Current Positions

Explore the volunteer opportunities below and find a role that’s right for you. From helping the environment to supporting your community, there’s something for everyone. Check out the roles and get involved!

PS: Job hunting while volunteering? Just let the organisation know. They'll understand – and it helps them place you in a role that's more flexible or easier to cover if you get work. That way, you can still help out without stress, they can plan ahead, and they'll really appreciate your honesty.
Current volunteer positions

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Victoria Battery Tramway Society Inc
Paeroa, Waihī

Volunteer Tour Guide – Victoria Battery Tramway (Waikino)

Share the history of Victoria Battery with visitors as a volunteer tour guide on weekends. Welcome guests, tell engaging stories about gold-mining heritage, and help create a safe, fun, and memorable experience at one of the region’s most unique historic
Hosting Both/Flexible
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Museum Host – Putaruru Timber Museum

Are you a people-person with a love of history and community? Join us as a Museum Host to welcome visitors, share our unique stories, assist with admissions and small sales, and help every guest enjoy a friendly, memorable museum experience.
Hosting Working Hours
Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society
Thames

Oncology Host – Thames Hospital

As an Oncology Host, you’ll provide compassionate support to clients during their assessments, treatment, and follow-up appointments, offering a welcoming presence, assistance, and connection with Cancer Society Waikato/Bay of Plenty services.
Hosting Working Hours
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Visitor Experience Host – Putaruru

Join our team as a Visitor Experience Host! Help welcome visitors, share fun facts, answer questions, and assist with admissions or the gift shop. Shifts are once a week or fortnight, weekdays or weekends, Your time will help keep history alive!
Hosting Both/Flexible
Morrinsville Gallery
Morrinsville

Gallery Volunteer

Our volunteers are the backbone of the Wallace Gallery, and we’d love for more people to join our little family!
Hosting Both/Flexible
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer NCEA Tour Guide – Timber Museum

Join our education team as an NCEA Tour Guide! Lead curriculum-aligned tours, bring the museum’s stories to life, and inspire curiosity in students—an exciting volunteer role with flexible scheduling.
Hosting Working Hours
Waikato/Bay of Plenty Cancer Society
Hamilton

Accommodation Host – Hamilton

Are you a friendly person who enjoys being hospitable? Do you want to help support our lodge staff to ensure guests have a comfortable stay while they undergo cancer treatment?
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Goldfields Railway Inc.
Waihī

Train Guard – Waihī

Love people and railways? Volunteer as a Train Guard with Goldfields Railway and help create unforgettable journeys for passengers from all over the world — all while soaking in stunning views through the Waihi countryside.
Hosting Both/Flexible
Thames Hospital
Thames

Hospital Host – Thames

Do you live in Thames or nearby? Available Thursdays (10–2)?, we’d love your help at the hospital. You’ll greet visitors, assist with wheelchairs, and ease busy days. If you want to feel useful or build your CV, we’d be so grateful to have you with us.
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Whaingaroa-Raglan Destination Management Organisation
Raglan

Visitor iHub Centre and Museum Host

Bring your smile, your love of people, and your customer focus to our friendly local Visitor Centre and Museum.
Hosting Both/Flexible