Maker/Engineer

Maker/Engineer

Long term role · 1–3 hrs/Week
Flexible location
HealthWellbeingPeople with disabilities
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Remap Hertfordshire South
#47591
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Summary

Would you like to use your practical skills and ingenuity to make equipment to help people with disabilities live more independent lives.

Detailed description

What the role involves

This role may vary depending on local needs, but is likely to include:

·      Designing and making pieces of equipment for individuals with specific needs

·      Using your practical skills working with one or more of: Metal, wood, plastic, or electronics

·      Attending a monthly meeting of the local branch.


We can support you to develop the skills you need for this role, including an induction into all the areas outlined. You will have a chance to discuss your role and any additional needs with us.


What you need for this role

 

Essential

·      Practical experience in working with one of the above materials

·      Able to listen well, to understand someone’s needs.

·      Able to follow Remap policies and procedures

·      Able to understand and apply our risk management system

·      Able to apply disability, equality, and inclusion practices

·      Able to keep people’s personal details safe

Desirable

·      Access to your own tools and workshop (or can access theses)

·      Able to drive or have good transport links

·      Committed to our values

·      Enjoy working as part of a team

·      Willing to develop skills and experience

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What we will provide to volunteers

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About Remap Hertfordshire South

Remap Hertfordshire South is a branch of Remap, a national charity that provides custom-made equipment for disabled people. Our skilled volunteers provide innovative, practical solutions to everyday challenges encountered by disabled people.