Job Description

Salary
34,893 - 41,050 (dependent on experience)
Contract type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Location
Troon, South Ayrshire, Scotland
Location description
This role is based at Troon Lifeboat Station
Interview date
9th February
Closing Date
01-02-2026
Reference
21137
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About us

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Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue. There is an opportunity for a Coxswain to be part of our Troon 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.

The Benefits

Salary between 34,893 - 41,050 (dependent on experience) 26 days' annual leave (plus Bank Holiday days) Competitive pension scheme 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 ALB Shannon lifeboat and it's 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 diesels 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.