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
Community Link Trust
Hamilton

Boutique Barista Extraordinaire – Hamilton

The Op Shop on the Park (Community Link) is on the hunt for Hospitality Superstars to volunteer their expertise on our coffee machine as our Boutique Barista!
Food Services Working Hours
Community Link Trust
Hamilton

Donation Sorter and Warehouse Merchandiser

Do you love a good challenge and have a knack for turning chaos into order? The Op Shop on the Park (Community Link) is on the hunt for a donation sorters and merchandisers to help our warehouse run like a well-oiled machine.
Practical Help Working Hours
Community Link Trust
Hamilton

Customer Service Representative – Hamilton

Are you passionate about providing excellent customer service while making a difference in the community? Join our friendly team at The Op Shop on the Park and help us create a welcoming space for shoppers while supporting a great cause!
Retail Working Hours
Department of Corrections : Waikeria Prison
Te Awamutu

Exercise Instructor – Waikeria Prison (Te Awamutu)

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our volunteer team at Waikeria and work along side our more mature residents, running strong, safe and stable sessions to keep the team active and support their overall wellbeing.
Health & Medical Working Hours
Hospice Waikato Trust
Hamilton

Van Driver & Collection Crew – Hamilton

Join our Lake Road Store team as a van driver and collection volunteer. Lift, load, deliver, and collect donations while working with a practical, down-to-earth crew. Your effort directly supports Hospice patients in your community.
Driving Working Hours
St Vincent de Paul – Frankton Stores
Hamilton

Van Driver – Vinnie’s Hamilton

Vinnies is looking for a dependable volunteer driver to help keep our shops running smoothly. You’ll collect and deliver donated goods, care for the van, and be part of a supportive team with a set weekly commitment.
Driving Working Hours
The Cake Detective Charitable Trust
Hamilton

Cake Decorators – Hamilton

We are looking for talented cake decorators to donate their skills and time creating cakes for children in the Waikato going through a hardship.
Food Services Working Hours
Hospice Waikato Trust
Hamilton

Massage Therapist – Hospice Waikato

Massage Therapist Needed at Hospice - Use your skills to provide comfort and care to individuals in palliative care and their families, making a meaningful difference when it matters most.
Health & Medical Working Hours
NZ National Fieldays Society
Ōhaupō

Conservation Weeding – Mystery Creek

Join our Mystery Creek Event Centre Conservation Volunteer Group and help keep our grounds thriving! Your role will focus on removing weeds to protect and maintain our beautiful spaces. Your time and effort will make a real difference.
Conservation Working Hours
Graeme Dingle Foundation Waikato
Hamilton, Huntly, Ngāruawāhia

Career Navigator Mentor

Do you want to help our young people find a purposeful pathway into their future? Have you learnt valuable skills in your life and career that you can share with young people?
Mentoring Working Hours