Gallery Assistant (Fresh)

He angitūtanga: The opportunity

A Gallery Assistant plays a crucial part in how FRESH gallery Ōtara operates and how visitors experience art. In this role, you will be essential to connecting with the community, safeguarding valuable artworks, supporting artists, and helping maintain a welcoming and well-run gallery environment. You also assist the Gallery Coordinator with the day-to-day operations of FRESH, ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. Ultimately, your role is about creating meaningful connections—engaging with the Ōtara and Papatoetoe communities and helping them experience and appreciate the artworks on display.

This is a 20 hour a week, permanent role and comes with some awesome opportunities including:

• Networking and relationship building with artists
• Skill development in our Gallery and in Auckland Council
• Pathway into creative careers – Gallery Coordinator, Programmer
• Creating engaging and interactive art and crafts programs at FRESH

Ngā kawenga matua: Key responsibilities

• Assist with the delivery of exhibitions, create programmes and events in Council’s arts and culture facilities including, openings, public events, and school holidays.
• Assist with the delivery of public talks, classes and workshops (Saturdays)
• Assist with the delivery of events as required, including hospitality and hosting
• Provide walkthrough tours of the exhibitions by interacting with visitors and the local community
• Assist with exhibition documentation and social media

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He kōrero mōu: About you

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

• Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• Administrative and Social Media Skills
• Organisation skills and ability to manage tasks efficiently
• Passion and knowledge about the arts.
• Ability to collaborate and design community art programs

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

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou: What we offer 

At Auckland Council, you will join a dynamic, supportive environment where your mahi (work) will directly impact the lives of over 1.7 million Aucklanders. We offer flexible working conditions, a focus on well-being, and a culture of continuous improvement.

We are proud to be recognised for our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. We are accredited by Gender Tick, a signatory of the Pride Pledge. These commitments reflect our ongoing efforts to create a workplace where all staff feel valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. 
Together, we can create a Tāmaki Makaurau we can all be proud of.

Additionally, as part of our Auckland Council Group, you can gain access to many benefits and discounts including:

• Option to buy an additional week’s annual leave
• Four weeks annual leave, plus an additional week after five years
• Additional day of leave for community activities
• Discounts on attractions such as the Maritime Museum, Auckland Zoo & Auckland Art Gallery
• Discounted Health & Life Insurance Policies
• Flexible and supportive work environment
• 3% KiwiSaver on top of your salary

As part of our organisation, please view a range of our: benefits

Tono Mai: Apply Now!

Application close date: Monday 05 May, 2026

The salary for this role is $60,216 (pro rata).

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.
 
Employees in receipt of salary protection and/or on the predecessor Council terms and conditions of employment, please note that the salary protection and/or predecessor Council terms and conditions, including relocation, apply to your current position. Should you change to a new position (other than any secondment) you will be issued with a new employment letter of offer with current Auckland Council terms and conditions.