PAT Tester
You will be redirected to the Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester website to express your interest.
Help us raise vital funds by ensuring donated products are safe to sell.
We are looking for organised and dependable volunteers to help ensure donated electrical items are safe, compliant, and suitable for sale by carrying out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and basic visual inspections.
What you will be doing:
- Carrying out visual safety checks on donated electrical items.
- Conducting PAT tests using our testing equipment.
- Labelling tested items and recording results.
- Identifying items that are safe for sale and those that need to be recycled.
- Helping maintain a safe, clean, and organised testing area.
What you will gain:
- Experience in PAT testing and electrical safety compliance.
- Practical skills that can enhance your CV and future employment opportunities.
- Increased confidence working independently and as part of a team.
- Experience of charity retail operations and stock processing.
- The satisfaction of supporting a local charity and helping reduce waste through reuse.
Support & training:
- Full induction and PAT testing training provided.
- Ongoing support from the Retail Manager and volunteer team.
- Health and safety guidance relevant to the role.
- Opportunities to develop additional retail and stock processing skills.
What skills do I need?
- Good attention to detail.
- Ability to follow processes and safety procedures.
- Reliable and organised approach to tasks.
- Interest in electrical items, practical tasks, or retail environments.
Details
- DBS check required
- Equality and Diversity Policy
- Expenses reimbursed
- Health and Safety Policy
- Is it fully accessible
- Ongoing support
- Suitable for physical or sensory impairment
- Suitable for Under 18's
- Training provided
- Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
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We are flexible and appreciate any time you can give. Ideally, volunteers can commit to one regular shift per week of around 3-6 hours, but we are happy to discuss arrangements that fit around your availability.
This role is ideal for anyone interested in electrical safety, practical hands-on volunteering, developing new skills, or supporting their local community.
Location:
3 Terminus Road
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 8UE
You will be redirected to the Voluntary Action Arun & Chichester website to express your interest.
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