Coxswain - Aith Lifeboat Station

Coxswain – Aith Lifeboat Station Salary: £34,253 – £40,298 – (dependent on experience) Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full-Time Location: Aith, Shetland, Scotland Location description: This role is based at Aith Lifeboat Station Interview date Week: commencing 17 February 2024 Closing Date: 03-02-2025 Reference: 18797 About us Our purpose is simple, to save lives at sea. Since the 19th century, our crews have been risking their lives to save those who are in danger of drowning. There is an opportunity for a Coxswain to be part of Aith Lifeboat Station. To be part of this team, you’ll be someone whose resilience and leadership skills are just as strong as an ability to handle a boat in adverse sea conditions. Some of the benefits – Grade E – £34,253 – £40,298 – (dependent on experience) – 26 days’ annual leave (plus Bank Holiday days) – Outstanding pension scheme (contributions of up to 16% of basic salary) – Life Insurance – Health and dental cash plan – Relocation assistance is available Your role The Coxswain role supports the full range of volunteer crew members and role activities at the station. 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, and the Severn Class lifeboat and its associated equipment operate to the highest order, and training and assessment of volunteer crew to the RNLI’s competence standards. You will need to have experience in the following areas: – Experience of fulfilling all elements of a Coxswain role previously, or demonstrate the ability to develop skills to the required level in the near future – Relevant maritime qualifications would complement your verifiable marine experience either mechanically or maritime – Demonstrable boat handling experience – Detailed knowledge of navigation principles and ‘IRPCS’ – Knowledge and experience of the operation, maintenance and repair of marine diesel 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 – Evidence of working in a team environment – Ability to motivate and maximise people’s potential – Sound interpersonal skills So, if you are ready for your next exciting challenge as a Coxswain and if you consider yourself to be someone who is a natural leader who can inspire and motivate a team of dedicated people then, please apply via the button shown. 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