ENJOY THE BEST VIEW IN TOWN AS WE CROWN THE NATIONAL CYCLING CHAMPIONS
Ballarat will ring in the 2022 cycling calendar with the battle for the green and gold jersey at the Federation University Road National Championships.
With events including para-cycling and community events, 2022 is going to be the biggest Road Nationals to date, and we need your help to make it unforgettable!
The program consists of 50+ races across 5 days. With over 500 shifts to be covered and varied shift times across the week, there’s something to suit everyone!
volunteer roles on offer
course marshals
Course Marshals help ensure the safety of the event. They are assigned to designated areas along the racecourse to help ensure that, throughout the race, the course is safe for riders to compete on. We encourage you to have a book and picnic chair so you can be comfortable throughout your shift.
Signage Assistant
The signage team install the mesh signage outlined in the signage plan. Signage will need to be as accurate as possible when positioning.
parking marshal
As a parking marshal, you will assist all competitors and spectators into designated car spaces and ensure the whole area is utilised efficiently.
Pedestrian crossing marshal
You will be deployed at pedestrian crossing locations which are high foot-traffic areas. You will need to keep the course clear of spectators while the race is approaching and traveling through these areas. Assist spectators and public with safely crossing the road, while also ensuring the safety of the cyclists.
general assistance
This shift is perfect for our all-rounders. If you are happy to do any jobs throughout the day, this is for you! On the day, you could be doing a range of jobs including signage assistant, course or parking marshal or working at the pedestrian crossings
FIRST TIME Volunteering?
VOLUNTEERED WITH US BEFORE?
what we provide
- $50 per shift allowance, provided to your club/group for volunteering
- FREE event branded exclusive volunteer shirt and cap
- FREE lunch and/or breakfast (depending on your shift)
- Pre-event training – also at check-in, volunteers will receive a briefing and be shown their location and specific duties
- An opportunity to be included in the group photo with the Road Nationals Champion
- Student? We will sign off on any applicable placement hours that you may have
- Be part of the TEAM, there isn’t anything quite like the experience of volunteering at a National level event. Come and see for yourself!
Still Not convinced?
See what these volunteers had to say about their volunteer experience at the Federation University Road National Championships!
Any questions? Please get in touch with Sue at workforce@gtrevents.com.au or join our Facebook group!
