station Ideally you would live within 10 minutes travel of the lifeboat station Interview date To be confirmed Closing Date 15-11-2026 Reference 21041 Documents (please view all documents)

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About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. There is an opportunity for a Coxswain to join our team at The Lizard Lifeboat Station. To be part of this team you’ll be someone whose resilience and leadership skills are as well-developed as your ability to handle a boat in adverse sea conditions.

Some of the benefits

• Salary £35853 - £42,181 (dependent on experience)
• 26 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holiday days)
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life Insurance

Your role

The Coxswain supports the full range of volunteer roles at the station both seagoing volunteers and others. This role contributes to the operational assurance of the lifeboat station by providing feedback and support to the local and regional operations teams. Much of your time will be divided between ensuring the Station, the ALB Tamar lifeboat and associated equipment are maintained ready for service, as well as training and assessing volunteer crew members to the RNLI’s competence standards.

You will need to have experience in the following areas:

• Experience of fulfilling all elements of an RNLI Coxswain role previously (or demonstrate the ability to develop your skills to the required level in the near future)
• Relevant maritime qualifications to complement your verifiable marine experience(e.g. RYA Yachtmaster)
• Demonstrable boat handling experience
• Sound working knowledge of navigation principles and IRPCS
• Knowledge and experience of the operation, maintenance and repair of marine diesel engines would be desirable, as would the ability and capacity to develop skills in this aspect of the role

About you

You’ll have the ability to build effective relationships with volunteers at the lifeboat station, the supporters locally and RNLI staff beyond while acting as an ambassador for the station and the RNLI within the community.

• Excellent leadership qualities
• Ability to motivate and maximise people’s potential
• Sound interpersonal skills

This post requires a valid driving licence.

As this is a sea-going appointment, you will need to satisfy the Institution's medical and eyesight standards.