Volunteer

Would you like to contribute to the work of the National Trust and its mission to conserve and interpret Western Australia’s unique heritage by becoming a volunteer?

Our volunteers are involved in a range of different activities according to their skills and interests. These include:

• opening our properties for the enjoyment of the public
• assisting with caring for our collections or
• gardening to keep our grounds in order.
• assisting with marketing and promotion
• helping out at events and other programs.

National Trust properties can be found throughout Perth, the South West and Goldfields.

How do I become a volunteer?

Our next information sessions are available now 29 March 5:30 OR 1 April 2:30  book your session here

Volunteering opportunities

Conservation cleaning call out.
Conservation cleaning involved the care of heritage collections by using internationally recognised best practice methods for protecting and preserving artefacts and interiors. We are currently looking for a team of eight volunteers to help in artefact and interior cleaning.

Meet and Greet volunteers

Facilitate a visit to our properties and educate our community on the importance of our properties and our heritage

Student volunteers – if you have admin or computer skills and are interested in our Significant Trees project

Any questions contact Mrs Bronwen Channon at volunteers@ntwa.com.au or (08) 9321 6088.

Come to an information session

Information sessions are scheduled for 29 March 5:30 OR 1 April 2:30  book your session here

Requirements

All volunteers must complete a registration and national police clearance,(Form here) paid for by the National Trust. Volunteers must have a mobile phone, email address and be comfortable using computers.

Volunteers generally need to be able to make a regular commitment.

What we offer you

Our volunteers are involved in a range of different activities according to their skills and interests. The National Trust will provide both formal and informal training relevant to the role you play.

Volunteers join a community that is passionate about our shared cultural and natural heritage, which connects with social events and regular newsletters.

What your commitment means to us

The National Trust simply couldn’t do what we do without our dedicated volunteers. Their generous contributions ensure locals and tourists alike get to delve into the fascinating history and heritage of our state through visits to our places, and participating in events at well cared for and presented places.

We are glad to be growing a community committed to Western Australian heritage, which inspires others to think about their connection to the stories of our state.