Aquabox is seeking to recruit a Deputy Depot Manager to support its ongoing operations at its headquarters in Wirksworth.
Aquabox operates as a community project, supported by over 120 volunteers. Its primary objective is to save lives following natural and man-made disasters by supplying water purification equipment and other humanitarian aid worldwide to people in dire need.
The Deputy Dept Manager’s Role
Aquabox’s operations, supported by its volunteers, are centred upon its Wirksworth depot and headquarters every weekday morning. These activities are overseen and administered on a daily basis by the Depot Manager, supported by the Deputy Depot Manager.
The Depot Manager will be retiring mid-year and the Deputy Depot Manager’s position will become vacant with the promotion of the current incumbent to Depot Manager.
Key Tasks
The primary role of the Deputy Depot Manager is to provide day-to-day support to the Depot Manager in the following areas:
- Administration, including accounts receivable/payable, VAT and donations management.
- Inventory management and stock control.
- Monitoring and supporting filter production and packing.
- Monitoring and maintaining Health and Safety standards within the depot.
- Logistics and shipping processes, procedures and documentation.
- Deputising for the Depot Manager when required.
With appropriate training, it is anticipated that the incumbent will be able to effectively undertake most of the above tasks after six months in post.
Hours and Salary
Reporting to the Depot Manager, the Deputy Dept Manager will be based at the Aquabox depot for 20 morning hours per week. The actual hours worked will be flexible and subject to agreement with the Depot Manager.
The anticipated salary will be in the region of £25k pa pro rata.
Skills and Experience
Understanding of and competence in using standard computer support systems, including Microsoft Office and email management. The ability to work as an integral member of the Aquabox team and be able to effectively manage working relationships with our volunteers, Trustees and donors.
Contact
If you are interested in applying for this position, please contact the Depot Manager, David Wildgoose, on recruit@aquabox.org for an application form or more information.