Why Volunteer with Marine Rescue Jervis Bay?

Volunteering with Marine Rescue Jervis Bay is a great way to meet new people, learn practical skills, and make a real difference in your community. Whether you’re out on the water, behind the radio, or helping behind the scenes, there’s a role for almost everyone. We welcome people from all walks of life and are proud to reflect the diverse community we serve.

Apply now via the link below and don’t forget to select Jervis Bay as your preferred unit.

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Volunteer Roles

  • Radio Operator Monitor emergency calls and dispatch rescue crews. Help coordinate vital communication during rescue operations.
  • Rescue Vessel Crew Join our on-water team, equipped with modern rescue vessels, and help bring boaters home safely.
  • Community Support Help out with fundraising, admin, maintenance, catering, or event support—these roles are just as important in keeping our unit operational.

How to Join

  1. Learn More Start with the Marine Rescue NSW Member Induction Handbook or chat to one of our local volunteers at the Jervis Bay unit.
  2. Express Interest Fill out the Expression of Interest (EOI) form on the Marine Rescue NSW website and select Jervis Bay as your preferred unit.
  3. Suitability Check We’ll get in touch to talk about your interest and any current openings in the unit.
  4. Interview (if required) You may be invited to visit our base for an informal chat and look around.
  5. Apply Submit your full application online, choosing Jervis Bay as your unit.
  6. Acceptance Our Unit Commander (or delegate) will review your application, meet with you, and carry out a police check as part of the process.
  7. Provisional Member You’ll start as a Provisional Member with a provisional uniform. After at least six months and completing basic training, you’ll be eligible to become a regular member.
  8. Regular Member Once confirmed, you’ll receive your full uniform and voting rights at unit meetings and elections.
  9. Annual Renewal Each year you’ll need to renew your membership by meeting minimum participation and training requirements.