Plant and Machinery Trainer South East Temporary up to 12 months Internal only

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

An incredible opportunity waits for someone seeking to advance their career and transition into a role where they can share their experience and technical expertise. This fulfilling position allows you to directly enhance the skillsets of RNLI volunteers and staff to operate and maintain RNLI assets at our lifeboat stations and other RNLI sites throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland. 

Based in the England Southeast region (Southend to Swanage), you'll deliver inspiring training sessions, conduct competence assessments, and ensure our teams stay up to date with the latest advancements in the SAR (Search and Rescue) environment. Travel to other regions and overnight stays are essential. Flexibility to suit volunteer availability forms the working pattern of this role, this may include weekends.

About you 

To succeed in this role, you will require the following skills and expertise:

• Experienced technical background or plant operator, electronic/electrical knowledge an advantage, but not essential
• Thorough understanding of operating machinery, fault diagnosis and repair techniques
• Good knowledge of RNLI lifeboats and associated equipment is desirable, but full training will be given to the right candidate.
• Experience in delivering training, teaching and assessing is desirable, however full training will be provided to the right candidate that has the drive to succeed.
• 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.

In addition to the above you will be passionate about making a difference and have the enthusiasm to succeed. You’ll possess great interpersonal skills, as well as being organised and confident.

Benefits include:

• £34,893 - £41,050 (Dependent on experience)
• Vehicle to carry out your duties
• Flexible working
• 26 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary)
• Life assurance
• Health and dental cash plan

If you would like to discuss this role, please contact James Smyth on 01202 336021.

If you’re ready to help shape the future of lifesaving and want to be part of something truly meaningful as a Plant and Machinery Trainer, we’d love to hear from you, 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.