We’re on a mission to inspire and educate our community to live more sustainably, and we’d love you to be part of it. The Eco Centre is still young – just three years old – but we’re growing quickly and strengthening our impact across South Canterbury and beyond.
Volunteering with us means being part of something unique and special for our region. You’ll join a passionate team, contribute to hands-on community projects, and help shape a hub that encourages kaitiakitanga, creativity, and environmental education.
We are currently looking for four key volunteer roles, each with different levels of commitment and skills. We’re flexible and would love to kick-start these positions whenever works best for you between now and the end of January.
Volunteer Roles
Repair Café Host
Frequency: Every 2nd Sunday of the month
What you’ll do:
- Welcome visitors and explain how the Repair Café works
- Check in with volunteer repairers each month to confirm availability
- Share photos, attendance numbers, and repair data with Alice
- Bring ideas and inspiration to continue the growth of the Repair Café
- Ongoing support from Repair Café Aotearoa and Alice
Who it suits:
Someone organised, approachable, and happy to chat—no repair skills needed!
Displays Creator
Frequency: Every 3 months
What you’ll do:
- Plan and design a display for inside the Eco Centre
- Discuss your ideas with Alice to ensure they align with Centre priorities
- Create posters, graphics, and display materials (Canva support available)
- Most of this role can be completed from home
Who it suits:
A creative person who loves visual storytelling and communicating sustainability ideas.
Lead Gardener
What you’ll do:
- Oversee the Eco Centre’s garden plan and seasonal tasks
- Coordinate with trustees and garden volunteers
- Ensure weeding, planting, and general garden care stays on track
- Work in your own time and help guide the team
Who it suits:
Someone with native gardening confidence and a passion for leading others in hands-on mahi outdoors.
Eco Centre Cleaner
Frequency: Every 2–3 weeks
What you’ll do:
- Clean the toilets, kitchen, and general surfaces
- Do occasional dusting and tidy-ups
- Optional: window cleaning (can be done at working bees if preferred)
- Communicate with Alice and the team for support and guidance
- Help keep the Eco Centre welcoming and looking its best
Who it suits:
A reliable person who enjoys creating clean, tidy spaces that support community use.
Contact
Alice Brice at the Eco Centre
Email admin@scecocentre.org.nz
Phone 0273228177
