Maintenance / Gardener Volunteer (Maintenance & Checks)

Volunteer role

Maintenance / Gardener Volunteer at a local RSPCA branch.

Where you will be based

Community - working on the centre grounds and facilities.

What you will be doing

• Carry out routine safety and maintenance inspections (fire alarms, fire extinguishers, fire doors, exit routes).
• Perform legionella control measures and visual inspections for leaks, damaged outlets, and submerged hoses.
• Unblock and rod drains, descend for maintenance of water systems, descale taps, and maintain proper drainage.
• Engage in interior and exterior tasks such as painting, carpentry, lawn mowing, strimming, weeding, pruning and general garden upkeep.
• Help prepare the site for open days and other events.
• Support other ad hoc events and promote the RSPCA to visitors.

The skills you need

• Must be 18 or over.
• Willingness to pitch in, help out, and get your hands dirty.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items; some heavy lifting will be involved.
• Experience in a relevant trade is desirable but not essential - full training will be provided.
• Comfortable working outdoors in unpredictable weather.
• Positive attitude and teamwork.

What's in it for you

• Meet new people and make friends in a community setting.
• Learn new skills that can be added to your CV.
• Induction and training relevant to your duties.
• Volunteer in a fun environment while making a difference to animal welfare.
• Reimbursement of agreed travel costs.

Disclaimer

Before you can start volunteering you must complete the Health & Safety course and any other role specific training. Volunteers must be suitably protected against Tetanus; check your vaccination history with your GP and receive any required doses as part of the UK vaccination schedule.