Volunteer Engineer: Design Adaptive Equipment

Voluntary Sector Gateway; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization in the United Kingdom is seeking volunteers to design and create equipment for individuals with specific needs. Essential skills include practical experience with various materials and strong communication abilities. The role requires attending meetings and following risk management protocols. Support and training will be provided, along with mentoring to ensure volunteers succeed in their roles.

Benefits

Transport costs covered

Mentoring and training provided

Qualifications

• Practical experience in working with one of the specific materials.
• Comfortable working with people and understanding their needs.
• Willing to follow induction checklist and PVG check.

Responsibilities

• Design and make equipment for individuals with specific needs.
• Attend bi-monthly meetings.
• Apply risk management practices.

Skills

Practical skills

Communication skills

Inventive/Imaginative

Patience

Empathetic

Tools

Tools for working with metal, wood, or plastics

Job description

A community service organization in the United Kingdom is seeking volunteers to design and create equipment for individuals with specific needs. Essential skills include practical experience with various materials and strong communication abilities. The role requires attending meetings and following risk management protocols. Support and training will be provided, along with mentoring to ensure volunteers succeed in their roles.