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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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
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

Volunteer Paint Sprayer Technician – Hamilton

Wondernauts needs a volunteer with mechanical or electrical know-how to help repair a Wagner F230 Airless Sprayer. Flexible timing, work when it suits you. Your support will help us complete a centre painting project and benefit our tamariki.
Trades & Maintenance Both/Flexible
Wondernauts
Hamilton

Centre Groundskeeper – Hamilton

Help us keep our beautiful grounds looking amazing and volunteer to be our Centre Groundskeeper for our not-for-profit childcare centre in Ruakura.
Gardening Working Hours
The Refugee Orientation Centre Trust
Hamilton

ROC Holiday Programme Support – Hamilton

The Holiday Programme Support plays a key role in planning, organising, and delivering engaging and inclusive activities for children during the school holidays. This volunteer position supports the smooth running of the programme.
Youth & Children Working Hours
Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival/Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa
Hamilton

Ushers / Audience Hosts – Hamilton Arts Festival 2026

We are looking for confident, friendly and self-directed people to check tickets and usher shows at the Hamilton Gardens during the Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa.
Events Both/Flexible 19 February 2026 · 28 February 2026
Hamilton Gardens Arts Festival/Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa
Hamilton

Zero Waste Heroes – Hamilton Arts Festival 2026

Hamilton Arts Festival Toi Ora Ki Kirikiriroa needs Zero Waste Heroes who are passionate about the environment and recycling, to help our festival audience reduce their waste.
Events Both/Flexible 19 February 2026 · 28 February 2026
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