Volunteer Opportunities

Organisation: Whitehead Railway Museum / Railway Preservation Society of Ireland

Location: Whitehead, Co Antrim

Hours: Flexible

Contract: Volunteer

Volunteer with Whitehead Railway Museum / Railway Preservation Society of Ireland

We are inviting expressions of interest from individuals who would like to get involved in preserving and promoting Ireland’s rich railway heritage through volunteering.

We are a volunteer-run organisation dedicated to preserving, conserving and restoring historic railway vehicles from the era when steam trains were common. Our volunteers help keep Irish railway heritage alive through work at Whitehead Railway Museum and across the wider Railway Preservation Society of Ireland.

Opportunities available

We are currently promoting a wide range of volunteer opportunities across Whitehead Railway Museum and the Railway Preservation Society of Ireland.

We expect to be promoting approximately 25 to 50 volunteer opportunities across areas including operations, education, events, maintenance, administration, marketing and educational outreach.

There are a wide variety of roles available, from customer-facing and visitor support positions to hands-on operational and restoration roles. These include opportunities in:

Restoration and maintenance of historic locomotives and carriages
Tour guiding and visitor engagement
Exhibition and event support
Administration and committee support
Marketing and educational outreach
Train operations, catering, shop support and cleaning

These opportunities may suit individuals who want to gain practical experience, develop new skills, meet new people and play a meaningful role in protecting an important part of Ireland’s heritage.

Why volunteer with us?

Volunteering with us is an opportunity to become part of a passionate and purpose-driven organisation where there is something for everyone.

By volunteering with us, you can:

Gain valuable hands-on experience
Learn new skills and receive training
Meet new people and be part of a friendly team
Contribute to a worthwhile cause
Help preserve Ireland’s railway heritage for future generations

You do not need previous railway experience to get involved, and training is provided based on the area you are interested in. Volunteers are generally aged 18 or over, although there are some pathways for younger volunteers in Whitehead. Some roles may also require membership, medical disclosure or AccessNI / GAVF checks depending on the nature of the work.

How to Apply

To apply, click Apply Now.

You will be taken directly to our website, where you can find out more about our volunteer opportunities and how to get involved with our team.

Railway Preservation Society of Ireland

New Opportunities

Volunteer with Whitehead Railway Museum / Railway Preservation Society of Ireland