THE RNLI team at Port Isaac have an exciting opportunity to become part of the crew as a volunteer lifeboat operations manager (LOM) — heading up the team and carrying out the day to day management of the station.

The lifeboat crew at Port Isaac, made up entirely of volunteers, have been saving lives at sea along this hazardous stretch of the north Cornish coast since 1869.

The LOM is a crucial role that authorises launch of the lifeboat, provides leadership of the operations team and ensures a constant state of readiness for launching on service.

Dickon Berriman, area lifesaving manager in north Cornwall, said: “Volunteering with us gives people the opportunity to make a real difference in their local community, to save lives and become part of the larger RNLI family.

“We can’t keep people safe without the support of our wonderful volunteers, who truly make a difference every day no matter which role they are fulfilling.

“Becoming a volunteer lifeboat operations manager is a great chance to play a crucial part in helping to save lives. We’re looking for a team player with leadership skills and local maritime knowledge. Anyone interested in finding out more should apply online.”

The ideal candidate must live or work close enough to the station so as to respond swiftly and safely (within an approximate three mile radius) and be between 17 and 70 years of age.

The RNLI provides first class training and equipment, guidance and support to all volunteers, from volunteer lifeboat crew to shop volunteers and event marshals. Find out more about the opportunities available near you at www.rnli.org/volroles