Job vacancies - East Lothian Works

• Company: Carers of East Lothian
• Hours: Part-time (24 hours)
• Salary: £22,325 - £23,873 per year (pro-rata)

Role

Carers of East Lothian is the local organisation supporting adults who care for family and friends. We have an excellent reputation, recently gaining recognition through the Carers Trust ‘Excellence for Carers’ Award and have recently secured the contract to deliver adult carer services across East Lothian for an initial two-year period and a total period of up to six years, to 2031. We are a Carer Positive Exemplary employer, as well as being Disability Confident Committed and a Living Wage employer.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for carers and professionals, handling enquiries and referrals with sensitivity and confidentiality
• Maintain accurate client records, manage referrals, and arrange clinic appointments (e.g. Legal Advice, Power of Attorney)
• Provide admin support for carer events and workshops, process small grants, and update financial records
• Support reception area upkeep, office supplies, and general admin tasks including mailings, info packs, and Board support
• Assist the wider team and volunteers while ensuring compliance with data protection and health & safety policies

What we’re looking for

• Experience in reception or office admin
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Good IT skills and attention to detail
• A team player with a commitment to supporting unpaid carers

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• Company: Bruntons Aero Products
• Hours: Full-time
• Salary: £14,526 - £25,743 per year

This position is a modern apprenticeship leading to becoming a qualified machinist.

It is anticipated that the apprenticeship will last four years but this does not include the one year probation period which will be located on site and is prior to beginning the apprenticeship.

The successful individual will work closely alongside the CNC turning/milling team to manufacture components for the Aviation Industry.

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• Company: NHS Scotland - East Lothian Community Hospital
• Hours: Full-time
• Salary: £28,011 - £30,230 per year

The post holder will be required to work as part of a flexible maintenance team responsible, through the line management structure of Team Leader to Sector Estates Manager and Area Manager Hard FM.

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• Company: Metlen Energy & Metals

As part of a consortium with GE Vernova, Metlen Energy & Metals is helping to deliver Eastern Green Link 1 (EGL1). 

EGL1 is a new high voltage direct current (HVDC) cable link being jointly developed by SP Energy Networks and National Grid Electricity Transmission.  It will be built between the Dunbar area of East Lothian (at a site named Torness), and Murton in County Durham.  Converter stations and new substations are required onshore at each end. The convertor station works will be delivered by our consortium.  The main construction works are getting underway, with the project scheduled to be operational in 2029.  

The Apprentice HSE Advisor will work as part of the site HSE team while undertaking a Scottish Vocational Qualification (SVQ) in Occupational Health and Safety at SCQF (Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework) Level 7.  They will subsequently progress towards achieving the NEBOSH National General Certificate. 

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• Company: CBC Autobody
• Hours: Full-time
• Salary: £11.50 - £14.00 per hour

CBC Autobody, a trusted name in quality collision repair and service, is looking for a friendly and organized Receptionist to join our front office team. This position is ideal for someone with strong communication skill and a passion for helping customers in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome customers in person and over the phone
• Schedule repair appointments and update customer records
• handle incoming calls, emails, and general inquiries
• assist with insurance documentation and repair updates
• maintain a clean, organized front desk and waiting area
• perform general administrative duties (filing, data entry, invoicing support

Requirements

• Previous experience in reception, administrative environment preferred but not essential (full training provided)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• A positive attitude and team-oriented mindset are crucial for success in this role
• Ability to multitask in a busy environment
• A friendly welcoming attitude

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• Company: Astley House
• Hours: 32.5 hours per week
• Salary: £13.75 per hour

We operate a small number of quality care homes across Scotland and we are seeking a dedicated Administrator to join our team at our highly regarded home in North Berwick.  As our Administrator, you will play a crucial role in maintaining the efficient operation of our care home service.  The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, the ability to multitask whilst maintaining high levels of attention to detail, confidentiality and a passion for providing great customer service to our Home Manager, our residents and any visitors to the home.  Hours can be flexible but generally Monday to Friday 9am - 4pm

Duties

• Perform clerical tasks such as data entry, filing, and document management
• Utilize our industry specific database for financial record-keeping and reporting
• Provide administrative support to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day operations
• Manage confidential data in an appropriate and professional manner
• Answer and direct phone calls with professionalism
• Assist in organizing and scheduling all operations within the home
• Maintain accurate records and files in both physical and computerized systems
• Have financial accountability for petty cash and residents spending monies
• Collaborate with team members to support overall organizational goals

Experience

• Proficiency in using office software such as Microsoft 365
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask
• Experience in database input and management
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks performed
• A knowledge of HR and recruitment processes would be advantageous
• Care Home sector background or knowledge

You will be the first point of contact for the home, so a pleasant and friendly personality along with the ability to focus on the task in hand is vital.

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• Company: City Plumbing
• Hours: Part-time
• Salary: £12.21 - £13.38 per hour

As a Warehouse Assistant, you’ll be committed to delivering an outstanding level of service, and you’ll be professional, driven and enthusiastic. The Warehouse Assistant role reports into the branch management team and will provide the highest level of service to internal and external customers, and will ensure we can deliver products to our customers against some very tight deadlines. This role may at times be customer facing within the branch, serving on the trade counter and dealing with customers over the telephone.

You will be contracted to a set minimum number of hours per week, and you will be required to be flexible to work additional hours to deliver the best customer experience, especially during the peak trading winter heating season. Where possible, hours and shifts will be agreed with you with plenty of notice so that you know exactly what you are doing and when! You’ll naturally promote and embrace our inclusive team environment and we’re sure you’ll have some fun along the way!

Key Responsibilities

• Picking orders and maintaining housekeeping standards in our warehouse
• Loading and unloading vehicles
• Serving customers
• Providing exceptional customer service
• Maintaining safety standards within the warehouse at all
• Helping out in other areas of the branch as required

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