All meals are fully catered with vegan, GF, peanut free. Unfortunately we cannot cater for any dietaries outside of these. Please get in touch if you have dietaries outside of those listed above:

To avoid food wastage and assist our kitchen in catering can you please let us know which meals you will require. Please remember to bring a container for your lunch to be packed in!

As a Merchandise Desk Assistant, you will help with the operation of our merchandise desk during the event.

Setting Up Merch Desk: At the start of your shift, you will collaborate with fellow volunteers and event staff to set up the merchandise desk area. This involves arranging merchandise displays, ensuring proper signage, and preparing the point-of-sale (POS) system for transactions.

Running Merch Desk: Throughout your shift, you will be the friendly face behind the merchandise desk, assisting event participants and visitors with their purchases.

POS System Operation: You will be trained on operating the point-of-sale system to process transactions efficiently. Handling cash, credit card payments, and providing accurate change will be part of your responsibility.

Recording Sales: Keeping track of sales is crucial for inventory management and financial reporting. Record each transaction and ensure that all sales are accurately documented.

Restocking System: As items are sold, you'll be responsible for monitoring merchandise levels and restocking items to maintain a well-organized display throughout the event.

As an Information Desk Assistant, you will be providing essential assistance and valuable information to event participants. Your warm and welcoming demeanor, combined with your knowledge of the event's details, will ensure that everyone has a memorable and fulfilling experience.

Welcoming Visitors: Greet event participants and visitors with a friendly and approachable attitude. Offer a warm welcome, answer questions, and provide general information about the BioBlitz.

Event Information: Be well-informed about the event's schedule, activities, and locations. Assist attendees in finding information.

Answering Inquiries: Respond to a wide range of inquiries from attendees, including directions, facility locations, survey options, and nearby amenities.

Distributing Materials: Hand out event maps, schedules, and any other relevant materials to help attendees navigate takayna BioBlitz smoothly.

Engaging with the Public: Engage with event participants and visitors in a positive and proactive manner. Encourage them to explore various activities and attractions throughout the event.

Handling Lost & Found Items: Assist in managing the lost and found area, ensuring that lost items are logged, stored securely, and returned to their rightful owners when claimed.

Collaborating with Event Staff: Work closely with event organizers and other volunteers to ensure a cohesive flow of information and a seamless event experience.

Providing Accessibility Information: Offer guidance on accessibility options and accommodations available to individuals with specific needs or requirements.

Troubleshooting and Escalation: Address and resolve minor issues or direct more complex matters to the appropriate event personnel for further assistance.

As a member of the Waste Management & Event Restocking Team, you will play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and organization of takayna BioBlitz. Your efforts will help create a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants and visitors.

Waste Collection: Help keep the event area clean and litter-free by actively collecting and disposing of trash and recyclables in designated bins.

General Clean-Up: Assist in maintaining the overall cleanliness of the event grounds, including common areas, restrooms, and seating areas.

Recycling Advocacy: Encourage event attendees to participate in recycling efforts by providing information and guidance on proper waste separation.

Restocking Supplies: Keep a close eye on supply levels and restock event materials such as brochures, handouts, and informational materials as needed.

Supporting Event Staff: Collaborate with event organizers and other volunteers to ensure that waste collection and restocking activities align with the event schedule and requirements.

Health & Safety: Follow all safety guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others.

As a member of the Car Cleaning Crew, you will be responsible for ensuring that vehicles used during the BioBlitz event are kept clean and presentable. Your attention to detail and dedication to maintaining a professional appearance will contribute to a positive impression for all attendees and participants.

Vehicle Cleaning: Clean event vehicles, including cars, vans, and other designated transportation, to maintain a tidy and polished appearance. In particular on Sunday after the last survey to ready the cars for rental return.

Interior Cleaning: Pay special attention to cleaning the interiors of the vehicles, removing any trash, debris, or personal belongings left behind by passengers.

Restocking Supplies: Ensure that cleaning supplies, such as cleaning agents, towels, and trash bags, are well-stocked and readily available for the cleaning crew.

Collaborating with Event Staff: Work closely with event organizers and other volunteers to coordinate cleaning schedules and respond to transportation needs.

Health & Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols while performing car cleaning tasks.

As the Car Key Manager, you will be entrusted with an essential responsibility during the BioBlitz event – managing the distribution and retrieval of vehicle keys for event transportation. Your meticulous organizational skills and attention to detail will ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the transportation system.

Key Distribution: Facilitate the organized distribution of vehicle keys to authorized drivers at the designated times and locations.

Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of key assignments, noting the names of drivers, vehicle details, and time of key handover.

Key Retrieval: Coordinate the timely return of vehicle keys from drivers after their use, ensuring all keys are accounted for.

Communication: Work closely with the Car Cleaning Crew and event staff to coordinate key handovers and ensure the availability of cleaned vehicles for the next scheduled use.

