Defence Force volunteering

A new volunteer program

Welcoming Defence Force veterans

THE AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL MARITIME MUSEUM, in conjunction with our major partner Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation, is proud to announce a new and exciting collaboration. This will involve the expansion of the museum’s existing volunteer program, with the development and implementation of a Defence volunteering program designed to engage and welcome new Defence Force veterans as volunteers to the museum.

The expansion of the museum’s volunteer program represents a fantastic opportunity for the museum and CSC to assist Australian Defence Force veterans by providing training, support, experience and recognition as they transition to civilian life, retirement or employment beyond the Defence Force. Importantly, this collaboration also seeks to provide a greater sense of belonging and community connection among participants. While veterans will have the opportunity to contribute to existing positions, a range of new and diverse volunteer roles is also being developed across the museum. These positions will be matched to applicants to ensure a good fit between existing skill level, experience, interests and preferences, as well as the potential to provide opportunity for growth and learning. It’s hoped this exciting initiative will lead to further collaborations between like-minded organisations, which will allow the museum to further expand the program.

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A program is being designed to engage and welcome new Defence Force veterans as volunteers to the museum

ANMM volunteers Paul Gardiner and John Withers with Vice Admiral Michael Noonan AO RAN at the announcement of the new Defence Force volunteering program, 18 May 2022. Image Marinco Kojdanovski

Volunteer roles

Here are some of the jobs volunteers can do at the museum: Tour guide Enhance the visitor experience by engaging and providing information and advice about museum collections, exhibitions, and outdoor exhibits such as the historic fleet. Fleet maintenance Work alongside our shipkeepers and shipwrights to help preserve our fleet. Sailing hand Train alongside crew members to support the museum’s tall ships as sailing crew. Project assistant Help design, build and present upcoming exhibitions and programs. As well as learning new skills and developing experience, volunteers can also access a range of social and educational activities as part of the museum’s team. If you or someone you know would like to find out more about volunteering, please visit sea.museum/volunteer.