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 Evenings/Weekends Working Hours
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
Here 2 Care Charitable Trust
Hamilton

Volunteer Graphic Designer – Event Pop Up Project

We’re looking for a creative and versatile volunteer Graphic Designer to help define the visual identity of our groundbreaking event launching in Hamilton in 2026!
Events 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
Hospice Waikato Trust
Matamata

Matamata Volunteers Wanted – Give a Little, Mean a Lot!

Give a little, mean a lot! Join our Matamata volunteer team to sort and prep donated items. Be part of something bigger by helping us support families to receive free hospice care. Your time breathes new life into items, turning donations into hope.
Retail 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
The Timber Museum of New Zealand Trust
Putaruru

Volunteer with the School Room Exhibition – Putaruru Timber Museum

Join us at the Timber Museum and help preserve Putāruru’s School Room history! Sort, digitise, and care for photos, documents, and displays, while sharing local stories with visitors. A small weekly contribution that keeps our history alive for everyone.
Practical Help Working Hours
New Zealand Red Cross – Te Awamutu Shop
Te Awamutu

Red Cross Shop Volunteer – Te Awamutu

Calling all Te Awamutu locals! If you live in TA or close by & want to help out in your community, our Red Cross Shop needs you. Flexible shifts, fun tasks, new skills, and a chance to join a friendly team.
Retail Both/Flexible
Morrinsville Historical Society
Morrinsville

Keep Morrinsville’s Heritage Alive – Become a Preservation Volunteer Cleaner

Love Morrinsville history? Volunteer as a Historical Cottage Cleaner! Help care for a 160-year-old cottage, handle artifacts with care, & keep our heritage alive. Flexible hours & training provided. We really need your help & would love for you to join us
Practical Help 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