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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Any Hours

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
Te Rongopai Community Trust (Good News Community Centre)
Hamilton

The Hub

We require volunteers who can help us prepare a simple afternoon tea and supervise children eating, drinking, playing sports, and while on laptops. This is a great opportunity to serve and get to know our community.
Youth & Children Working Hours
St Vincent de Paul – Vinnie’s Food Hub
Hamilton

Vinnies milo truck drivers and helpers

We are needing a full licenced driver and helpers to tow the food caravan and distribute food to the community.
Food Services Evenings/Weekends
Cambridge Salvation Army Church
Cambridge

Foodbank Volunteer Driver – Cambridge

Cambridge residents – your help is needed! Join the Foodbank team to pick up, sort, and organise donations. Short shifts Mon, Wed & Thu 9:30–10:30am. Friendly environment, full guidance, and the chance to support families in your own community.
Driving Working Hours
Hato Hone St John Op Shop – Paeroa
Paeroa

Retail and Donation Services Assistant – Paeroa

Our little shop in Paeroa needs help from local residents. No experience needed—we provide training. Flexible weekly shifts. Join a friendly team and help us continue serving our community.
Retail Working Hours
HCC – Parks and Recreation
Hamilton

Gully Restoration Volunteers

Hamilton City Council is seeking volunteers to support gully restoration projects across the city. These projects help protect and enhance Hamilton’s natural environments and waterways.
Conservation Both/Flexible
Cambridge Salvation Army Church
Cambridge

Foodbank Admin & Client Support – Cambridge

Join Cambridge’s caring community! Volunteer at the Cambridge Foodbank to greet clients and assist with admin tasks. Mon & Tue 10–1, training included. The more hands we have, the better we can support our community.
Administration Working Hours
Op Shop St Francis Cooperating Parish
Hamilton

Op Shop Retail Assistant – Hamilton

Do you enjoy people and creating a warm welcoming space? We’re looking for volunteers who can help make our Op Shop a place where people feel comfortable, valued and at ease. We sell clean, preloved, good quality items for the whole family at a low prices
Retail Working Hours