About this volunteer role
If you have a passion for DIY or work in a trade and are looking to support a local charity through using these skills then please get in touch. We are always looking for people to assist with site maintenance at our Emmaus shops in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent, even for a few hours a week.
Main Duties:
- Maintaining the warehouse & shop to a high standard
- Following Health & Safety guidelines at all times, including safe use of tools
- Helping with any of the following: repairs, painting & decorating, basic carpentry, building and plumbing works
- Putting together donated furniture that arrives dismantled, i.e. a bunk bed or table
- Assisting in the movement of small and large items around the site
Skills Required:
- Good strength
- Clear communication
- Good adaptability & versatility
Experience Required:
- No experience required
- Experience working in a trade or with DIY would be useful
Time Commitment:
- Any day between Monday – Saturday; any time between 9am-5pm
- We ask our Maintenance Volunteers to volunteer at least once a week
Location:
• Based at our Furniture & Home Charity Warehouse.
Training, Support & Benefits:
• Manual Handling in-house training required
• Health & Safety in-house training required
• Further optional training & support provided on-site & online through iHasco
• All PPE required is supplied for this role
• Lunch is provided (sandwich, crisps & drink)
• Bus fares are reimbursed
• 50% Volunteer Discount at our Emmaus Shop and our Furniture & Home Charity Warehouse
Find out more
If you want any more information on any of these roles then contact Carmen either by coming in for a chat, by phone on 01782 846 111 / 07443271508 or by email on [email protected]
You can apply for this role now, using our online Volunteer Application Form.