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 Your role There aren’t many jobs that combine the excitement and the thrill of working with volunteer lifeboat crews, with the satisfaction of knowing that you’ve helped to save lives. This is a vital role in carrying out and maintaining the lifeboat training fleet, along with acting as Mechanic during our training courses. Without the boats and other training equipment, the RNLI Trainers can’t perform their job, which is where the Training Technician (Mechanic) steps in to save the day. Ensuring that the training fleet is maintained in tip top condition is your primary role. Repairing any emergent defects quickly and efficiently to ensure the availability of the equipment. Some of the benefits Salary £30,631 - £36,037 (Dependent on experience) 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 About you As well as the onshore maintenance role, you will act as Mechanic on the training vessels when the courses are using the boats at sea. You must be at least an operator level as a Mechanic on a current ALB. This face to face contact with the volunteers and staff on training courses presents many opportunities to learn, develop and enhance your life-boating skills. Your maritime engineering background will provide you with a thorough understanding of operating machinery on a range of craft, a detailed understanding of safety at sea as well as knowledge of repairing small craft. Please view the below video for more information about the role: https://www.youtube.com/watch?viMastPsKrdM 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.