All Aboard Shops Ltd
Experienced Electronics Pat Tester
Experience and knowledge of PAT testing
An understanding of household electrical goods
Checking electrical appliances to make sure they are safe to use.
Ensuring the appliance has suitable CE / kite mark certification that it meets British standards.
To accurately record and label tested items
good practical skills, to use a variety of tools and equipment
to follow safety procedures
Doing a PAT Test.
What difference you will make
All Aboard believes that we can all help create a more sustainable world by allowing pre-loved possessions be enjoyed by others whilst supporting local charities. On average we stop around 6 tonnes of waste ending up in landfill each week. Through our shops, we recycle clothes, homeware and electronics, raising much needed funds for various community projects each year.
Volunteers play crucial roles across our organisation from administration, sales and logistics, to communications and governance. All Aboard is committed to encouraging continued volunteering throughout the organisation.
What additional skills or experience you should have
Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive attitude.
well organised, thorough and methodical
good communication and interpersonal skills
to work well on your own and with others
Excellent attention to detail
What training we will provide for you
As an All Aboard volunteer you will be given a full induction when you start.
A staff member will support you throughout your time as a volunteer.
We will look to provide further training where possible.
What you will get out of volunteering for us
We will offer you an opportunity to develop your skills and experience for a worthwhile cause
We will provide you with refreshments on the days that you volunteer.
All Aboard is keen that every volunteer should enjoy and benefit from volunteering with us.
We do our best to achieve this by ensuring volunteers:
feel welcome;
enjoy flexibility in their role, so far as practicable, both in the time they give us and the responsibilities they have;
realise they are contributing to our cause in a meaningful way;
learn and practice new skills;
have their volunteering role reviewed on a regular basis and get a reference;
feel connected to All Aboard as a wider charity and not just to their shop, department or line manager;
achieve their stated aim/s on application;
are thanked for their time and efforts.
Not sure which role suits you or need a little friendly help? Please contact our volunteer broker at volunteerbroker@jvn.org.uk for London or Rebecca at manchester@jvn.org.uk for Manchester.
Information
Location:Head office, Watford
In-Person
Age limit:
Volunteers aged 18 or over
Hours per session:
Between 4 and 6 hours
Availability:
Flexible OR On-going
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We are happy to be flexible on location and/or times if required.