Play your part to help and support seafarers around the world

Anyone can volunteer with us. If you have skills to share, some time to spare, and a passion for the welfare of others, we’d love to hear from you.

We offer several volunteer roles:

• Ship Visiting: Volunteer Ship Visitors visit ships in ports to help and support individual seafarers and crews. This can significantly help seafarers who face challenging working conditions and separation from loved ones.
• Volunteer Driving: Volunteer Drivers are vital for many seafarers. They help transport crew members from isolated ports to our Seafarers Centres, local shops, or other amenities.
• Seafarers Centre Volunteers: These volunteers help create a welcoming and relaxing environment in our centres, serving refreshments, assisting seafarers with internet access, and providing a listening ear.
• Volunteer Speaker: Speakers represent The Mission to Seafarers at community events, schools, and churches by sharing information about our work, the importance of seafarers in global trade, and how others can get involved or support our cause.

Volunteering is flexible—it doesn’t matter how much or how little time you have; everything counts. We may ask for a minimum commitment for specific roles, but this is outlined in the role description. 

No specific skills or experience are required. We welcome volunteers from all walks of life and provide training and support for your role 

Volunteers can claim reasonable expenses directly related to their volunteer duties. We understand that volunteering shouldn’t be a financial burden, so we offer reimbursement for eligible expenses, such as travel costs to and from your volunteer site.

While The Mission to Seafarers is a Christian organisation, for most volunteer roles we welcome volunteers from all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to supporting seafarers. For some roles, such as a volunteer speaker, you will need to be a Christian, as this involves speaking in churches. 

No maritime experience is necessary. We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds and provide the required training for your role. Whether you’re a seasoned sailor or new to the maritime world, your contribution is valuable.

We have roles to suit various abilities. While some positions may involve physical activities like climbing stairs on ships or lifting items, we strive to accommodate volunteers with different levels of mobility. Please let us know of any concerns, and we’ll find a suitable role for you