BUILDING & GROUNDS MAINTENANCE VOLUNTEERS

An Accredited Museum and award winning visitor attraction, Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome is a charity and the largest surviving Great War aerodrome in Europe.

The museum is a centre for volunteering and with the assistance of over 100 volunteers we deliver a wide range of educational and fundraising events each year that are designed to appeal to families, aviation enthusiasts, historians, school parties and other youth groups. 

We also open to the public most weekends throughout the year.

We are looking for volunteers to keep our buildings and surrounding grounds safe and looking their best for our visitors 

Volunteers undertake a wide range of tasks throughout the year including:

• Upkeep and maintenance of our Great War buildings.
  This includes painting, plumbing and electrical work. 
• Upkeep of our grounds. 
  This includes maintenance of our extensive grassed areas and the car park.
• Upkeep of machinery and motor vehicles
• We also have a large wildlife area and an allotment garden that require regular attention

We have many volunteers on site.
Some have specific skills and experience relating to the above tasks, but this is not essential.

Tools and materials are provided by us.

Job-specific training is provided when needed.

What skills do I need?

Could this role be perfect for you? 

• A friendly and enthusiastic team player
• Good practical skills
• Takes a pride in their work and the work of others
• Reliable
• Able to follow instructions and training 
• Flexible and happy to take on a variety of tasks

Relevant qualifications for skilled jobs such as electrical or plumbing work would be an advantage but are not a requirement.

A knowledge of Manual Handling and Health & Safety at sites would be beneficial but full training will be given as required.

Interests

• Arts, Heritage and Entertainment
• Civic Responsibility and Communities
• Environment
• Fitness and Sport
• No specific interest
• Wildlife and Animals

Activities

• Driving
• First Aid
• Fundraising and Finance
• Gardening
• General Helping
• Local Events
• Practical Skills
• Supporting Charities