Debi Reynolds

• Processed and managed operational tasking requests for Search and Rescue Helicopters, ensuring compliance with CAP 999 criteria.
• Facilitated efficient deployment of nearest and most suitable SARH assets to incidents.
• Decided on acceptance, deferral, or rejection of stakeholder taskings, communicating decisions promptly.
• Ensured flight safety through deconfliction checks and timely communication of danger areas to crews.
• Checked weather en route and on scene, to inform air crew of anything that may affect.
• Decoded METARs and TAFs to pass to air crew in flight for awareness and when requested.
• Worked at pace, often managing conflicting priorities.
• Maintained accurate records in Vision 5 for incident logs and communications to support reporting.
• Recommended improvements to work activities, aligning with organisational service aims.
• Developed team trainees through comprehensive mentoring and coaching programmes.
• Established professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders for effective collaboration.

• Delivered timely traumatic incident management interventions using structured processes.
• Supported HMCG staff and volunteers in managing normal reactions to distressing situations.
• Maintained confidentiality while performing duties as TRiM practitioner.
• Liaised with TRiM Coordinator and Manager for guidance and reporting purposes.
• Kept abreast of developments in trauma risk management through regular training.
• Escalated situations involving potential harm or criminal activity as necessary.
• Cultivated self-awareness and emotional intelligence to effectively support individuals in distress.

• Designed and delivered budgeted training solutions for HM Coastguard Aeronautical Rescue Operations.
• Evaluated and updated technical training solutions in collaboration with colleagues and external providers.
• Assessed learning and technical competence through formative and summative evaluations.
• Served as Subject Matter Expert for HMCG Aeronautical Rescue Operations, advising stakeholders as necessary.
• Supported operational staff and managers with continuous professional development initiatives.
• Functioned as Internal Assessor for Coastguard Officers in accredited programmes.
• Maintained ongoing professional development by engaging in operational duties within HMCG.
• Managed individual budgetary requirements within HM Coastguard Technical Training budget.

• 2 years (full time)

• 8 years (full time)

• 5 years (ad hoc)

• 4 years (full time)

• 1 year (full time)

6 years (full time), plus 8 years (Reserve service)

• Stores worked at: Debenhams, First Sport, Withit, Boots the Chemist
• 3 years (full time)