Volunteer positions
We are excited that you would like to join us. Together, we can create a better life for New Zealand’s animals.
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Fill the Bucket Street Appeal Volunteer
Timaru
SPCA’s Fill the Bucket Street Appeal is back on Friday 30 and Saturday 31 October 2026! Help raise vital funds for animals in need. -
Specialist Skills Volunteer
Timaru
Do you have a specialist skill and want to use your talents to help animals? We’re looking for volunteers who can use their expertise to -
Op Shop Volunteer (Timaru)
We are looking for helping hands in our Op Shops. If you are 15 years+ and want to gain some retail and customer service -
Dog and Puppy Fosterer
Timaru
Do you love dogs and puppies and want to make a real difference from home? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe space for -
Cat and Kitten Fosterer
Timaru
Do you love cats and kittens and want to make a real difference from home? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe, nurturing space -
Farm Fosterer
Timaru
Do you have space and experience to care for farm animals? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe, rural environment for animals. -
Equine Fosterer
Timaru
Do you have space and experience to care for horses? As a Foster Parent, you’ll provide a safe, rural environment for horses needing to recover. -
General Animal Care Volunteer
Timaru
Do you love animals and want to make a real difference? Join us as an Animal Care Volunteer and help with the daily care and -
General Centre Support Volunteer
Timaru
Do you want to make a difference in the lives of animals by helping behind the scenes? Our Centre Support team plays a vital -
Centre Administration Volunteer
Timaru
Are you a friendly, approachable person who’s comfortable talking to people and working with computers and administrative systems? Your contribution ensures our centre runs smoothly -
Gardening Volunteer
Timaru
Are you a practical, hands-on person who enjoys rolling up your sleeves? Help us keep our centre grounds and animal areas tidy and looking their -
Repairs and Maintenance Volunteer
Timaru
Are you handy and great at fixing things? Join our Maintenance Volunteers and help keep our centres safe, functional, and welcoming for animals and people -
Driver Volunteer
Timaru
Do you enjoy being out on the road and want to make a difference for animals in your community? -
Events and Fundraising Volunteer
Timaru
Are you looking for a fun, flexible way to make a difference for animals? Event volunteering is a great option for those who want to
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The SPCA New Zealand Team