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Volunteer Roles

triathlonscotland has fantastic support from volunteers across the country, who make the sport a sucess. We need more volunteers to enable the sport to grow and continue to give enjoyment to us all.

There are many different ways in which you can contribute, if competing is not your scene, you would like to put something back into the sport you get so much out of, or your would simply like to contribute or learn new skills in a friendly environment. To discuss any of these areas in more detail or to volunteer your services, please email Development Officer Brown Ferguson

Even if you only have a couple of hours a month to spare, there are several areas that you can get involved with.

Helping at Events

It's great when we go to events and these are well run with lots of marshals and helpers. But this doesn't just happen by accident. We have a number of high profile events taking place throughout Scotland and additional helpers will always be welcome.

It's not just about standing on corners either. People are needed to help with everything from setting up courses, transition and assisting on poolside to manning water stations and handing out medals, to highlight just a few. All of these tasks are vital and race organisers will always welcome additional help.

So if you are interested in helping at any events then get in touch with the organiser directly or use the contact email above.

Race Organiser

The race calendar changes almost constantly and new events are always a welcome addition. Anyone interested in organising an event should first contact the Director of Domestic Events on events@triathlonscotland.org. New events take many shapes and forms and we are always keen to support and advise any organisation or individual looking to take this role on.

Race Referees

As the main area of officiating, this is an important role in terms ensuring everyone gets the opportunity to race equally and fairly. In addition this role helps race organisers on the day with the delivery of the event and provides valuable feedback from an objective source on event standards.

Refereeing is both simple and rewarding to be involved in and all courses have been designed at a UK level. For more details and to download the form, click here.

After a one off follow-up shadowing session with an experienced referee, you'll be ready to go and part of the triathlonscotland refereeing team. Contact should be made with Brown Ferguson who will put you in touch with the refereeing co-ordinator where you will get all the necessary paperwork to get you started and keep track of the events you would like to be present at.

Club Supporter Triathlon Clubs are spread all over Scotland and, big or small, they all need volunteer support to become established and, importantly to keep going. These roles can involve leadership and administrative skills - chairperson, secretary, treasurer - specialist professional expertise - media officer, webmaster - or more hands on teaching or coaching abilities. Every club needs a welfare officer. For some of these jobs, specific training can be sourced from sporting institutions and local authorities. Roles like these can be a great addition to your CV.

The British Triathlon Federation have provided detailed job descriptions for many of the above. British Triathlon Volunteer Page

Board Member

triathlonscotland has an entirely volunteer Board of Directors, known as the Executive, who meet to agree policy and strategy decisions on behalf of the membership. Good governance is vital to the ongoing strength of any sport and, in particular, to a sports ability to attract and retain funding to support it's worth. Board elections take place at AGM in October. Please contact Chief Operating Officer, Jane Moncrieff for further information.

Coaching

One of the most rewarding areas of triathlon, we are always looking for people to get involved in coaching. Maybe you want to get more involved with your club, help some juniors locally or pass on some of your experience to others?

All of this can bring huge personal rewards and you will be included in the triathlonscotland coaches group where you can ask or give advice, contact other coaches and keep up-to-date with current coaching practice.

There are five levels of triathlon coach and more details are available on the courses and content on the coaching page.