A small crew of volunteers keeps the Canberra Community Toolbox humming - helping members find what they need, checking items in and out, and making sure everything's ready for the next shift. It's friendly, easy-going - if occasionally a little hectic during busy times - and you'll quickly get to know the regulars.

You don't need to know one end of a drill from the other.  What matters is that you're comfortable with a computer, happy to have a chat and help people out, and can lift up to 15kg.

What a shift looks like:
You'll spend your time processing loans and returns using our borrowing platform (including preparing items to go out, and checking in returned items and putting them back in place) and keeping the space tidy and organised - all under the guidance of an experienced shift supervisor.

Time commitment:
Shifts are Saturday 10am – 1pm or Thursday 5pm – 7:30pm. Most volunteers do one shift a fortnight, but we're flexible - life happens. We'd be happy with once a month!

What you'll need:
A current Working With Vulnerable People Card (they're available from Access Canberra and FREE if you're a volunteer).

Next steps:
Ready to apply? Click on the "Fill in an application" button on this page. If you still have questions, contact us any time: communitytoolboxcbr.org/contact

Be part of something that's getting items into the hands of people who need them, minimising waste, and helping us all live more sustainably.

Do you enjoy driving and want to help bring the Toolbox to Canberrans who can't easily make it to Watson? The Tool Bus takes reserved items to members across the city, making the Toolbox accessible to more of the community - and you'd be the one making it happen.

It's a sociable, active role with a clear sense of purpose. You'll be out and about across Canberra on a Saturday morning, meeting Toolbox members at their local stop and getting items into their hands.

What a shift looks like:
You'll start at Watson at around 8:30am, packing the bus with items reserved for pickup, then drive to two stops - 
1. Minns Place, Weston: 10am - 11am
2. Fadden Pines, Tuggeranong: 11:30am - 12:30pm

At each stop, you'll wait for members to drop by and pick up their reserved items, or return items they're finished with. Once the run is done, you'll head back to Watson.

Time commitment:
One Saturday morning when you can make it. We're flexible - once a fortnight is wonderful, once a month is genuinely helpful.

What you'll need:
Experience as a Toolbox assistant, a current full driver's licence, confidence driving a loaded van, and a current Working With Vulnerable People Card (available from Access Canberra and FREE for volunteers). You'll also need to be comfortable with a bit of lifting.

Next steps:
Ready to apply? Click on the "Fill in an application" button on this page. If you still have questions, contact us any time: communitytoolboxcbr.org/contact

Be part of something that's getting items into the hands of people who need them, minimising waste, and helping us all live more sustainably.

Got a knack for fixing things? The Toolbox has hundreds of tools and pieces of equipment that need someone like you to keep them in good shape - assessed, maintained, and ready for the next member who needs them.

This is a satisfying, hands-on role where your practical skills make a direct difference. You'll work at your own pace, and there's always something interesting to diagnose.

What you'll do:
Carry out repairs and scheduled maintenance on tools and equipment (non-electrical), and assess items to make sure they're safe and ready to borrow.

Time commitment:
Flexible - we can work around you. This role doesn't need to be tied to our regular opening hours, so if you'd rather come in on a weekday or do a longer occasional session than a regular short one, let's talk.

What you'll need:
Practical repair experience (no formal qualifications required for non-electrical work), and a current Working With Vulnerable People Card (they're available from Access Canberra and FREE if you're a volunteer). 

Next steps:
Ready to apply? Click on the "Fill in an application" button on this page. If you still have questions, contact us any time: communitytoolboxcbr.org/contact

Be part of something that's getting items into the hands of people who need them, minimising waste, and helping us all live more sustainably.

The Repair Cafe is one of the liveliest things we do - one Saturday afternoon a month, people bring in broken and beloved objects and our volunteer repairers work their magic. As a Helper, you're one of the crucial people who make the whole thing flow.

It's a warm, buzzy atmosphere and a great way to be part of the Toolbox community without needing any technical or repairing skills at all.

What you'll do:
As part of a small group, help set up and pack down the space, welcome visitors, keep the queue moving fairly, and chat with people while they wait - including a quick exit survey to see how things turned out.

Time commitment:
Toolbox Repair Cafes operate just one afternoon a month - the last Saturday, 2pm - 5pm. We'd love your help at every one, but even every second month would be fantastic!

What you'll need:
A friendly attitude and a current Working With Vulnerable People Card (they're available from Access Canberra and FREE if you're a volunteer).

Next steps:
Ready to apply? Click on the "Fill in an application" button on this page. If you still have questions, contact us any time: communitytoolboxcbr.org/contact

Be part of something that's restoring items for people who love and need them, keeping things out of landfill, and helping us all live more sustainably.

If you can fix things - whether that's electronics, clothing, furniture, bikes, jewellery, or anything in between - the Toolbox Repair Cafe wants to hear from you. Once a month (or every second month if that suits your schedule better), you'll sit down with Canberrans and their broken things and do what you do best, with the added bonus (when the moment's right) of teaching people how to make repairs themselves.

It's genuinely rewarding work. People arrive anxious about a broken lamp or a favourite jacket and leave relieved and grateful - and you made that happen.

What you'll do:
Diagnose the appropriate fix and repair items brought in by visitors, give advice, and share your skills where appropriate. Repairers of all kinds are welcome - the more diverse the skills around the table, the better.

Time commitment:
Toolbox Repair Cafes operate just one afternoon a month - the last Saturday, 2pm - 5pm. We'd love your help at every one, but even every second month would be fantastic! 

What you'll need: Relevant skills and experience in your area of repair. A current electrical licence is required for electrical repairs. All volunteers need a current Working With Vulnerable People Card (they're available from Access Canberra and FREE if you're a volunteer).

Next steps:
Ready to apply? Click on the "Fill in an application" button on this page. If you still have questions, contact us any time: communitytoolboxcbr.org/contact

Be part of something that's restoring items for people who love and need them, keeping things out of landfill, and helping us all live more sustainably.