General Maintenance Volunteer - Waihī

Waihī

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Goldfields Railway Inc.

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Keep Our Historic Railway Running Smoothly – Join Us as a Handyperson!
Goldfields Railway in Waihi is looking for a practical, community-minded volunteer to help us maintain the charm and function of our railway precinct. From odd jobs to repair tasks, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, working outdoors, and making a real difference behind the scenes.

Duties may include:

Repair and maintenance tasks as directed (e.g. weed spraying, clearing gutters, painting sheds, mending fences, pruning trees)
General upkeep around the station precinct (e.g. litter collection, sweeping platforms, weeding gardens)
Tasks tailored to your skills and interests

We’re looking for someone who:

Is handy with tools or keen to learn
Enjoys working outdoors and getting stuck in
Is reliable, practical, and works well independently or in a small team
Has good physical fitness for light-to-moderate manual work

What we offer:

Full support and guidance – no experience necessary
A welcoming team environment
The chance to be part of preserving a beloved local heritage site
A rewarding and satisfying way to give back to your community

Requirements:

Handy with tools and enjoys fixing things
Reasonably fit and able to work at a steady pace
A good communicator
Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
Safety-conscious and able to follow guidelines (no lone rangers here!)

Time commitment:

Totally flexible – volunteer when it suits you
A list of tasks will be available for you to choose from
Jobs can be done anytime during our operating hours (when staff are on-site)

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

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