About the opportunity
Are you a bit techy? We're looking for someone who can sort, collate and PAT test electrical goods on our and other charity organisations premises.
After the appropriate training you will be carrying out a Portable Appliance Test on electrical items to ensure that they are safe. This is a combination of a rigorous visual and physical inspection and then testing the appliance with an easy to use BattPAT Tester which will be provided.
What training and support will you be given?
No previous experience is required, training is delivered through a DVD Powerpoint presentation and takes about 3 hours to fully complete followed by a short online multiple choice test. This can all be done at the volunteers own pace and the test can be completed with the aid of all the learning materials supplied by the Training Provider.
About the Organisation
Since being created in 2009 from a merger of two community organisations within Hertsmere, Communities 1st has grown into a successful charitable organisation with strong links to the communities in which we work.
Communities 1st aims to develop and promote a healthier and more thriving community by supporting and enabling people to become more actively involved in the community. We encourage individual volunteering and support groups working to achieve benefits for our community.
Our specific projects have been supported by reputable funders such as the National Lottery, European Social Fund, Hertfordshire County Council, Hertsmere Borough Council and Affinity Sutton Housing as well as many local businesses.
We involve volunteers in a variety of roles and have something to suit all skills, talents, interests and availability. You will be valued and supported in whichever role you decide to undertake and the chances are you'll have fun too!
What are they looking for?
We are looking for someone with the following skills and experience
- Committed to working with the community with a passion for helping others less fortunate.
- Attention to detail
- An ability to record simple data in a PAT testing Log Book
- Able to work without distractions in a busy environment
- Willingness to carry out instructions from staff
- Reliable and good time-keeping
- Physically able to lift and move small and medium sized electrical products
- Good interpersonal skills
- Flexible approach and willingness to work as part of a team
- Ability to work independently and ask for clarification when needed
- Commit at least 1 day per month
Practical Considerations
This opportunity is suitable for those people who would like to get office based experience.
No formal qualifications or prior guiding experience are required to volunteer with us.
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and abilities.
A full charity induction will be given before the volunteer starts with us and ongoing training is offered depending on which event you are working on.
Home based and in your local area.
References will be required from applications and will be taken up.
Please apply asap as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Volunteers MUST be over 16 (or be accompanied by an adult if under 16).
A minimum of six months commitment is required.
Benefits:
- Once a number of sessions have been completed we will be happy to provide a reference.
- Gain basic office skills, with an opportunity to progress into more varied roles.
- Out of pocket expenses reimbursed.
- Satisfaction of helping people
- Positive work environment, part of the friendly Community Hertsmere team
- Training in Equality and Diversity, Customer Service