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Training Instructor - Diving
Aberdeen
Permanent
Who we are
JFD is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions and services. We are a leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems to the commercial industry.
About the role
We are looking to recruit a Training Instructor - Diving to work on a permanent basis from the National Hyperbaric Centre in Aberdeen. In this role, you will deliver theory and hands-on training to customers on a variety of technical topics including operation and maintenance of diving helmets, regulators, rebreathers, and diver reclaim systems as well as general dive technician subjects.
As a Training Instructor - Diving, you will be responsible for the following:
- Delivery of course content in a face-to-face classroom and workshop setting and potentially online.
- Assist with the upkeep and development of training material such as presentations, handouts, and assessments.
- Deliver JFD standard lesson plans
- Ensure quality and continual development of course materials
- Maintain stock of consumables and reorder as required.
What do you need?
We’re looking for someone who is comfortable speaking in front of small groups, ranging from 1 to 12 technicians. You should have effective interpersonal and communication skills and be able to share knowledge in and engaging manner. You must also take a proactive approach to health and safety leadership and be able to work on your own specified lessons plans and learning objectives.
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Substantial experience as a dive technician working offshore.
- Experience maintaining diving equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and industry standards
- Strong knowledge of industry guidance such as IMCA, IOGP, etc.
- Comprehensive knowledge and experience working on diving equipment such as helmets, regulators, diver reclaim systems, etc.
- Technical training experience is advantageous but an engaging personality, strong communication skills, and confidence are more important as full training can be provided.
Working for us
We offer a number of benefits including Group Personal Pension Scheme, Life Assurance, half-day Fridays, free fruit in the office and private medical insurance.
James Fisher & Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and we strongly encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds and as a Disability Confident employer we are committed to offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
JFD is proud to be part of James Fisher and Sons plc, who has partnered with the Career Transition Partnership, the official provider of Armed Forces resettlement for over 20 years.
