RAF Aircraft Technician-PADI & BSAC Diver seeks job - what do I need

DittieD


Joined: 08/04/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
15/06/2010 12:43

Having served 22 years in the RAF working on Harriar jump jets and a range of other aircraft as:

Air frame mechanic

Air craft technician including: Mechanical Engineer

I also have experience as a fork lift truck driver and Heavy Goods Class2 Driver

I have many years expereince as a Diver including wreck diving

I am an PADI instructor and

1 am a BASC Advanced diver

I leave the RAF on 1st july and I am looking for work.

What do I need to consider in terms of work permits etc

trooper


Joined: 04/07/2009
Posts: 211

Message Posted:
15/06/2010 18:57

Sounds like you should stayin the air force, it's got to be easier. Why start working for a living now.

Hector


Joined: 26/08/2008
Posts: 2352

Message Posted:
15/06/2010 19:15

I'm sure the RAF do resettlement courses. Make use of them. As for working in the TRNC I wouldn't hold your breath (good one for a diver that) on getting a job, they don't like foreigners much and especially not working. South may be better bet.

HildySmith


Joined: 02/07/2009
Posts: 1708

Message Posted:
15/06/2010 21:28

Is there no work for diving instructors here - I would have thought so - there are pleny dive centres advertised

TheStonedCrow


Joined: 27/06/2009
Posts: 96

Message Posted:
15/06/2010 22:24

DittieD



At your age I would be enjoying life in the slow lane.



Good luck



TSC

bridie


Joined: 18/09/2008
Posts: 308

Message Posted:
16/06/2010 08:58

Try Assim, Amphora Diving, Escape Beach. His mobile is 05428514924. A dive school with a good reputation.

Tenakoutou



Joined: 27/07/2009
Posts: 4110

Message Posted:
16/06/2010 09:42

Why don't you contact Cydive in Paphos?



At least you won't have to get a work permit and all the expense and hassle that goes with it, of which, obviously, you haven't the faintest idea!



Here's a little tip, which too many instructors/dive leaders ignore: ALWAYS swim at the pace of the SLOWEST diver [in your group], and, if necessary, slow down, or stop, the whole group if you notice even one member hyperventilating !!!

HildySmith


Joined: 02/07/2009
Posts: 1708

Message Posted:
18/06/2010 16:03

Some useful tips - is there much call for diving instructors

DittieD


Joined: 08/04/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
19/06/2010 08:20

He has many years experience as a diving instructor and has trained British Army squaddies to dive whilst inthe RAF.

He can also fly an aeroplane - currently working towards his pilots licence

he lives in the South but prefers the North.

proger1



Joined: 18/04/2009
Posts: 2919

Message Posted:
19/06/2010 08:26

Really not sure if you might be interested or if your background might cover it but my employer might be looking for someone with turbine maintenance experience (rotating equipment really).

It would mean 4 weeks rotational work offshore middle east which doesn't sound like what you are looking for and after 22 years in the mob I don't blame you, I did 11 and needed a couple of years in a settled place before I went back to the back and forward life.

Just thought I would throw it out there, if you think you might be interested mail me and I will send you the HR reps address so you can send a CV.



Paul

DittieD


Joined: 08/04/2010
Posts: 18

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 10:50

Hi

He is ok with 4 weeks rotation his role in the RAF is Airframe technician. Please send HR details etc to scubarob@hotmail.co.uk .

scubaboy


Joined: 20/05/2010
Posts: 52

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 14:04

drop me an email on scubaboy56@hotmail.com and i can give you some info about diving jobs here in the North, i`ve been working full and part time in the industry for 8 years now.

Cheers

Steve

berty



Joined: 11/01/2008
Posts: 216

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 14:09

fancy Saudi ? I live in trnc and commute from KSA regularly, Have you got Tonado experience? you can dive and instruct here too

berty



Joined: 11/01/2008
Posts: 216

Message Posted:
21/06/2010 14:18

send me an email if you fancy it.. 2 hour flight from Larnaca

Madeyes


Joined: 22/06/2010
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
22/06/2010 15:07

Hiya Berty.

I have tried to get a job in Saudi with BAe & it is my prefered place to work at present for obvious reasons.

However there only seems to be Typhoon jobs on offer & i've been turned down for these.

I have no Tornado experience just 15 years 1st & 1nd line on Harriers & 7 years on wide bodied jets here in Cyprus at Akrotiri.

I'm a Rigger without prop course due to my inability to complete the requirements because of no rects here in Akrotiri.

I can't email you as i haven't enough posts on the forum to see your email but i can send you my CV if u contact me :- scubarob@hotmail.co.uk

Thanks for your time.

Rob

Madeyes


Joined: 22/06/2010
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
22/06/2010 15:07

Hiya Berty.

I can't email you as i don';t have enough posts on tghe forumn to see your email but if you mail me i can send you my CV:- scubarob@hotmail.co.uk

22 years in the RAF as airframe techy mostly on Harriers but on wide bodied too.

I haven't done my engines course as i couldn't finish it here as we don't do rects at Akrotiri.

I've applied for BAe in Suadi but all the jobs are Typhoon & i've been turned down. I'm guessing due to no Typhoon experience.

Any help you can provide wiould be much appreciated.

Rob

Madeyes


Joined: 22/06/2010
Posts: 8

Message Posted:
22/06/2010 15:26

Oops i thought the 1st post hadn't worked. Can u delete 2nd post pls admin?

Rob