New Zealand Maritime Museum Assistant

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

New Zealand Maritime Museum Hui Te Ananui a Tangaroa is a treasured part of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and an anchor of Auckland’s vibrant waterfront. We share the stories that have shaped Aotearoa’s maritime heritage and welcome visitors from across Aotearoa and the world. 

We are looking for an enthusiastic and customer-focused casual Museum Assistant to help us deliver high-quality visitor experiences and make the Museum an accessible, welcoming place for all. This is a hands-on, multi-tasking role working in a flexible and supportive team environment. 

In this position you will contribute to the Museum’s daily frontline operations, from greeting visitors and supporting ticketing, to assisting with retail, events, public programmes, and administration. Every day brings something different, and you will play an important part in creating memorable experiences for our diverse audiences. 

To read the full position description, click here: Museum Assistant 

He kōrero mōu: About you 

You will bring a warm, confident presence and genuine commitment to outstanding customer service. You enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds, can keep calm under pressure, and thrive in a busy visitor-facing environment. 

You will also be a strong communicator, a problem-solver, and someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative, supportive team. Experience in customer service, tourism, heritage, retail, or hospitality is highly valued. 

To guide you further, our ngā whakaritenga (job requirements) are:  

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  Flexibility to work weekends, public holidays and evenings. 

  
  

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  Satisfactory police vetting and working with children checks. 

  
  

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  Experience handling cash is an advantage. 

  
  

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  Experience working with children or delivering activities is desirable. 

  
  

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer 

We offer a supportive, fun team environment working at a unique waterfront work location.  This is an excellent chance to develop skills and explore future opportunities within the wider Auckland Council group.

An array of discounts and exclusive partnership benefits as part of the Tātaki Auckland Unlimited whānau: Employee Benefits Snapshot 

Tono mo te mahi/To Apply  

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  Please provide a bespoke cover letter 

  
  

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  No need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date 

  
  

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  You need to have the right to work in NZ already. We are unable to support visa applications for this role. 

  
  

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  Applications close: 15 September 2026 at 11.59pm 

  
  


• Salary range: $29.90/h 

Please note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews and advertisement may be concluded prior to the closing date. We encourage early applications.