Section Leader

RNLI; Cowes; On-site; GBP 36,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed charity organization in Cowes is searching for a Fabrication/Fitter Section Leader. This position involves managing workshop operations and leading a skilled team in the fabrication of lifeboats. The ideal candidate should have trade experience, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to safety. Competitive salary and excellent benefits, including a 4-day workweek, are offered.

Benefits

Salary circa £36,000

Performance-related pay scheme

26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays

37-hour 4-day workweek

Outstanding pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and dental cash plan

Qualifications

• Relevant trade experience in fabrication or fitting.
• Proven leadership experience in a workshop environment.
• Ability to manage operations and motivate a team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the workshop.
• Manage team performance and report progress.
• Engage in workshop tasks while ensuring safety and standards.

Skills

Workshop management

Team leadership

Technical problem-solving

Health and safety management

Job description

About Us

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is a charity providing a 24-hour lifeboat search and rescue service and a seasonal lifeguard service. Our crews and lifeguards need a dedicated, professional, and talented team behind them.

We ensure boats and equipment are manufactured, maintained, and repaired to the highest standards regardless of weather conditions.

We are currently recruiting for the role of Fabrication/Fitter Section Leader at our Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC) on the Isle of Wight. This role involves managing the workshop's efficient operation, fabrication, and assembly, contributing to the production of new build and refit lifeboats.

Some of the benefits

• Salary circa £36,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance-related pay scheme reviewed annually
• 26 days’ pro-rata annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• 37-hour 4-day workweek schedule
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

About The Role

You will work closely with other Section Leaders involved in the production line, report progress at relevant meetings, and be responsible for the performance management of your team via the RNLI RADAR system. Motivating your team, engaging in practical workshop tasks, managing health and safety, and continuously improving work practices are essential responsibilities.

About You

We seek a highly organized and self-motivated individual with relevant trade and leadership experience. The candidate should be adept at managing workshop operations, supporting technicians with diagnostics, repairs, and technical problem-solving, all while maintaining high service standards.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. Recruitment will include relevant criminal record checks depending on the role's eligibility, such as DBS checks in England & Wales, PVG in Scotland, Access NI in Northern Ireland, Garda Vetting in Ireland, and international vetting processes.

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea for over 200 years, respecting diversity and valuing different backgrounds, skills, and perspectives. We are an inclusive organization and welcome applications from everyone. We seek candidates who share our RNLI values—trustworthy, courageous, selfless, dependable—and our vision: To save Every One.