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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Shama Hamilton Ethnic Womens Centre Trust
Hamilton

Drive with Purpose | School Holidays & Community Support – Hamilton

Make it possible for a child to take part. We're looking for warm, reliable local female drivers with a full NZ licence (3+ yrs) to help get kids to and from our school holiday programme. Just a 3-5 hours a month, for at least 6 months.
Driving 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
Thames Community Centre Trust
Thames

Driving Skills Mentor – Thames

Volunteer as a Driving Mentor in Thames! Help local youth earn their driver’s licence, opening doors to independence and employment. No teaching experience required—just share your skills and support a learner. Sign up today!
Driving Both/Flexible
Hato Hone St John Op Shop – Paeroa
Paeroa

Delivery drivers – St John Op Shop Paeroa

- St John Paeroa Store urgently requiring delivery drivers to help once a week for approximately 3 hours.
Driving Both/Flexible
Hamilton Multicultural Services Trust
Hamilton

Driving Mentor-Coach

Make a real difference in the life of a former refugee by teaching them how to drive...
Driving Both/Flexible
Paeroa Community Support Trust
Paeroa

Community Drivers

Volunteer Drivers provide a valuable service to their community by helping to transport clients to their medical appointments. Your contribution as a driver means better health outcomes for the people you transport.
Driving Both/Flexible
Victoria Battery Tramway Society Inc
Paeroa

Driver/Engineer

Get behind the wheel of our Narrow Gauge Tram and help showcase the heritage of what was once a huge gold-producing site. Victoria Battery Tramway are after Driver/Engineer volunteers to add to our visitor experience.
Driving Both/Flexible