Garden - Volunteer Maintenance & Garden Assistant
About this opportunity
The Kariong Neighbourhood Centre is a great place to meet new people. Our groups include Active Playgroup, Pilates for Seniors, The Over 50s Friendship Group and Tai Chi. Are you skilled at maintenance and repairs? Have a green thumb? If you’re skilled at maintenance and repairs, and handy to have around, come and join our friendly volunteer team at Kariong Neighbourhood Centre.
We are looking for a volunteer or three that can help to keep the building in good working order, tidy and keep the gardens looking neat and green. Must be fit and able to lift 10-15kg comfortably.
Tasks are interesting and varied, ranging from small painting jobs, fixing locks and latches, basic carpentry, cleaning windows, regular leaf blowing, occasional runs to the tip, weeding and maintaining the gardens, and helping to fix any breakages.
Benefits:The satisfaction of supporting the local Neighbourhood Centre and being part of a dedicated team. Increase knowledge of community organisations and helping others in the community. Work experience - a reference will be provided after three months of work.
***To be referred to this role an interview with Volunteering Central Coast is required. You will be contacted soon to arrange a mutually convenient time and place. ***
Additional requirements
Covid-19 vaccination . Driver's Licence (C) . Heavy Lifting . National Police Certificate *. Working with Children Check *.
Must be fit and able to lift 10-15kg comfortably.
Opportunities are available Monday-Friday between 9am-4pm, with work hours negotiable. Our volunteers typically work 1-3 hours per day.
Suitable for- Centrelink Volunteers
- People Learning English
- Skilled Volunteers
- Travelling Volunteers
- Wheelchair Access
- Garden Maintenance
- Trades & Maintenance
Induction