Development Worker & Joiner

Position: Development Worker Hours: Min. 14 hours, Monday & Saturday with opportunity for more Pay: £15 per hour Location: 3 New Broompark Edinburgh, Scotland EH5 1RS Report to: Move On Wood Recycling Operational Manager Closing date: Friday 7th February 2025 About Move On: Move On is an established and successful Edinburgh and Glasgow-based charity supporting people to achieve personal goals and make positive lasting change in their lives. We are seeking to appoint a Development Worker with proven skills and experience in one of our social enterprises based in Edinburgh, Move On Wood Recycling. About Move On Wood Recycling (MOWR): MOWR is a social enterprise dedicated to creating positive environmental and social impact. We operate circular services across multiple sectors in Edinburgh and The Lothians; waste wood collections, reclaimed timber sales, upcycled bespoke furniture, and employability training and volunteering opportunities for local and young people in our workshop. Responsibilities: Ensure that the enterprise operates to a high standard and in a manner that is consistent with the values and purpose of Move On. Work closely with the MOWR Operational Manager and other colleagues. Attend team meetings and wider Move On meetings, where required. Build wooden furniture products and be competent with hand tools and machinery. Respond efficiently and creatively to customers\’ bespoke furniture ideas. Ensure furniture orders are built and completed in a timely manner. Process used wood ready for resale. Ensure that health and safety standards are established, implemented, and maintained. Waste Wood Collections: Support collection schedule driving our 3.5 tonne caged pick-up truck to numerous locations across Edinburgh and The Lothians. Communicate with site managers and customers. Handle/load timber on and off vans. Serve and communicate effectively with customers in our timber shop. Answer call and email queries regarding products, orders, and bespoke furniture projects. Supervision: Co-ordinate supervision of volunteers and young people in the wood workshop. Ensure all payments relating to training allowances and lunch expenses are recorded accurately and within timescales. Operate a trauma-informed approach to young people and volunteers working alongside you in the workshop. To apply: Please send your CV to craig@moveon.org.uk Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Part-time Industries: Non-profit Organizations #J-18808-Ljbffr