Volunteering vacancies

Help turn our restoration plans into real progress on the ground by keeping planning and construction working in step. What you’ll be doing You’ll help turn plans into action by shaping clear work packages, coordinating closely with our construction volunteers, and keeping information flowing between everyone involved. You’ll support the planning and sequencing of work, using simple visual schedules…Find Out More

Can you will help secure the funding that keeps our restoration work moving? What you’ll be doing You’ll work with trustees and volunteers to support a range of fundraising activities — from appeals and sponsorships, community giving and grant applications. You’ll help research opportunities, prepare materials, draft and submit grant bids, track donations, thank supporters and keep our fundraising…Find Out More

Help bring our canal restoration story to life by shaping the events that connect us with our community. We’re looking for someone organised, creative and calm under pressure to help plan and deliver the events that showcase our work and inspire support. What you’ll be doing Coordinator role: You’ll help plan and coordinate a wide range of Trust events…Find Out More

Care about good governance and helping a charity run smoothly behind the scenes? We’re looking for someone to support our leadership team as we restore the Lichfield and Hatherton Canals. We’re looking for a highly organised, calm and community‑minded leader to take on a combined vice chair and company secretary role. This is a rare opportunity to support a…Find Out More

Are you passionate about heritage, engineering, or seeing real progress on the ground?We are looking for a Construction & Operations (C&O) Trustee to help lead the restoration of our historic canal route. This is a key leadership role for someone who enjoys problem‑solving, planning, and working with people. You don’t need formal qualifications — just the right experience, good…Find Out More

We run our own events and join others throughout the year to raise awareness and vital funds. You can help plan and organise behind the scenes, or simply turn up on the day to lend a hand — setting up, chatting to visitors, recruiting new supporters, selling merchandise, or even baking cakes. However you get involved, you’ll be part…Find Out More