Safety Instructor – Water Safety
A Global Leader in Emergency Response, Survival, and Safety Training for the Offshore Oil & Gas Industry

We are seeking a passionate and qualified Water Safety Instructor to join our world-class training team. As a key part of our global organization, you will deliver critical survival and emergency response training for individuals working in the high-risk offshore oil and gas sector.

Your role will focus on ensuring participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and hands-on skills necessary to stay safe in challenging marine environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver classroom and practical instruction in water safety, sea survival, emergency evacuation, and rescue procedures

• Lead training sessions in pool and open-water environments, including liferaft deployment, personal flotation devices (PFD), and man-overboard drills

• Ensure training aligns with international standards such as OPITO, STCW, or other industry-recognized safety protocols

• Assess participant performance and provide constructive feedback to ensure competency

• Maintain a strong focus on safety, professionalism, and operational excellence during all training activities

• Prepare and maintain training equipment, facilities, and documentation

• Stay up to date with industry regulations, emergency procedures, and training developments

• Participate in instructor development and ongoing certification as required by governing bodies and internal standards

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in water safety, marine survival, or offshore emergency response training

• Relevant instructor certifications (e.g., OPITO, STCW, or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor)

• Strong understanding of offshore oil & gas operational risks and safety standards

• Physically fit and comfortable working in and around water in all weather conditions

• Excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills

• Ability to manage groups and respond effectively in emergency training scenarios

• First Aid/CPR and AED certified (or willingness to obtain)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior offshore or maritime experience

• Military, coast guard, or lifeguard background

• Multilingual abilities (a plus for international training delivery)

• Scuba Diver
• Boat caption 2+ years on a vessel of at least 500GT
• Previous safety training experience