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Community Coastal Safety Watchkeeper

Volunteering opportunity with Coastwatch West Fife

Organisation
Coastwatch West Fife
Type
Disaster / emergency relief
Benefits
Disaster / emergencies
Age
16 to 100
Expenses
Yes – Re-imbursement of travel expenses are currently being considered on a case-by case basis for all volunteers.
Saltire Awards
Yes, this opportunity counts towards the Saltire Awards for volunteers aged 12 to 25
Taster
No taster session for this opportunity
Reference
VO90785 · updated 8 October 2026

About this opportunity

Do you want to make a real difference in your community? Do you care about safety, the coastline, and helping others?

Coastwatch West Fife is a volunteer-based coastal safety and monitoring organisation - their role is simple but vital: Spot, Plot, Report, Update. Technology cannot always detect a distress flare, an overturned boat, someone in difficulty in the water, navigational hazards, or vulnerable people needing assistance, but a volunteer can. As a volunteer, you will monitor coastal areas; conduct observation patrols along coastal paths; spot and report incidents, hazards, and concerns; communicate using radio systems; support emergency services through structured reporting and updates; provide first aid assistance; assist during severe weather events; and promote public safety awareness.

When it takes place

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What you need to know

Training

training programme:

Watchkeeper Core Training
Coastal and community observation techniques
Patrol procedures and situational awareness
Community Resilience
CB Radio operation
Marine VHF familiarisation
First Aid and emergency support skills
Guidance on safely supporting emergency services

Experience

They are looking for enthusiastic, reliable individuals who understand the need for safety at sea. Full training will be provided. Even if you don’t know your latitude from your longitude, if you can spare a few hours each month, they would love to hear from you.

Restrictions
No restrictions were specified.
How to apply

Application Form; Induction/Training; Informal Chat; PVG membership required; Trial Period

Travel

West & Central Fife - coastal areas, harbours, shoreline locations, and community spaces as required.

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