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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Working Hours

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
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.
Hosting Working Hours
Salvation Army Family Stores – Midland Central
Thames

Salvation Army Family Store Volunteer – Thames

The Thames Salvation Army Family Store is part of the fabric of our town. Locals pop in for a bargain, a chat, or to lend a hand. Every sale helps someone nearby. Curious about helping out? Swing by & say hello—we’re always keen to meet friendly faces.
Retail Working Hours
Hato Hone St John Health Shuttles
Ngatea, Paeroa, Thames

Hato Hone St John – Health Shuttle Driver – Thames

Live in or near Thames? We're looking for volunteer drivers to take locals to health appointments in Waikato & Auckland. Use our vehicle, get full support, and give back in a real, down-to-earth way. Flexible shifts—come join the shuttle team.
Driving Working Hours