The charity is specifically seeking people for various roles, including inshore and all-weather lifeboat crew, shore crew, water safety advisors, and deputy launch authorities.
Regardless of the role, comprehensive training and support will be provided. While a maritime background is beneficial, it's not necessary for most positions.
Adam Prescott, Harwich RNLI volunteer Lifeboat Press Officer, expressed: 'Volunteering with us provides an opportunity to make a tangible impact in the local community, save lives, and become part of the larger RNLI family. Our wonderful volunteers play a crucial role every day, regardless of the specific role they fulfil.
'If being on a lifeboat isn't your preference, consider joining our water safety team as an advisor. In this capacity, you'll offer RNLI Water Safety advice to the public through visits and events. Alternatively, you can contribute as a member of the shore crew, assisting in the launch and recovery of the lifeboats.'
Becoming a volunteer offers a chance to actively contribute to saving lives. Enthusiastic people with an interest in improving water safety and working as part of a team are encouraged to explore more on the Harwich RNLI Facebook page or attend the volunteer evening on 1 February at 6:30pm.
The RNLI offers top-notch training, equipment, and support to all volunteers, from lifeboat crew to shop volunteers and event marshals. Learn more about available opportunities in your area at
www.rnli.org/VolRoles.
Notes to Editor
The RNLI is the Royal National Lifeboat Institution.
Harwich RNLI is based on The Quay, Harwich. The lifeboat station was founded in 1829 and the volunteer crew use an all-weather Severn class lifeboat (ALB) Albert Brown and B class lifeboat (ILB) Tierney, Harvey and Sonny Reid.
RNLI Media Contacts
For further information, please contact Adam Prescott, volunteer RNLI Lifeboat Press Officer: 07946 519 314 or [email protected]
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 142,700 lives.