Managing Key Storage: Safely store and secure vehicle keys when not in use to prevent any misplacement or unauthorized access.

Addressing Issues: Be responsive to any issues or concerns related to key distribution and retrieval, promptly resolving discrepancies or addressing key-related emergencies.

Collaborating with Event Staff: Work in conjunction with event organizers and transportation coordinators to align key management with the event schedule and transportation needs.

Health & Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols while managing and handling vehicle keys.

As an IT Tech Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing technical support and assistance during the BioBlitz event. Your knowledge and expertise in IT systems will ensure that all technology-related aspects run smoothly, enabling a seamless and enjoyable experience for event participants and organizers.

Technical Support: Offer on-site technical support to attendees and event staff for any IT-related issues, such as connectivity problems, software glitches, or hardware malfunctions.

Equipment Setup: Assist in setting up and configuring IT equipment, including computers, projectors, audio-visual systems, and other devices needed for presentations and workshops.

Troubleshooting: Diagnose and troubleshoot technical problems quickly and effectively, seeking solutions to minimize disruptions and downtime.

Audio-Visual Support: Assist in managing audio-visual presentations and equipment during workshops, seminars, and other event activities.

Collaborating with Event Staff: Work closely with event organizers and other volunteers to align IT support with event schedules and specific technical requirements.

As a Kitchen Hand, you will play an essential role in supporting the catering team during the BioBlitz event. Your assistance in the kitchen will help ensure that delicious meals are prepared and served efficiently, contributing to the overall enjoyment and satisfaction of event participants and volunteers.

Key Responsibilities:

Food Preparation: Assist in food preparation tasks, such as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables, and helping with other pre-cooking activities as directed by the kitchen staff.

Cooking Support: Provide support to the chefs by helping with cooking tasks, such as monitoring stove-tops, oven timers.

Plating and Presentation: Assist in plating dishes.

Dishwashing: Help with the washing and drying of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Cleaning and Sanitization: Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen surfaces, equipment, and food storage areas throughout the event to uphold high hygiene standards.

Food Service Support: Assist with the service of meals and beverages during meal times.

Waste Management: Aid in proper waste disposal and recycling to minimize environmental impact and maintain a clean event area.

Health & Safety: Adhere to all food safety and hygiene guidelines to ensure the well-being of event participants.

As a Kitchen Hand, you will play an essential role in supporting the catering team during the BioBlitz event. Your assistance in the kitchen will help ensure that delicious meals are prepared and served efficiently, contributing to the overall enjoyment and satisfaction of event participants and volunteers.

Food Preparation: Assist in food preparation tasks, such as washing, peeling, and chopping vegetables, and helping with other pre-cooking activities as directed by the kitchen staff.

Cooking Support: Provide support to the chefs by helping with cooking tasks, such as monitoring stove-tops, oven timers.

Plating and Presentation: Assist in plating dishes.

Dishwashing: Help with the washing and drying of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment to maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Cleaning and Sanitization: Maintain the cleanliness of kitchen surfaces, equipment, and food storage areas throughout the event to uphold high hygiene standards.

Food Service Support: Assist with the service of meals and beverages during meal times.

Waste Management: Aid in proper waste disposal and recycling to minimize environmental impact and maintain a clean event area.

Health & Safety: Adhere to all food safety and hygiene guidelines to ensure the well-being of event participants.

As a Survey Site Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the scientists and survey leaders during their research activities at designated survey sites. Your proactive assistance and attention to detail will contribute to the successful execution of surveys and the accurate recording of data.

Key Responsibilities:

Assisting Scientists: Provide support to scientists and survey leaders during the surveys, helping with setting up equipment, explaining survey protocols, and addressing any questions or concerns.

Survey Group Care: Assist in looking after the survey group, ensuring that participants are comfortable, well-informed, and have the necessary resources to conduct their surveys effectively.

Head Count: Help conduct headcounts of survey participants before and after each survey session to ensure the safety and accountability of all participants.

Equipment Management: Assist in organizing and distributing survey equipment, making sure each survey group has the necessary tools and resources for their specific research tasks.

Data Recording: Collaborate with scientists and survey leaders in accurately recording data collected during the surveys, following established protocols and guidelines.

Data Entry: Help with data entry tasks, ensuring that all recorded data is accurately transcribed and organized for further analysis.

Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with survey leaders, scientists, and event organizers to relay important information and updates.

Health & Safety: Adhere to all safety guidelines and protocols during survey activities to ensure the well-being of all participants.

As a Scientist volunteer, you will be a key figure in leading and conducting surveys within your area of expertise during the BioBlitz event. Your knowledge and expertise will contribute significantly to the understanding and conservation of the natural environment. As a survey group leader, you will be responsible for guiding a group of 8 to 10 participants in their research activities and ensuring their safety throughout the surveys.

Survey Group Leadership: Lead a survey group of 8 to 10 participants, providing guidance on survey techniques, data collection methods, and the specific objectives of the research.

