Coxswain - Humber

Job Description

Coxswain - HumberHumber Lifeboat Station, Spurn Point£30,978 - £36,445 (dependent on experience)About usOur 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.The RNLI is looking for a passionate Coxswain at our Humber Lifeboat Station. To be part of this team youll be someone whose resilience and leadership skills are just as strong as an ability to handle a boat in adverse sea conditions.Your RoleThe Coxswain role at Humber is different to any other, this is due to its unique location - Spurn Point. The successful candidate will work as part of a 6 days on, 6 days off rota pattern. During your shift you will live at the station in crew accommodation.As Coxswain your time will be divided between ensuring the Station, lifeboat and associated equipment operate to the highest order, training crewmembers to the RNLIs competence standards.You will aid crew training by, undertaking seagoing exercises, identify ways things can improve and impart your valuable knowledge - so that when an emergency shout does occur, you, your crew and your lifeboat will be absolutely prepared.Ashore you will work alongside the Station Manager to lead the operational management of the station.You will need to have the following qualification RYA Yachtmaster Offshore (Power) or equivalent (Commercially endorsed).About YouYou will need to demonstrate excellent leadership and management qualities with exceptional communication and relationship management skills and have the ability to motivate and maximise peoples potential.You will be confident and very comfortable working in a fast-paced and challenging environment.Equality, Diversity, and inclusion is at the heart of the RNLI. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace with equality of opportunity for everyone and would encourage you to bring your authentic self to the role.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.The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; ensuring the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during therecruitment 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, Republicof Ireland; Garda Vetting).Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for nearly 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 everyone.Closing date for this role is the 27th June 2021So, if youre seeking your next challenge as a Coxswain, please apply via the button shown. This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.Other organisations may call this role Lifeboat Driver, All Weather Lifeboat Driver, RYA Yachtmaster, Maritime Specialist, Lifeboat Captain, or Marine Engineer.