
Ringing the changes at Clovelly RNLI
Lifeboat volunteers at Clovelly have welcomed a new Operations Manager to the fold, marking the end of an era and the beginning of a new one at the historic station.
At the end of last year, James Dalziel stepped down after serving four years as the station’s Lifeboat Operations Manager - a vital role at the very heart of Clovelly’s lifesaving work. Having joined the crew just before the pandemic, James oversaw a challenging period for both Clovelly station and the RNLI as a whole, ensuring that volunteers were able to remain on service safely throughout the duration. James’ time as Operations Manager was also marked by several additional milestones, including a number of high-profile rescues and a stint on BBC’s Saving Lives at Sea.
Although James has decided to step down from the role, he will remain an active part of Clovelly station, volunteering to host visits and educate visitors about the work of the RNLI.
The role of Operations Manager is integral to the day-to-day running of the station, and James’ departure has left some big yellow wellies to fill. But new recruit Paul Jarrett has stepped into the role admirably, drawing on years of experience as a school Governor and a long career in corporate banking to bring a fresh perspective to the station.
Paul said, “It’s an absolute honour to join the team at Clovelly. The crew has achieved some great things during James’ tenure as Operations Manager, and I’m looking forward to taking over the reins. Our volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that our crew are always ready to save lives at sea, and I can’t wait to be a part of that team.”
With Paul at the helm, Clovelly’s volunteers have some exciting plans for 2025, including the return of the popular Cobble Wobble fundraising run on May 4 and an extensive programme of training to ensure that all crew members are able to reach their full potential both on land and at sea.
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