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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Both/Flexible

Any Hours Evenings/Weekends 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
Goldfields Railway Inc.
Waihī

Train Driver – Waihī

Drive a heritage train through stunning farmland and over scenic bridges with Goldfields Railway in Waihi! Join a passionate team delivering memorable rail experiences to locals and visitors — full training provided, no experience needed.
Driving Both/Flexible
Goldfields Railway Inc.
Waihī

Train Guard – Waihī

Love people and railways? Volunteer as a Train Guard with Goldfields Railway and help create unforgettable journeys for passengers from all over the world — all while soaking in stunning views through the Waihi countryside.
Hosting Both/Flexible
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Miniature TrainWorld Club Vounteer – Putaruru

Get hands-on with miniature trains! Help build tracks and scenery, tackle wiring and repairs, and run demos. No experience needed, flexible schedule, lots of learning, creativity, and fun. Perfect for hobbyists and curious makers!
Practical Help Both/Flexible
Remiano Charitable Trust
Home Based

Community Piano Project – Volunteer Marketing & Outreach Team

Are you fluent in English & know the Waikato well? We'd love for you join our small 3 person dream team to bring rescued pianos to life. Bring your expertise to the role, to connect with schools & help inspire creativity & music in the community.
Marketing & Communications 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
Huntly Museum – Te Whare Taonga o Raahui Pookeka
Huntly

Front Desk Crew – Huntly Museum

Be part of the Huntly Museum team! Volunteer 2–3 hours on weekday afternoons or Saturdays to greet visitors, answer questions, and keep the front desk running smoothly. A great way to meet people, be social, and be part of our welcoming community!
Retail Both/Flexible
Insight Endometriosis
All Towns, Home Based

Translation Proofreader – Home-Based

Volunteer from home! Proofread translated information to help overcome language and cultural barriers and empower more of the community impacted by endometriosis - high level of understanding of a language other than English is required for this role.
Languages Both/Flexible
Cambridge Tree Trust
Cambridge

Live in Cambridge? Join the Tree-Loving Legends

Do you live in Cambridge? Join our sprightly crew on Tuesdays or Thursdays. Help keep Cambridge the “Town of Trees” by planting, protecting, raising awareness, and rolling up sleeves for community projects. Join our wagon!
Conservation Both/Flexible