Job vacancies - East Lothian Works

• company: Ramshackles Cafe
• hours: Part-time 
• salary: £12.50 per hour

We are looking for a team member to join our new venture in the heart of the community.

• Someone with a positive attitude and a passion for coffee
• Excellent customer service skills
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and multitask efficiently
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience with latte art is a plus!
• L2 Health/Hygiene Certificate required (can be arranged)

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• company: EDF UK
• hours: Full-time
• salary: From £25,139 per year 

Ready to start a career that makes a real impact?  At EDF, Success is Personal – and together, we’ll help Britain achieve net zero. Here, you’ll gain hands-on experience, learn from experts, and play a vital role in protecting people and the environment.

You will provide safety-related advice to operators by taking radiation and contamination measurements using specialist equipment, interpreting the results and applying them to real life scenarios. You will need to be comfortable working with numbers and completing mental calculations as you will not always have access to a calculator. The role is critical to ensuring safe operations in nuclear facilities and requires a high level of attention to detail, quality and accuracy in recording and interpreting measurements. You will need to have a positive attitude to health, safety and quality.

During the course of this 2-year Apprenticeship, you’ll learn from our industry-leading experts and gain valuable experience, whilst studying for Level 2 qualifications in Radiation Protection. You can expect on-the-job training and the kind of practical experience you simply can’t get in a classroom.

To be eligible for this EDF apprenticeship programme, applicants must hold five National 5 qualifications or five GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above, including English, Maths, and a Science or Engineering subject, or a relevant Level 2 qualification.

This role involves tasks that require compliance with health and safety regulations. Therefore, candidates must be at least 18 years old by the start date of the apprenticeship.

You’re self-motivated, eager to learn, and able to balance study with work. You’ll have strong attention to detail and a positive attitude towards health, safety and quality.

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• company: Hamilton Waste
• hours: Full-time 
• salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per year

Hamilton Waste & Recycling is a leading provider of integrated waste management services in Scotland, offering solutions in collection, treatment, recycling, and energy generation through innovative technology and a commitment to sustainability.

Job Description; Main Responsibilities

• Operate the weighbridge and administration system efficiently, maintaining accurate records
• Handle telephone and email enquiries, taking and relaying messages as necessary
• Provide administrative support, including data verification and entry
• Support other departments and manager as required
• Attend training sessions and adhere to senior management instructions
• Perform additional duties as required

Requirements

• Interest in a career within the recycling/waste management industry
• Strong communication skills
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible
• Capable of managing multiple tasks under pressure
• Willingness to work unsociable hours when necessary
• IT literate and comfortable using various systems

Desirable Skills/Experience

• Previous customer service experience
• Previous experience in a transport office
• Understanding of waste and recycling operations
• Familiarity with Edinburgh and surrounding areas
• Knowledge of waste legislation and environmental management
• Full UK driving licence (with fewer than 6 points); company vehicles may be provided

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• company: Papple Steading
• hours: Part-time
• salary: From £30,000 per year (pro rata)

Papple Steading is a large historical site offering premium guest accommodation, an art gallery, a restaurant and wine bar, and event space hire.  Set within the East Lothian countryside, the entire estate has been re-built from the ground up to an extremely high standard, remaining sympathetic to the original character of the steading.  It now offers the ultimate event space, with food, accommodation and alcohol all available on site.  The steading is now gearing up to officially open and has need for a part-time bookkeeper to join the team.

Hours: approximately 2.5 to 3 days per week to suit, days worked flexible around your needs.

Job Purpose

The bookkeeper is responsible for the day-to-day accounting and administrative tasks within Papple Steading, supporting the achievement of key business objectives by ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of all financial reporting, and improving all key financial processes.

Scope of the Role

• To support the delivery of a complete set of management accounts within 10 days of period end for all business units
• To ensure revenues and expenditures are recorded accurately
• To support the delivery of statutory accounts
• To improve internal processes and procedures, and to streamline workflows as much as possible while maintaining good control over spend

Experience in a hospitality setting is essential. We’d be keen to hear from people who can effect change early on and who want to work in a newly-launching and growing business.

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• company: St Columba's Hospice Care
• hours: Full-time or Part-time
• salary: £26,797

Our North Berwick Café (part of our wider Bookshop and Gallery space in North Berwick) plays an important role for the Hospice in generating vital income and raising awareness of our services.

We have a new opportunity for a Café Assistant to join the team, working across both the kitchen and front of house. This will be a hands-on role and will involve

• serving customers
• displaying and replenishing stock
• ensuring a high standard of food hygiene and consistency of service
• creating an open, welcoming, inclusive and friendly atmosphere which reflects the values of the Hospice

The ideal candidate will have previous café/shop experience, strong customer service skills and the ability to deal with a wide range of people in an often busy environment.

You will have a warm, friendly and helpful manner and be able to assist others in an empathetic way.  You should be approachable and able to build a rapport with volunteers and customers.

Training will be provided.  Full-time or part-time hours available.

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• company: Yester Estate, Haddington
• hours: Full-time (six month contract)
• salary: From £12.21 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Gardening Assistant to support our gardening team during the summer season. This internship provides hands-on experience across various garden settings and offers the opportunity to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of our estate's landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Garden Maintenance: Assist in the upkeep of formal gardens, walled gardens, vegetable plots, and greenhouse areas. Tasks include planting, weeding, pruning, mowing, watering, and general care of plants and garden structures
• Estate Work: Participate in broader estate maintenance activities such as path care, fence repairs, and upkeep of garden fixtures to ensure the overall aesthetics and safety of the grounds
• Seasonal Tasks: Engage in seasonal horticultural activities, including soil preparation, composting, mulching, and assisting with the propagation of plants
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the head gardener and other estate staff, contributing to team objectives and participating in planning discussions for garden development
• Learning and Development: Take initiative in learning about plant care, landscape design, and sustainable gardening practices. Opportunities may be provided to attend workshops or training sessions

Skills

• Enthusiasm for Horticulture: A genuine interest in gardening and a desire to develop practical skills in horticulture and estate management.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform manual labour in various weather conditions, including lifting, bending, and extended periods of standing or walking
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and communicate clearly with colleagues and supervisors.
• Attention to Detail: Keen observational skills to identify plant health issues, garden maintenance needs, and ensure high standards are maintained
• Basic Gardening Knowledge: Familiarity with common gardening tools and practices is advantageous but not essential, as training will be provided

Additional Information

• Duration: This is a summer internship position, with the possibility of future opportunities based on performance and estate needs
• Working Hours: Full-time hours with some flexibility required for weekend or evening work, depending on weather conditions and specific tasks
• Compensation: This is a paid internship; specific remuneration details will be discussed during the interview process
• Prospects: Successful interns may be considered for extended roles or permanent positions within the estate's gardening team

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