Exhibitions Preparator

Overview

This is a fixed-term full-time position based in Whakatāne, New Zealand, covering maternity leave from July 2026 through April 2027. The role is an opportunity to help shape exhibitions and creative experiences that engage the local community.

What the role involves

You will collaborate with curators, artists, and technicians to support the delivery of exhibitions and public programmes. Your work will span exhibition installation, changeovers, visitor-facing support, and general gallery operations.

Who this role suits

This role will appeal to someone with practical creativity, strong organisation, and a genuine enthusiasm for arts, culture, and heritage. Experience in the arts sector is welcome, but applicants from events, tourism, hospitality, creative industries, or community engagement backgrounds are also encouraged to consider applying.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, a confident communicator, and comfortable managing multiple tasks while contributing positively to a team environment.

About the employer

Whakatāne District Council values teamwork, learning, and doing work that benefits others. The council offers staff benefits, including free swimming pool access, and the location provides easy access to rivers, lakes, forests, beaches, and walking tracks.

Additional information

Reference number: 6897325.

Applications are due by 29 June 2026. The hiring team plans to review applications as they are received, so early submission is encouraged.

If you would like more detail about the opportunity, you can contact Aimee Ratana, Manager Arts & Heritage, on 07 306 0500.

Application instructions

To view the position details and submit an application, use the employer’s careers portal and reference code 6897325.