Atlantic 85 Mk4 Lifeboat Trainer Temporary up to 2 years Internal only

Atlantic 85 Mk4 Lifeboat Trainer Temporary up to 2 years Internal only

Salary
Grade E
Vehicle
A vehicle will be made available to carry out your duties
Contract type
Temporary: Fixed Term Contract or Secondment
Hours
Full Time
Additional information
40 hours per week
Location description
This is a homebased role with the expectation to be in Poole 2-3days per week
Interview date
To be confirmed
Closing Date
09-06-2026
Reference
21572
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Internal vacancy

The RNLI actively promotes continuous development within the organisation and is only seeking applications from current RNLI employees and volunteers at this time.  If this position is not filled internally it may be re-advertised openly.  #LI-DNI

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.

We’re looking for an Atlantic 85 MK4 Trainer to join our Training Team to manage the design, delivery, assessment and review of the training implementation of Atlantic 85 Mk4 lifeboat in scope of the project, considering trainers, operational staff (inc technical) and volunteers. Update any policies, procedures and competencies affected by the change and provide support to the project team as Training Subject Matter Expert.

Some of the benefits

  • Salary Grade E
  • Flexible working
  • 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
  • Outstanding pension scheme 
  • Life assurance
  • Health and dental cashplan option

Your role

As an Atlantic 85 MK4 Trainer, you will be tasked with focus on the following areas:

  • Lead the end-to-end development of training, assessments, skills and knowledge required to support the roll out of the Atlantic 85 MK4.
  • Translate operational requirements of the Atlantic 85 MK4 into engaging and effective learning for operational lifeboat crews and staff.
  • Build strong stakeholder relationships with Manufacturers, Operations and Engineering departments and volunteers.
  • Monitor training effectiveness, using feedback and performance data to refine content and delivery methods.
  • Liaise with regional Management teams to plan and co-ordinate the roll out of Atlantic 85 MK4 to the coast, and delivery training where required.

About you

We are seeking an experienced design practitioner with exceptional training delivery skills. Ideally experienced in designing and delivering training in electronic maritime systems, you’ll have a passion for devising engaging training materials and an instinct for understanding what works best for learners. As an excellent communicator, you will effectively manage the requirements of multiple stakeholder groups to deliver against agreed learner outcomes. Dedicated to developing others’ abilities to operate safely in challenging conditions, you will enjoy working in different environments and coaching and training people from a wide variety of backgrounds.

To be considered as the Atlantic 85 Mk4 Trainer you will need to have:

  • A recognised teaching or practical training qualification within a powerboating, motor cruising, or sea survival environment.
  • Be a Passed-out Atlantic 85 helm with a current Seagoing Medical
  • Proven track record in designing and delivering innovative and engaging learning interventions
  • Extensive experience of training and assessment, ideally in a maritime environment
  • Experience in coaching, influencing and mentoring

The role will be mainly based in Poole at the early stages of the project the successful candidate will need to be prepared to work and travel within this area. However frequent and extensive travel across the Uk and Ireland is expected to be a key component of this role.  

So, if you feel you have the right skills and experience for the role, please apply via the button shown

 

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.

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.