Expertise in Survey Techniques: Utilize your specialized knowledge and skills to conduct surveys effectively, ensuring accurate data collection and meaningful insights.

Group Accountability: Account for the well-being and presence of all members within your survey group, conducting headcounts before and after each survey session to ensure everyone's safety.

Equipment Management: Oversee the distribution and organization of survey equipment to ensure each participant has the necessary tools for their research tasks.

Data Collection: Lead the data collection process, supervising participants to ensure they follow established protocols and accurately record data.

Communication: Maintain clear communication with your survey group, event organizers, and other volunteers to relay important information and updates.

Encourage Engagement: Foster an environment of curiosity and enthusiasm, encouraging active participation and engagement from all members of your survey group.

Health & Safety: Prioritize the safety of your survey group by adhering to all safety guidelines and protocols during the surveys.

As an Event Set-Up Assistant, you will play a pivotal role in preparing the venue and necessary resources for the upcoming BioBlitz event. Your dedication and attention to detail will contribute to creating an organized and welcoming environment for both participants and organizers.

Key Responsibilities:

Venue Preparation: Arrive in Waratah on Wednesday, 21st November, to assist with the set-up of the event space. This may include arranging seating, installing event banners, and ensuring the overall venue is ready for participants.

Signage Arrangement: Help place directional and informative signage around the campgrounds to guide participants to various activities, workshops, and designated areas.

Equipment Organization: Assist in organizing and preparing equipment required by scientists for their surveys, ensuring they have the tools they need for successful research.

Merchandise Desk Setup: Contribute to the setup of the merchandise desk, arranging displays, setting up the point-of-sale system, and preparing for merchandise sales.

Information Booth Arrangement: Help set up the information booth, ensuring it's well-equipped with event schedules, maps, and other relevant materials for attendees.

Collaborating with Event Staff: Work closely with event organizers and fellow volunteers to ensure a cohesive setup process and alignment with event requirements.

Health & Safety: Prioritize safety during set-up activities, ensuring that all installations are secure and meet safety standards.

As a member of the Event Pack Down Crew, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth conclusion of the BioBlitz event by assisting with the dismantling and pack down of event infrastructure. Your commitment to staying until the end and helping with this crucial task will greatly contribute to the success of the overall event.

Key Responsibilities:

Venue Pack Down: Stay at the event venue until the end of the event on Sunday to assist with dismantling event installations, packing equipment, and cleaning up the area.

Survey Conclusion: As surveys conclude around midday on Sunday, continue to remain engaged and ready to contribute to the pack down process.

Collective Effort: Recognize the importance of this role in preventing a few individuals from being burdened with the entire load. Your participation ensures that many hands come together to complete the task efficiently..

Teamwork: Collaborate closely with fellow volunteers and event staff to ensure a coordinated and organized pack down process.

Fatigue Awareness: While this job can be physically demanding, your commitment to completing the task is highly valued. Remember that everyone's participation makes the task more manageable.

Equipment Handling: Safely handle and store event equipment and materials according to guidelines provided by event organizers.

Health & Safety: Prioritize safety during the pack down process, following all guidelines and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.

As a Driver and Vehicle Logistics Coordinator, you will play a vital role in ensuring safe and responsible transportation for the BioBlitz event. Your role involves collecting and returning a Budget Dual-cab 4 x 4 Ute or 12-seater van from Hobart, transporting participants to survey sites, as well as managing the vehicle's refueling and associated logistics. Your commitment to safe driving practices and attention to detail will contribute to the seamless execution of transportation plans.

Safe and Responsible Driving: Prioritize safe and responsible driving practices while operating the vehicle, ensuring the safety of passengers, cargo, and other road users..

Vehicle Collection and Return: Collect the designated vehicle (Budget Dual-cab 4 x 4 Ute or 12-seater van) from Hobart and return it to either Hobart or Wynyard as specified.

Valid Driver's License: Present your valid driver's license during vehicle pickup to meet the required documentation. Drivers must also be 25 years or over.

Vehicle Inspection: Conduct a basic inspection of the vehicle at pickup and return, noting any pre-existing damages and ensuring it is in good condition.

Fuel Refueling: Coordinate the refueling of the vehicle after surveys have finished each day, ensuring it is returned with a full tank of fuel to the rental company.

Expense Reimbursement: Keep track of fuel receipts and travel costs associated with the vehicle, as these expenses can be reimbursed by the event organizers.

Transportation Logistics: Utilize the vehicle to transport event-related items, equipment, or participants during the BioBlitz event.

Communication: Maintain clear communication with event organizers regarding vehicle logistics, pickup, return, and any relevant updates.

Vehicle Care: Handle the vehicle with care, ensuring it remains clean and well-maintained throughout its use.

Example Pick up and rop off:
Pick-up: Thursday, 21st November
Pick-up time: Between 9:00 AM - 1: 00 PM
Location: [Specified Location in Hobart]
Return: Between Monday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 25th November (or as specified)