JOB TITLE:                   Technical Officer – British Woodworking Federation


REPORTING TO:          Technical Director


SALARY:                     Up to £48,000 depending on experience + benefits


HOMEBASED:             With travel expected across the UK and to the BWF Offices

At a time when the industry is facing many regulatory changes, advice and guidance remains high on the federations agenda. The Technical Officer will work closely with the Technical Director and the wider BWF team ensuring members can gain help and advice covering several core key areas such as technical help, health and safety and regulatory requirements as well as representing the federation with many of our external stakeholders.

The Technical Officer is responsible for the BWF Code of Conduct which sets out the principles of good practice for a woodworking or joinery business. The Code represents the standard to which all members have committed themselves to achieving. Therefore, this highly rewarding role is the critical liaison point between new and existing members of the BWF, the BWF team, our stakeholders, our regulators and also in establishing new programmes and services.

This is a hands-on role that will require knowledge of building relationships, account management combined with some knowledge of health and safety in a timber manufacturing environment and some understanding of auditing processes.

Overview

Job Specification

  • Carrying out Code of Conduct audits and following up with the member to ensure they are compliant alongside the management and administration of the BWF Code of Conduct.
  • To work with the Technical Director to ensure technical support and guidance meets the needs of the BWF members.
  • Managing and answering member technical enquires in line with BWF procedures
  • Manage the ongoing H&S enquiries and to produce any guidance when required
  • To attend BWF Technical Meetings and support the Technical Director in the development of any new BWF technical publications and best practise guides
  • Carry out new member visits to ensure members.  
  • Aligning BWF activity with wider timber promotion
  • Carry out scheme audits and develop new auditing tools and processes

The list above is not exhaustive but provides an overview of this challenging and highly rewarding role.

Essential Requirements

  • At least 3-5 years working in the woodworking and joinery manufacturing industry
  • The ability to be flexible and coordinate numerous jobs through effective time management, to meet the federations indicators of success
  • Strong writing, excel and analytical skills with sharp attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact confidently and effectively at all levels
  • Team player with a positive and collaborative approach to working and being able to adapt quickly
  • Highly computer literate and proficient in IT systems

Desirable Requirements

  • Knowledge / experience of a membership services organisation / experience of joinery/construction products.

To apply for this role please send your CV and covering letter to helen.hewitt@bwf.org.uk