Regional Technician
Posted 3 days ago by RNLI
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Poole, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The Regional Technician role at the RNLI involves maintaining, repairing, and installing lifeboat and lifeguard equipment across designated stations in the South East Region. This temporary position requires conducting inspections, managing inventory, and providing technical support. The technician will play a crucial role in ensuring the operational readiness of lifesaving equipment. Strong technical skills and the ability to work independently are essential for success in this role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and installations of lifeboat and lifeguard equipment.
- Conduct regular inspections of equipment and facilities at designated lifeboat stations and support centres.
- Manage inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Provide technical support as needed.
Key Skills:
- Experience in maintenance, repairs, and installations of equipment.
- Technical skills in electronics, mechanics, and engineering.
- Ability to work efficiently and independently.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
- Previous experience in maritime or emergency services is a plus.
- Relevant certifications or training in technical fields.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Poole
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Company Description The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) is a charity that saves lives at sea, with 95% of its workforce comprised of volunteers. The RNLI provides a 24-hour search and rescue service from 238 lifeboat stations around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland, as well as seasonal lifeguard services on over 240 UK and Channel Island beaches. With a strong emphasis on sea and beach safety, the RNLI collaborates with international organizations to prevent drownings.
Role Description This is a temporary Regional Technician role located in the South East Region (Southend/Thames to Swanage including the Isle of Wight) at the RNLI. The Regional Technician will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repairs, and installations of lifeboat and lifeguard equipment and facilities at designated lifeboat stations and support centres. They will also conduct regular inspections, manage inventory, and provide technical support as needed.
Qualifications Experience in maintenance, repairs, and installations of equipment Technical skills in electronics, mechanics, and engineering Ability to work efficiently and independently Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Excellent communication and teamwork skills Knowledge of health and safety regulations Previous experience in maritime or emergency services is a plus Relevant certifications or training in technical fields