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Logistics Manager - Internal Only

THE ROYAL NATIONAL LIFEBOAT INSTITUTION
Poole, Dorset, England
Full-time
18th March 2026
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Logistics Manager - Internal Only

Logistics Manager - Internal Only

Internal vacancy

The RNLI actively promotes continuous development within the organisation and is only seeking applications from current RNLI employees and volunteers at this time. If this position is not filled internally it may be re-advertised openly. #LI-DNI

About us

Our purpose is simple: to save lives at sea. 24 hours a day, every day, RNLI lifesavers are ready to launch to the rescue.

Join the RNLI as a Logistics Manager and play a vital role in saving lives at sea. From coordinating the movement of lifesaving assets to maintaining fleet compliance and managing key relationships with stations, engineering teams, and transport partners, you’ll be central to keeping our rescue service ready to launch 24/7.

Your Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an organised, motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced operational environment. You’ll lead and develop a team of logistics staff, drive continuous improvement, uphold safety and regulatory standards, and respond effectively to urgent logistics needs. If you’re passionate about teamwork, problem-solving, and ensuring the smooth, safe operation of a mission-driven organisation, this role offers the chance to make a direct and meaningful impact every day. You will:

  • Plan and manage the distribution of lifeboats and their equipment, spare parts, PPE and operational supplies to RNLI stations.
  • Coordinate transportation of critical lifesaving assets, always ensuring readiness including the Relief Fleet.
  • Ensure the team are focused on customer’s needs and listen and engage with feedback and look for opportunities to delight and continually improve.
  • Ensure RNLI fleet compliance by supporting the maintenance, certification, inspection and documentation of lifeboats and associated vehicles in line with maritime, safety, and regulatory standards including Operator’s License needs.
  • Collaborate with engineering teams, asset planners, production facilities, lifeboat stations and volunteers to ensure fleet readiness and operational availability.

About You

You’ll be Ideal for an individual who thrives under pressure, takes responsibility, and works well with others. A strong motivator with solid planning, coordination, and reporting skills, proficient in business systems, and able to solve problems pragmatically while remaining calm in a fast-paced environment.

To be considered as the Logistics Manager you will need:

  • Transport Managers CPC (Certificate of Professional Competence) or be willing to work towards.
  • Experience of Logistics, or a warehouse working environment.
  • Strong organisational and leadership skills.
  • Clear communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Experience managing staff in a logistics or operational environment.

So, if the role of Logistics Manager appeals to you and you’d like to support our organisation’s aim to reduce drowning, please apply via the button shown.

Safeguarding

The RNLI is committed to safeguarding; protecting a person’s health, wellbeing, and human rights, enabling them to live free from harm, abuse, and neglect. We expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment and have a zero-tolerance approach. The suitability of all prospective employees and volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment. This will include relevant criminal record checks being carried out dependent on the eligibility of the role. (England & Wales; DBS check, Scotland; Disclosure Scotland PVG, Northern Ireland; Access NI, Republic of Ireland; Garda Vetting; International, International Child Protection Certificate process).

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.