Watchkeeper

National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) volunteers are the eyes and ears for HM Coastguard.

We do the old fashioned job of keeping lookout for people and craft in difficulties along our coast.  On the Isle of Wight we have two stations, one very high at The Needles in the far west of the Island and the other at Bembridge in the far eastern shore which is at sea level.

We are open during daylight hours and full training is given. Watchkeepers begin as trainees. Training usually takes 3-6months, leading to a competence test.

Watchkeepers must commit to 26 watches per year.

Shifts are not more than 4 hours and are booked online.

No-one in the NCI is paid and there are no expenses paid.

Watchkeepers are expected to buy an inexpensive uniform on qualification. (Under £30)



Skills

Applicants need to have sharp eyes and sharp ears.

You need to have an understandable voice on the radio.

At the Needles, site applicants need to be able to climb a stable 14' ladder and be able to scramble over the Downs.

Watchkeepers always work in teams, so teamwork is crucial.

No experience is necessary as full training is provided




Details

  • Diversity and equal opportunities policy
  • Accessibility
  • Age restrictions
  • Complaints Policy
  • Confidentially Policy
  • DBS check required
  • Ex Offenders
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Award
  • Suitable for Supported Volunteering
  • Suitable for Under 16's
  • Suitable for Under 18's
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer Policy
    Being looked at
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Vulnerable Adults Policy
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 02/12/2022

End Date: 02/04/2023

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun
Morning No No No No No No No
Afternoon No No No No No No No
Evening No No No No No No No

Location

The Coastguard Station
Upper Battery, West Highdown
Totland
Isle of Wight
PO39 0HJ


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