Mentoring scheme

Commitment 

We expect those participating in the scheme to be matched for an initial period of 3 months, however there are no set rules and the relationship can continue beyond this point if all is going well. 

The frequency and length of each meeting is to be mutually agreed by the matched individuals. It will depend on what the mentee wants to achieve as well as the time both are able to commit. As a minimum, we would expect individuals to meet at least three times over three month period. Meetings can take place face-to-face or remotely, via Skype or telephone. 

Application timetable  

There are three application periods per year: Summer, Autumn and Winter

Mentoring streams 1: Summer 2019 application timetable 

Mentoring streams 2 & 3. 

Find out more and register your interest by emailing training@iirsm.org. 

Application process 

The relevant application form for each stream is made available to download from this web page at the start of the application period. You will asked to provide some information about your experience and what are you are looking to achieve through participation in the scheme, whether as a mentor or mentee. 

Further guidance

For more information, application guidance is available to download at the bottom of this page for stream 1. Contact training@iirsm.org for information about streams 2 & 3.  You can also find out more about mentoring on the Support & Resources tab. 

Mentees 

Damon Noble AIIRSM, HSEQ Manager, Ecotec Services Ltd. 

Why did you apply to be mentored? It is a privilege to have the opportunity to be mentored by a professional who has "walked the walk." The chance to talk to and learn from your peers is an essential learning process. 

What have you gained? Confidence in my ability. My communication skills, learning style and career direction have all improved too. 

What are you top tips for being mentored?

• Listen carefully. 
• Take any constructive criticism with a positive attitude. 
• There is no such thing as a stupid question. 
• Expect to work hard. 
• Remain focused on goals. 

The relationship is similar to Yoda and Skywalker! 

Mentors 

Mark Cardnell FIIRSM, QHSE Senior Consultant, KTM Compliance 

Why did you join the mentoring scheme? I wanted to be able to enhance my mentee's career development skills through my own learning experiences. I felt that there is a requirement for a structured approach to learning in our work environment and the mentoring scheme provided the opportunity to display and engage on leadership, interpersonal skills, communication and the values of the IIRSM in professional networking.  

What are your top tips for being a mentor? The first step of the process for me is about confidence. Providing clear, coherent and structured information to ensure that the mentee grew in confidence, trust and willingness to progress at speed. The targets and objectives provided a clear step by step approach to which all parties were able to display, communicate and build an effective career path and very importantly a friendship for many years to come.  

What have you learned from the experience? I am always open to enhance my skills through engaging on other people’s points of view and their own experiences. The mentoring process has provided me with valuable experience into other organisations compliance systems, training and technology and how these differ and how in some cases diverse methods effect the working environment, people and the organisations as a whole.