Senior Technical Rescue Instructor Job Opportunity

Are you a passionate and experienced professional in safety and technical rescue with a love for training and leadership?

R3 Safety and Rescue is seeking a technical expert to join our team as a Senior Technical Rescue Instructor. This is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop training courses for a renowned safety and rescue training provider.

Overview

At R3 Safety and Rescue, we specialise in delivering world-class training across various sectors, including emergency services, critical Infrastructure, utilities, leisure, entertainment and tourism. Our safety and rescue training solutions span a range of technical disciplines – working and rescuing at height, water and flood, and confined spaces. As a Senior Instructor, you’ll play a key role in advancing our mission to protect lives and promote safety by delivering high-quality, customer-centric training solutions.

The role would be based at our training school in North Wales; however, we do deliver training off-site, and this often requires week-long trips away. You should expect to be away for up to 14 days each month. Occasionally, travel or delivery on weekends is required. Any applicant should carefully consider this before applying.

R3 Safety and Rescue is a small but rapidly expanding business, with a low employee turnover. We are passionate about providing consultant-led training and equipment solutions. We are based in the Clwydian Range & Dee Valley AONB with excellent access to mountain biking, kayaking, mountaineering, rock climbing, trail running and open water swimming.

Role and Responsibilities

Deliver high-level training at operator, technician, and specialist levels in at least two disciplines—rope, swift water, or confined space—across the UK, Europe, and the Middle East.
Deliver high-level Train the Trainer courses for operators, technicians, and specialists in at least two of the following disciplines: rope, swift water, or confined space.
Customise training programmes to meet the specific requirements of emergency services and private sector professionals, ensuring relevance and real-world application.
Lead course design and development of bespoke training courses tailored to high-level organisations, maintaining alignment with the latest industry trends and standards.
Refine and enhance course content by continuously updating course materials to incorporate the latest rescue techniques and standards, ensuring our training remains cutting-edge.
Provide expert technical guidance as a subject matter expert, delivering technical advice and hands-on instruction to ensure adherence to best practices and safety protocols.
Mentor and coach other instructors and trainees, fostering their development and ensuring the consistent delivery of top-quality training across the board.
Collaborate with key industry partners to strengthen relationships and enhance rescue techniques and safety practices.
Engage in industry groups and forums, helping to influence and shape best practices and safety standards in the rescue field.
Represent R3 Safety and Rescue at industry conferences, workshops, and events, showcasing our leadership and expertise in technical rescue.
Deliver impactful presentations, workshops, and live demonstrations to highlight R3 Safety and Rescue’s expertise in the technical rescue industry.
Create educational resources and contribute to the development of instructional videos, written materials, and other resources to expand and enhance R3 Safety and Rescue’s training offerings.
Ensure all materials and courses meet the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and compliance with health and safety regulations.
Keep up-to-date with relevant certifications, regulations, and standards to ensure training remains compliant and effective.
Continuously assess training effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics, making necessary adjustments to maintain high-level outputs.
Collaborate on logistics with the training team to plan and organise schedules, venues, and equipment, ensuring smooth and efficient delivery of training.
Regularly update your knowledge on the latest rescue technologies, equipment, and techniques to keep R3 Safety and Rescue’s training ahead of the curve.
Participate in ongoing development to maintain your expertise in emerging rescue trends and technologies.

Required Qualifications/Experience

10+ years of experience in two or more safety and rescue disciplines (rope, swiftwater or confined space).
5+ years of experience delivering high-level technical rescue training in two or more safety and rescue disciplines (rope, swiftwater or confined space), including training the trainer.
Extensive knowledge of rescue techniques, standards, and best practices within one of the following sectors: industrial, fire and rescue, mountain rescue.
A strong understanding of safety regulations, including relevant UK and European safety standards.
A dynamic and engaging trainer with excellent communication and instructional skills.
A passion for staying at the cutting edge of rescue technologies and techniques.
A proficient computer user. You must be able to develop professional presentations and training materials within Microsoft.
First Aid and AED certification.
Strong written communication skills.
A full UK driving license with no penalties or endorsements.

Desirable Qualifications/Experience

Rescue 3 rope, water or confined space specialist Instructor Trainer or equivalent.
Operational experience within any of the following: UK SAR, private SAR, or emergency service sector.
Extensive knowledge of the UK Search and Rescue sector.

Benefits

Salary in the range of £40,000 – £48,000 depending on experience.
33 days holiday (including Bank Holidays).
Pension contribution scheme.

Benefits Post Probation Period

Option to access our healthcare scheme.
Staff discount on equipment (personal use only).
Professional development and additional internal and external training.

Application Process

Applications close at 10:00 am on October 18th. Please note that we reserve the right to close applications early.
Application forms will undergo an initial evaluation. The successful applicants will be invited to an online interview. If you have not been invited to an interview by the end of the 18th of October, at this point, you have not been successful.
Interviews will take place via Teams on the 5th of November and will last approximately 45 minutes.
If you successfully complete the online interview, you will be invited to attend a second interview at our training centre, where you will prepare and deliver a short presentation, details of which will be provided.

Why Work at R3 Safety and Rescue?

Work with industry-leading experts dedicated to making a difference in the safety and rescue sphere. Gain the opportunity to shape the future of safety and technical rescue training and make a lasting impact. Enjoy a flexible and dynamic work environment with opportunities to travel across the UK, Europe and the Middle East. Be part of a close-knit, passionate team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re a technical rescue professional with a strong background in instruction and a drive to lead, we want to hear from you.

To apply, please email josh@r3sar.com with a cover email. Please ensure you reference ‘Senior Technical Rescue Instructor – Application’ in the subject title. We will send you an application form in return.

Apply today and join us at R3 Safety and Rescue to advance the future of safety and rescue training.