Found 38 Museums & Heritage volunteering opportunities in Australia

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Volunteers will help with ensuring that the BVHS Collection is managed and conserved in accordance with National Standards for Australian Museums and Galleries. The aim is to maintain the physical & electronic collection registers of Photographs and Objects within the museum and the machinery shed. We are gifted many items which need to be recorded so that they can be readily accessible when enquiries are made and when displays/exhibitions are being planned.

Port Elliot Railway Station are looking for Customer Service Volunteers to help out at their award winning historic railway station. The Customer Service role has two components - Ticket Sales and Souvenir Sales. Previous sales and customer service, cash register and EFTPOS terminal experience would be well regarded, but not essential. On the job training will be provided.

Front of House Volunteers provide a warm and friendly welcome for visitors to the Museum and also play a valuable role in maintaining Museum security during opening hours. They engage with visitors and share knowledge and enthusiasm for the Museum and Esperance history. This is a key role ensuring that the Museum is open on the publicised day.

Gardener required for Smirks Cottage and Heritage Site Monday or Wednesday - flexible hours between 8.30 am to 12.30 pm. We are happy for whatever time you can commit. General gardening, all tools supplied.

An onsite painter is needed at Albany's Historic Whaling Station. You may also work in the wildlife park, and you will assist the onsite maintenance team. 5 hours one day a week is required, and you will be paid $40 for your fuel costs. Onsite OH&S Training will be conducted.

Do you have a love of trains? We are looking for versatile volunteers and have several different positions to fill: Driver / Guard / Signaller / Maintenance Crew and the Kiosk. In each of these positions you can also assist with roles such as customer service, public direction, ticket collection, signal operation, guard, maintenance crew etc. and eventually the elevation to 'Train Driver' for those who are interested.

An administration assistant is needed to support the General Manager and company secretary to maintain the important work and cultural significance of the Australian jazz museum. Must have experience in MS Office and be willing to train in the use of Salesforce. General maintenance of the museum when required and assisting with group tours.

Museum work with a difference! Helping visitors to enjoy an old fashioned tram ride - training supplied.

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills. Do you love history, art, antiques and meeting people? Are you passionate about the conservation of Tasmania’s heritage? Would you like to volunteer with friendly like-minded people?

NOTE: Retail Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills Would you like to meet people from all over the world? Would you like to gain customer service and retail skill? Do you like to help people? Why not get retail experience and a referee from a highly credible global brand?

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills. Do you love history, art, antiques and meeting people? Are you passionate about the conservation of Tasmania’s heritage? Would you like to volunteer with friendly like-minded people?

NOTE: Retail Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills Would you like to meet people from all over the world? Would you like to gain customer service and retail skill? Do you like to help people? Why not get retail experience and a referee from a highly credible global brand?

Pandemonium, the incredible audio and visual experience at the Hobart Convict Penitentiary requires enthusiastic Visitor Experience Officers

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills Do you love history, art, antiques and meeting people? Would you like to support the conservation of Tasmania’s heritage? Do you love to entertain and educate? National Trust Tasmania is currently recruiting Guest Service Volunteers.

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills. Do you love history, art, antiques and meeting people? Are you passionate about the conservation of Tasmania’s heritage? Would you like to volunteer with friendly like-minded people?

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills Home Hill was the family home of Australian Prime Minister Joseph Lyons, his wife Dame Enid Lyons – the first woman elected to Australia’s federal parliament – and their 12 children. ? National Trust Tasmania requires enthusiastic Guest Service volunteers to join this after hours experience.

NOTE: Guest Service Volunteers MUST have well developed English speaking skills Do you love history, art and antiques? Are you passionate about the conservation of Tasmania’s heritage? Would you like to volunteer with friendly like-minded people?