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Hartlepool RNLI appeal for new volunteers

Lifeboats News Release

The hunt is on to find new volunteers to join the RNLI lifeboat crew at Hartlepool.

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Hartlepool RNLI lifeboat station

Hartlepool RNLI operates two lifeboats, the Atlantic 85 Inshore Lifeboat 'Solihull' and the All-Weather Lifeboat 'Betty Huntbatch'.

Officials at the Ferry Road station have launched a recruitment drive to attract a new intake for their team.
With a specific need to strengthen daytime availability of crew, we are looking for interested parties to join the team and help the community in providing essential lifesaving work to prevent the loss of life at sea.

Deputy Second Coxswain Matt Adams said "It's an invite for anyone who may be interested in joining but would like a little more information, to come down to the station for an informal chat with current crewmembers about what we do coupled with a tour of the station and the boats.
We are looking to recruit new volunteers with availability that would allow them to respond to service calls 7 days a week but specifically during weekday working hours.
We are opening our doors on the 6th and 7th January between 10.00am and 3.00pm. We look forward to meeting any potential crewmembers and their families who want to have a look at what we do.

The crew members are volunteers, and many will say that it’s a way of life and will testify that you get out what you put in."

What you need for this role:
Live or work within 4 miles of Hartlepool RNLI lifeboat station.
Have capacity and availability to commit to training.
Will have the personal circumstances, where practically possible, to volunteer 24/7 or a compassionate employer that would allow you to respond to service calls especially during working hours.
Have a driving license and access to a vehicle,
Are aged over 18 years of age.
Can work well as part of a team.
Previous maritime experience is NOT essential.
What’s in it for you:
Join an inclusive and diverse organisation.
Have fun, meet new people and join a motivated and enthusiastic team who are making a difference.
Learn skills and gain experience to enhance your CV.
Gain the satisfaction of giving back.
Training to fulfil your volunteer role will be provided.

Key facts about the RNLI

The RNLI charity saves lives at sea. Its volunteers provide a 24-hour search and rescue service around the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland coasts. The RNLI operates 238 lifeboat stations in the UK and Ireland and more than 240 lifeguard units on beaches around the UK and Channel Islands. The RNLI is independent of Coastguard and government and depends on voluntary donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, its lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved over 146,000 lives.

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