Section Leader (Engines)

RNLI; Cowes; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Engine Shop Section Leader to manage workshop operations at their Inshore Lifeboat Centre. This role involves building and repairing marine engines while ensuring the highest technical standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, be highly organized, and have a commitment to health and safety. With a focus on teamwork and continuous improvement, this position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a dedicated organization. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to saving lives at sea, while enjoying a competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Salary £32,708 - £34,000

Performance related pay scheme

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

37-hour 4 day week schedule

Outstanding pension scheme

Life assurance

Health and dental cashplan

Qualifications

• Highly organized individual with leadership experience required.
• Adept at managing workshop operations and advising technicians.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the engine workshop's efficient operation and staff performance.
• Collaborate with other Section Leaders and report on production progress.

Skills

Leadership

Workshop Management

Health and Safety Management

Team Motivation

Education

Relevant Technical Qualifications

Tools

RNLI RADAR system

Job description

About Us

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

Whatever the weather, boats and equipment need to be manufactured, maintained and repaired to the very highest technical standards.

We are currently recruiting for the role of Engine Shop Section Leader at our Inshore Lifeboat Centre (ILC), based on the Isle of Wight. This position is responsible for the efficient running of the engine workshop, building, refitting and repairing a variety of marine outboard engines as well as diesel engines and associated systems in support of the main IB1/D-Class & Atlantic lifeboats and launching vehicles.

Some of the benefits

• Salary £32,708 - £34,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance related pay scheme annually reviewed
• 26 days annual leave (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays
• 37-hour 4 day week schedule
• Outstanding pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cashplan

About The Role

You will be expected to work closely with other Section Leaders involved in the production line and report progress at the relevant production meetings. You will hold responsibility for the performance management of all your allocated staff in the department through the RNLI RADAR system. The ability to motivate a team, manage Health and Safety requirements and constantly improve work practices will be of significant importance.

About You

We will be looking to recruit a highly organised and self-motivated individual with leadership experience, adept at managing workshop operations, advising technicians and maintaining the highest standard of service.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

Diversity at the RNLI

Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable) and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.