Why not Volunteer with us?

Circular Dorking is a grass roots community lead venture. From small beginnings we are growing and collaborating with lots of other organisations.  Our volunteering network is amazing, but we always need more help.

We have over 35 projects on the go. All at different stages (from up and running, through to just an idea we want to make happen).

We have a core team of 9 people, who meet up monthly, to share ideas, offer to pick up a project, motivate each other, celebrate success, and just do more.

What you like to help?

It can be fun, sociable and rewarding. There is no pressure, you just volunteer at the rate you can offer.

We have a list of over 35 projects, which we can share, and you can offer to be involved with one.

You wouldn’t be left alone to struggle. Help and guidance would be provided by a existing core team member.

Job opportunities

Role: HEAT/Energy-Redress Project Coordinator (Dorking & Mole Valley for Circular Dorking)

Description of role: Recruiting and managing Energy Champions (those who do home energy surveys), arranging home energy surveys in Dorking and throughout Mole Valley, and providing follow up reports and energy efficiency materials. Creating/attending events in Dorking and Mole Valley.

You will also be trained to do energy surveys and ‘saving energy to save money’ talks, as a minor part of role, so you gain full appreciation of the project.

You will also support for Circular Dorking activities in general.

Pay: tba.  part-time role (nominally 3 days per week, but flexible). All expenses paid at cost.

Period: May 2025 to May 2027, subject to variation (may extend beyond this time period).

Training: Full training will be provided.

Reporting: to the Energy Redress scheme manager (who may be based in Guildford)

Background: the project is a collaborative venture by Zero Carbon Guildford, Circular Dorking, Energy Action Redhill/Reigate and Surrey Climate Commission. Funded by the Energy Redress scheme via Ofgem/Energy Savings Trust.  You will join a team of 5 existing energy champions within Circular Dorking and become a core team member of Circular Dorking CIC.

Candidate Requirements:  inquisitive, professional nature. Customer focused.  An interest to help customers reduce their energy use and cut carbon emissions as a result. A Self-starter.

Role: Energy Champion (Dorking & Mole Valley area for Circular Dorking)

Description of role: To undertake home energy surveys, as part of the HEAT (Home Energy Advice Team) project. Including using an infrared camera to show heat loss in homes.

Undertaking a survey that will take 40-60minutes followed by a write-up into an online form giving observations and recommendations. Typically the write-up will also take 40-60minutes.

Pay: £30 per survey plus travelling expenses (at cost)

Period: May 2025 to May 2027, subject to variation (may extend beyond this time period)

Notes: this is a flexible role. Energy champions typically do anywhere between 2 to 10 surveys per month. Tends to be more intensive during late Autumn/ Winter / early Spring. The energy champion schedules the survey date/time to fit in with their own commitments and that of the customer.

Training: full training will be provided. Face-to-face 1 to 2 days course at Guildford. Then you will be allocated a mentor who will accompany you on the first few surveys. The mentor will be a point of contact for advice, help and guidance.

Reporting: to the Circular Dorking HEAT/Energy-Redress Project Coordinator

Background: the project is a collaborative venture by Zero Carbon Guildford, Circular Dorking, Energy Action Redhill/Reigate and Surrey Climate Commission.  Funded by the Energy Redress scheme via Ofgem/Energy Savings Trust.  You will join a team of 5 existing energy champions within Circular Dorking.

Candidate Requirements:  inquisitive, professional nature.  Customer focused.  An interest to help customers reduce their energy use. A Self-starter.

If you are interested in any of the above roles, please contact us stating the role you are interested in.

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