1. My job saves lives at sea through the management of the operational efficiency of the service within my Region to meet the
concept of operations
Team Regional Operations
Responsible to: Regional Operations Manager
Responsible for: Divisional Technical Managers
Job Overview
Responsible for the operational safety, efficiency and standards of a region with particular emphasis on technical matters.
Management of regional resources to meet the Concept of Operations with particular emphasis on technical matters. Responsible for
the implementation of, and contribution to, the strategy, policies and improvement of the Operations Department and Institution.
Key Responsibilities
 To manage the region in accordance with RNLI and Operations Department policy, regulation and guidance
 Report on progress against regional objectives and ensure they are met
 To be the lead advisor on all health and safety matters within the region
 To deputise for the Regional Operations manager when required
 Provide resilience to the Divisional staff and volunteers. Mentor, coach, advise support and develop them
 Promote high quality inter personal and working relationships amongst staff and volunteers
 The prioritisation of work within the region to best meet the operational/technical need, explaining that requirement to others and
working in partnership to achieve the common goal
 To promote and drive continuous improvement, cross stream working and ‘One RNLI’
 To lead and co-ordinate project work associated with new stations, reconfiguration and co-locations
 Inspections of stations/SCs, relief lifeboats, operational pass outs
 Undertake trials/passages as required accepting boats and associated equipment into operational service in the region
 Liaise with other organisations, legislative bodies and agencies, representing the RNLI accordingly
 Carry out major incident, service and managerial investigations as required and act on divisional reports
 Arrange and take part in major ceremonial occasions, liaising with other departments, staff and volunteers
 Responsibility for relevant sections of the region’s budget and its setting.
 Being part of the on-call roster
 Meet and maintain the RNLI medical standards for this role
 Any ad hoc duties as required
RNLI Behaviours Level required Job Specific Competencies Level required
RNLI values One level only Operational Management & Efficiency 3 + 4.1,4.2
Driving improvement 3 IS 1
Achieving results 3 Lean methodology Bronze
Working with people 3
Managing self 3 Statutory Requirements Level required
Commercial awareness 2 Health & Safety 2
Management 2 Driving 2
Leadership 1 Safeguarding 2
Qualifications required
 Relevant engineering degree or MCA class 1 or RN charge chief with managerial experience in a marine engineering background
 NEBOSH general certificate – the diploma is desirable
 Incorporated engineer status (or working towards) is desirable
Experience required
 Extensive knowledge of small craft technology
 Extensive experience in the operation and maintenance of propulsion and auxiliary systems
 The ability to interpret technical drawings (CAD and paper based) and use of SAP and MS office
 Knowledge and experience of interpretation and application of H&S legislation
 Managerial experience and excellent communication skills
Suitable for someone who
 Has a flexible approach to work and can remain balanced and objective in difficult situations.
 Is motivational and demonstrates a positive outlook when leading a team
 Once in post is prepared to relocate to another region should the operational need arise
Not suitable for someone who:
Dislikes responsibility and dealing with conflict. Is not prepared to travel extensively and regularly stay away overnight. Is not prepared
to live within a defined area.
Version Number: 1
Date Job profile issued: 20 May 2012
Job Title: Regional Technical Manager
Grade: G
Directorate: Operations