Volunteers

Volunteers are what make an event, and each and every athlete hugely appreciates the amazing work done by our volunteer crew!

We will need heaps of awesome, helpful, energetic, friendly volunteers to be a part of the event too and add to the event experience for everyone. Dates required range from Wednesday 30 October to Sunday 3 November 2024.

Our volunteer roles vary from pre-event setup, to race day support and post-event pack down. 

To register, please click the link below. If you are part of a group or have any questions please contact volunteers.aucklandmarathon@ironman.com

expression of interest

Registration Assistant

Assisting with set-up and running of athlete registration. This could include directing athletes, race number collection, transponder (timing device) checking, race bag pick up. This role is based in the Viaduct Event Centre.

Site & Branding Assistant

Assisting the branding manager with pre, during and post event infrastructure build and also with sorting and installation of branding & signage. These are active & physical roles.

Info Desk Assistant

The info desk is the initial face of the event for all athletes, volunteers and public. We need friendly people, who enjoy meeting and helping people to ensure they have an awesome event experience.

Bag Drop Collection Assistant

Assisting with the organisation and distribution of the athletes bags back to their owners. A great role if you want to work with your friends.

Start Line Assistant

Either pre-event or race day roles. This involves all aspects of set up of each of the three start line infrastructures, branding and signage. This is physical active work. On race day, it's an early start for a very important role, working in a team at one of the three start lines (Half/Full, 11km or 5km). Roles include assisting with final set-up, signage, info desk, athlete bag drop and pack down. A great role if you have a group of friends, and all want to be in the same place. 

Finish Line & Recovery Assistant

Assisting athletes as they come through the finish, presenting their medal, handing out water and providing support to the athletes.

Aid Station Crew

Based at one of the eleven aid stations on course, you'll be working as a team of volunteers to provide hydration to runners. We suggest you pick a location near to your home for easy transport access. Great role if you have a group of friends and all want to be in the same place.

Course Marshal

Assisting athletes with directions and encouragement on course, keep public safe, provide event information and assist with limiting public being on the course. We suggest you pick a location near to your home for easy transport access. A great role if you want to see the action out on course.

Traffic Marshal

Race day role. You need to be confident supporting our traffic management staff with directing athletes through an intersection/across a road and may involve assisting with holding traffic as they pass.

Happy with Anything

You're keen to be involved and are happy to go wherever we need you most. Thank you for your flexibility.