Job Description

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

The aim of the Performing Arts programme is to make an impact on the wider arts community and bring a sense of "wow factor" to the centre, building towards a strong and loyal audience following and a long-term reputation. As a casual Performing Arts Staff, you will be responsible for welcoming the audience, taking tickets, seating the audience, and covering for reception/box office. You will also be ensuring safe practice procedures and usage of the performing arts facilities by both users and staff.

This is a casual role and so you will be working hours as and when necessary, dependant on the programme’s needs. This role is based in Mangere Arts Centre.

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He kōrero mōu: About you

To be successful, you will be an excellent communicator, team player, with customer service and organisation skills and the ability to take direction and work under pressure. The position holder's workflow will be dependent on theatre scheduling, so a high degree of flexibility and availability to work during evening hours and weekend is essential. You will need to be available for nights, evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

All applicants for this role should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

Auckland Council is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.5 million people. We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.

We offer a welcoming and supportive team, fantastic exposure to the performing arts industry, and a strong community. Here you’ll have an opportunity to grow your career within the Auckland performing arts team and Auckland Council. You will be supported by a culture that values te reo Māori me ōna tikanga, inclusion and interculturalism. On top of this, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you will gain access to many benefits and discounts. Click this link to find out more about our employee benefits package.

Ehara taku toa, he takitahi, he toa takitini - My success is not mine alone, but the success of many.

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Applications close: 22nd April 2026

Starting salary at $28.95/hour

Auckland Council is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and we are committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement listed. What matters most is your ability to contribute to a purpose-driven environment where diverse experiences are valued. We know that transferable skills can come from experience gained from outside of work.

Auckland Council is committed to the protection and wellbeing of children.  This role is classified as a Children's Worker role under the Vulnerable Children Act 2014. As such applicants will be required to undergo police vetting prior to commencing employment.  This position is also deemed a safety sensitive position and will require pre-employment drug testing. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.