RMI is seeking a highly competent, proactive, and professional QNUK Level 3 First Aider to provide immediate medical assistance to our valued client's on-site workforce in the Bristol, United Kingdom (BS34) area.
This is a vital role focused on maintaining the health, safety, and wellbeing of individuals across the client's site. The successful candidate will be provided with all necessary equipment and a dedicated site vehicle to support the delivery of first aid services.
This position is paid on a day rate for short term holiday cover through out the year.
Key Responsibilities
As the designated on-site First Aider, you will:
- Respond promptly and effectively to all requests for first aid assistance between 08:00 and 16:00, Monday to Friday, excluding UK Bank and Public Holidays.
- Assess casualties and determine appropriate treatment in line with QNUK Level 3 First Aid at Work standards and best practice.
- Provide emergency first aid treatment for a wide range of situations, including:
- Unresponsive casualties (CPR and recovery position)
- Choking incidents
- Minor and major bleeding
- Shock
- Cuts, grazes, burns, bruises and splinters
- Suspected head, spinal and chest injuries
- Eye injuries
- Anaphylaxis
- Medical emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes, seizures, asthma attacks and diabetic incidents
- Ensure first aid equipment and the dedicated site vehicle are fully stocked, maintained and ready for use.
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of incidents, assessments and treatments in accordance with data protection requirements and client procedures.
- Liaise with emergency services when required, providing clear and accurate information.
- Offer reassurance and support to casualties and others affected by incidents.
- Comply with all RMI policies, client health and safety procedures, and infection control requirements.
- Act as a key medical point of contact and contribute to a safe and positive working environment.
- Support emergency response and first aid exercises by facilitating realistic scenarios to enhance business resilience.
- Undertake any other reasonable duties as required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Essential Requirements- Current QNUK Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) or an equivalent nationally recognised qualification.
- Proven experience delivering first aid and managing a variety of medical emergencies and injuries.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Excellent attention to detail and observational skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a wider team.
- Good understanding of health and safety practices.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT literacy.
- Full right to work in the UK.
- Full UK driving licence with no penalty points.
- Enhanced DBS check.
- Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the Bristol (BS34) area.
- Experience within an industrial, manufacturing, construction, or complex client-facing environment.
- Additional medical, healthcare, or emergency response qualifications.
- Certificate in Mental Health First Aid.
Skills Required
- Current QNUK Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work (RQF) or equivalent nationally recognised qualification
- Proven experience delivering first aid and managing medical emergencies
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to remain calm under pressure
- Excellent attention to detail and observational skills
- Ability to work independently and contribute within a wider team
- Good understanding of health and safety practices
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and general IT literacy
- Full right to work in the UK
- Full UK driving licence with no penalty points
- Enhanced DBS check
- Must live within a reasonable commuting distance of Bristol (BS34)
- Experience in industrial, manufacturing, construction, or complex client-facing environments
- Additional medical, healthcare, or emergency response qualifications
- Certificate in Mental Health First Aid
What We Do
Rocky Mountain Institute transforms global energy use to create a clean, prosperous, and secure low-carbon future. That is our mission. That is our passion. And every day, every member of our team of nearly 200 works tirelessly to achieve it. We are driving the global energy transition from fossil fuels to efficiency and renewables.
