Volunteer
Bicycle Queensland is a not-for-profit, self-funded organisation whose aim is to increase cycling participation and achieve better conditions for cyclists. The Wilson HTM Brisbane to the Gold Coast Cycle Challenge takes an enormous effort to organise and simply cannot be done without the help of a large team of volunteers.
Becoming a volunteer can be a very rewarding and satisfying experience for people of all ages and walks of life. For our major events, we have approximately 250 volunteers who assist with registrations & general administrative duties, food distribution at Rest Stops, road marshalling, pedestrian and directional marshalling, and more.
Whether you are a student interested in gaining work experience in the events industry or a retired professional looking for ways to contribute to the community, we can find a role to suit you.
Volunteer Opportunities
See below for Volunteer role descriptions and info sheets. Registrations for 2011 have closed, please visit us again in 2012.
- Route Marshals
Route Marshals are an integral part of the traffic management plan. Marshals are the eyes and ears out on the route - an operational must for the ride. Route Marshals keep the cyclists heading in the right direction, warn them of hazards and generally support them on the ride.
- General Run-around
General Run Arounds are part of a problem solving team to ensure the event runs smoothly. This role requires diverse duties and a hands-on attitude.
- Merchandise
The merchandise team help distribute the event T-shirts and other merchandise to the riders, after they complete the ride.
- Cloakroom, information and kit distribution
The cloakroom, information and kit distribution team - key duties include: distribute the registration kits and general information on the ride and accepting, tagging and storing the riders' luggage and facilitating the retrieval of these goods.
- Start Site Marshals
Start Site Marshals are based at South Bank. They are responsible for providing directional assistance for the riders taking part in the ride.
- Finish Site Marshals
Finish Site Marshals are based at Southport. They are responsible for providing directional assistance for the riders taking part in the ride.
- Rest Stop 1 Crew
Rest Stop One Crew assit to set up Rest Stop ensuring it is fully equipped and functional.
- Rest Stop 2 Crew
Rest Stop Two Crew assist to set up Rest Stop ensuring it is fully equipped and functional.
- Volunteer Support Assistant
The volunteer support assistant assists in the coordination of the volunteer requirements of the 2011 Wilson HTM Brisbane to the Gold Coast Cycle Challenge. The volunteer assistant's primary role is to assist in the implementing of the volunteer program.
