Casual Usher Hawkins Theatre

• Be part of our local community arts scene
• Ad-hoc shifts based on events & film screenings at the theatre
• Work for the local community

He angitūtanga: The opportunity 

Hawkins Theatre in Papakura is on the lookout for exceptional Casual Ushers to help support our many events held at the venue, whether that is a screening of a latest release film, a local community group show, a Hawkins Youth Theatre Company production or a larger-scale touring production.

Duties include but are not limited to collecting & checking patron’s tickets, directing them to their allocated seats and ensuring the safety of patrons to the theatre. You may also be required to serve a variety of snacks & beverages in the licenced café/ bar and sell tickets through the Eventfinda Box Office system.

If you have similar or related experience, exceptional customer service skills, are keen to work within the local community and have a passion for performing arts, then we would love to hear from you.

He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for exceptional casual ushers with great customer service skills to be the face of Hawkins Theatre. We strive to ensure customers have a memorable, enjoyable, and safe experience whilst attending events at the Hawkins Theatre.

We are looking for people with excellent time management, be computer savvy & able to learn new skills, able to fit into a tight-knit small team and can think on your feet in a moment’s notice. A flexible approach to working hours is a must. Shifts can be in the daytime, evenings, weekends and occasionally public holidays with a commitment to work the rostered hours required.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer

You’ll be joining a team of dedicated and respected experts working collaboratively across the region to contribute to Auckland’s growth and development. We are committed to diversity, and have a culture built on trust and valuing individual as well as collective contributions.

We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, and as part of the Auckland Council whānau, your work will help to enrich the lives of Aucklanders and will directly impact residents and visitors to our city. If you want to be part of a vibrant team, committed to delivering outstanding events to world-class standards, then we want to hear from you!

If you would like to contribute to your community by sharing your passion and encouraging access to arts and cultural experiences, and this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for, then this is the role for you. Apply now!

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

Applications close: 20th of June 2025

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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.

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 and drug testing prior to commencing employment. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory police check.