Upcoming Volunteer Vacancies at PBS

 

Opportunities to volunteer in 2026 are coming up, but before we get there, we want to say a big THANK YOU to the volunteers who helped deliver Drive Live to the community. APPLAUSE for the volunteer crew: Amy, Ashley, Barbarella, Cameron, Celia, Chloe, Hugo, Jill, Karsi, Kieron, Kristen, Kurtis, Lauren, Lucia, Matthew, Mia, Nell, Pascale, Rowan, Sebastian, Sophie and Worm.

 

This week‑long, on‑air live music celebration spotlit incredible local artists: Krakatau, Parvyn, Dr Sure's Unusual Practice, Miss Kaninna, Brown Spirits, Bumpy, BUGHUNT, Civic, Owelu Dreamhouse and Gut Health. The event coincided with the annual Performer Drive - which was a great success thanks to the great support of PBS volunteers, prize donors and members. The lucky winners have now been announced.

Thanks to everyone who expressed interest in the Reception roles. CHEERS to Tyra, and Laxmi who we will miss, since they recently left the Reception desk roles due to other commitments. To fill these big boots, we’ve welcomed new trainees to the front desk. GRATITUDE to all volunteers who keep this central connection point running for volunteers, listeners, guests, visitors and staff.

On‑air, we’ve heard some changes: Mitch from Through The Collapse has departed the PBS grid after over 14 years of volunteer service. Matt Schenkel recently joined with his program Game Jams. Our monthly rotating program Test Pressing transitioned from Golden Hour with Mendoza into Out on a Funky Trip presented by Stuckey. Earlier in March, we had a huge International Women’s Day with an excellent team of volunteer announcers on the airwaves.

 

2026 RADIO FESTIVAL VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The PBS Radio Festival — our annual fundraiser — runs on‑air from May 18–31. This campaign raises essential funds to support our operating costs. We encourage listeners to purchase or renew their memberships in May and June.

Members go into daily and major prize draws. The prizes are donated by generous and incredible local businesses. Membership types (Passionate+) include a T‑shirt, and all include a member card and sticker.

The collective support of members, volunteers and prize donors keeps the station running for another year. We’re looking for volunteers to help fold and send T‑shirts and membership kits. See more below.

 

 

Radio Festival Weeknight Shift – May

We’re looking for volunteers to help out at PBS from Mon 18 May to Thurs 28 May, between 6:00pm and 8:00pm. These short 2–4 person shifts are a great opportunity to get a behind‑the‑scenes look at the station, meet some of the PBS team, and lend a hand during a busy period.

What you’ll be doing:

* Contribute to a welcoming, positive vibe at the station
* Assisting with light admin tasks
* Folding T-shirts to specification or packing memberships accurately
* Meeting and supporting PBS volunteers and staff

This is primarily a standing role, but we’re happy to make adjustments if you need to be seated.
For full details, please refer to the position description. Apply here to volunteer.

 

Radio Festival Weekend Shift – May

If weekends work better for you, there are opportunities to volunteer at PBS Sat 23 May, Sun 24 May, Sat 30 May & Sun 31 May — 2:00pm–4:30pm. These short 4–6 person shifts are a great opportunity to get a behind‑the‑scenes look at the station, meet some of the PBS team, and lend a hand during a busy period.

What you’ll be doing:

* Contribute to a welcoming, positive vibe at the station
* Assisting with light admin tasks
* Folding T-shirts to specification or packing memberships accurately
* Meeting and supporting PBS volunteers and staff

This is primarily a standing role, but we’re happy to make adjustments if you need to be seated.
For full details, please refer to the position description. Apply here to volunteer.

 

Radio Festival Weekday Shifts – May, June & July

A successful Radio Festival means packing memberships until we can’t pack any more! That’s exactly what we’re aiming for, and with optimism on our side, we’re scheduling packing shifts on Wednesdays and Fridays throughout May to July. If you’d like to lend a hand, we have several shifts available.
The role involves:

* Volunteering as part of the team
* Folding T‑shirts to specification
* Accurately packing memberships 
* Preparing items for dispatch, and helping with stock counts

Volunteers also contribute to the positive vibe at the station while enjoying some great tunes.
This is primarily a standing role, but we’re happy to make adjustments if you need to be seated.
For full details, please refer to the position description. Apply here to volunteer.

 

As more volunteer vacancies come up, we'll publish them here - watch this space

 

Reclink Community Cup Volunteers

The 2026 Reclink Community Cup will be held on Sunday June 14. It's the huge fundraising event that sees musicians vs community radio folk on the footy field. Music, high jinks, faces. It's a great way to see what 10,000 community radio supporters look like in one place, and it's ace to feel part of community.  Volunteer opportunities will launch soon via the Reclink website. Volunteers will need a current WWCC — available free of charge for volunteers via Service Victoria.

This year’s volunteer roles span a wide range, including:
•    Event Media – Photography, videography, social coverage
•    Bar Staff – RSA required
•    Site Operations – Setup, packdown, and event support
•    Gate Staff – Welcoming attendees and managing entry
•    Guest Entry Support – Assisting VIPs, performers and teams
•    Sports Therapy Team – Physios, osteopaths, massage therapists, trainers
•    Admin Support – Lead up tasks at the Reclink Australia office in South Melbourne
•    ...and more!

Explore available roles and register through the BeCollective Portal:
https://fundraise.reclink.org/event/community-cup
https://app.becollective.com/groups/64224c52db8e3d0d8a49d2ae/profile
 

 

2026 PBS ANNOUNCER COURSE EOIs

As you may know, PBS is a specialist music radio station with a vision to amplify under-represented music and support the local music community. If you would like to volunteer as a PBS announcer, feel you’d be a musical fit, have a great show idea that aligns with our strategic direction, and have the time to commit, we encourage you to apply for the PBS Announcer Course. If you would like to receive more information, please email .

 

2026 WORK EXPERIENCE PLACEMENT EOIs

PBS offers seven dedicated weeks of high school work experience placements (duration 1 week) each year. Students are paired in groups of two and get the chance to learn all about PBS — from developing a program concept and making a demo in our studios, to assisting with the day-to-day operations of the station and more. Work experience hours are Monday to Friday, 11am–3pm. Students interested in applying should email  for details on how to submit an application. We have openings for July, August 24-28, September and October 2026. 

RECENT HAPPENINGS AT PBS 

Collingwood Yards and surrounds

 

 

 

 

 

 

In the PBS Studios