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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Hope Rising Farm Trust
Ngāruawāhia

Groundsman & Handyman Wanted

Use your practical skills to help maintain Hope Rising Farm, supporting life-changing programmes for vulnerable children and women through repairs, maintenance, fencing and general handyman tasks.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Wood worker

Wondernauts, a not-for-profit early childhood centre in Hamilton, is seeking an experienced volunteer woodworker to help create a variety of play resources such as small barns and fences and a couple of simple low shelving units.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Fibreglass Slide Repair Volunteer – Hamilton

We’re looking for a volunteer with fibreglass repair skills to help fix two playground slides so they’re safe for our tamariki. Flexible timing, & you’re welcome to view the slides before committing. Your mahi will support our nurturing, childcare centre.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Vintage Armchair Restoration Volunteer

Help bring a vintage child-sized armchair back to life for Wondernauts childcare! Repair or refresh the seat, springs, and woodwork. Flexible timing, materials provided, and you can work onsite or at home. A fun, hands-on way to support our children.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Goldfields Railway Inc.
Waihī

R&M Volunteer – Skilled Trades Waihī

Join the skilled R&M team at Goldfields Railway Waihi and help maintain this iconic local attraction. From plumbing to building projects, you’ll apply or learn new trade skills while contributing to the success of this heritage railway.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Goldfields Railway Inc.
Waihī

General Maintenance Volunteer – Waihī

Join our team as a Volunteer Handyperson and help keep Goldfields Railway in top condition by carrying out essential repairs and maintenance tasks. From fixing fences to clearing gutters, your skills will make a real difference!
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible