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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The Meteor Theatre
Hamilton

Gallery Assistant – Hamilton

We’re looking for volunteer Gallery Assistants to help oversee the light-filled Nancy Caiger Gallery, located within The Meteor whare. The gallery showcases exhibitions from both established and emerging artists across the Waikato.
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?
Hosting Working Hours
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
Mercury Bay Museum
Whitianga

Museum Host

Join our friendly volunteer team and help give visitors to your local museum the best experience possible. Meet interesting people along the way and enjoy volunteering in one of the most interesting workplaces in town.
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