Global Medical Safety and Risk Solutions (GMSRS) is a trusted provider of integrated rescue and healthcare services in both onshore and offshore environments. Through our Medevac Africa division, we deliver high-performance Search and Rescue (SAR) capabilities across maritime, aviation, and wilderness sectors. With a strong operational ethos and a team-first mindset, we pride ourselves on executing complex rescues in demanding conditions.

Role Overview

We are recruiting professional technical rescuers to join our adhoc SAR teams for high-risk, time-critical operations. This role is mission-focused and ideal for rescue swimmers and technical rope rescue professionals looking to contribute their expertise in support of offshore and onshore rescue missions.

You will play a key role in maritime and aviation-based operations, vessel-based extractions, and wilderness SAR. Rescuers must be available for both daytime and nighttime missions and operate confidently in high-pressure environments.

Minimum Requirements

• First Aid Level 3 (or higher)
• Valid Aquatic or Surf Rescue certification
• Valid High Angle Rope Rescue certification
• Proof of medical and physical fitness, including swim capability
• Strong team communication and situational awareness
• Basic computer literacy (Microsoft 365 advantageous)
• Ability to operate independently and follow mission protocols
• Own reliable transport to operational base, ideally within 30-60 minutes from activation

Preferred Experience & Certifications

• Previous experience in:
  • Technical rescue
  • Rescue swimming
  • Offshore or wilderness SAR
• Additional certifications:
  • Aviation Rescue
  • Wilderness Search and Rescue
  • HUET
  • BOSIET / PST / PSSR
• Experience working with multi-agency SAR teams or in remote access operations

Key Responsibilities

• Execute search and rescue operations as a rescue swimmer and/or high-angle technician
• Support medical teams during patient access, extrication, or recovery
• Operate within helicopter and vessel SAR missions
• Maintain accurate incident and mission documentation
• Participate in debriefings and post-incident reporting

Ongoing Commitment

• Must be available for project-based deployments
• Participation in scheduled training and simulation exercises
• Subject to quarterly proficiency testing, including physical and swim assessments

Operational Focus Areas

• Search and Rescue (Offshore & Onshore)
• Rescue Swimmer Operations (Vessel)
• High-Angle & Technical Rope Rescue

Ready to join the team?

If you meet the above criteria and are looking to apply your expertise in a meaningful and high-impact role, we’d love to hear from you.

• Ensure that your CV and supporting documents are submitted as a single PDF file.
• Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. If you do not receive a response within 30 days, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

Join us in making a difference where it matters most on the ground, at the frontline of public safety and emergency care.