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Apprenticeships - 4 posts - All-weather Lifeboat Centre - (up to 4 years)
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Overview
This is an exceptional opportunity for four highly motivated individuals to undertake a four-year apprenticeship at the All-weather Lifeboat Centre (ALC) in Poole, commencing in September 2026. Our apprentices work alongside experienced Technicians on all classes of Lifeboat and associated plant.
£15,392 with yearly increments throughout
Per year
Full time, Temporary, Apprenticeship
(37 hours per week. Start date for this role is 7 September 2026)
All-weather Lifeboat Centre, Poole, Dorset
Key information
We are currently seeking four apprentices across two different trades (marine electrical and boat building), but you are only required to complete one application form indicating which trade(s) you would like to be considered for in order of preference. During the four-year programme, you will work towards completing the new style standards-based apprenticeship. You will attend Bournemouth and Poole College for your off-the-job training.
About the role
We are currently seeking four apprentices across two different trades (marine electrical and boat building), but you are only required to complete one application form indicating which trade(s) you would like to be considered for in order of preference. During the four-year programme, you will work towards completing the new style standards-based apprenticeship. You will attend Bournemouth & Poole College for your off-the-job training.
Please see below for further information on our different trades.
Apprentice – Electrical x1
During your apprenticeship you will learn about assembling, installing, repairing, modifying, diagnosing, and maintaining all types of electrical equipment and systems.
Apprentice – Boat Builder x3
During your apprenticeship you will gain job specific skills, understanding engineering drawings, lofting to build plug and moulds, understanding of composite materials, assembling, installation, repairing, modifying, maintaining.
Come and join us to build your career at this centre of excellence and help save lives at sea.
As part of your apprenticeship, you will be required to attend Bournemouth and Poole College on a block release.
Diversity at the RNLI
Our staff and volunteers have been saving lives at sea without prejudice for 200 years. We respect and value diversity of background, skills and perspectives within our teams, and consider it essential to help us deliver a world-class lifesaving service. We are an inclusive organisation and welcome applications from everyone. In addition to having the skills needed for the role, we also look for applicants who share our commitment to living our RNLI values (trustworthy, courageous, selfless, and dependable), and helping us work towards Our Vision: To save Every One.
Requirements
You will ideally hold at least three GCSEs (grade 4 or above, or equivalent) including Maths, English, and Science, but this is not essential.