Nau mai ki Te Puia 

Te ūkaipō o te whare pūmau i ngā taonga tuku iho 

Tomo mai ki te whare i whakaarahia i roto i te pā tūwatawata o ngā tūmanako. 

Mō mātou | About us: 

Te Puia is one of New Zealand’s most iconic visitor experiences, set within the historic Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley and home to the world-famous Pōhutu geyser, bubbling mud pools, native kiwi, and the New Zealand Māori Arts and Crafts Institute. 

As an iwi-owned organisation, we are proud to share our culture, our people, and our whenua with manuhiri from Aotearoa and around the world. For generations, Te Puia NZMACI has upheld and protected Māori arts, culture, and storytelling, and we continue to carry that legacy with pride. 

Mō te tūnga | About the role: 

Te Puia is proud to be a ZAA-accredited facility, playing a vital role in advocacy, captive breeding, and research. 

We’re looking for an experienced Kiwi Conservation Officer to join our small team of Kiwi specialists on a part-time basis!  

Reporting to the Kiwi Conservation Centre Manager, you will support the smooth day-to-day operations of our award-winning nocturnal house, providing exceptional care for our kiwi and sharing their story with our manuhiri (visitors). 

If you have a background in zookeeping or conservation and a solid understanding of captive species management, we’d love to hear from you. 

A full position description is available on request.  

Ngā pūmanawatanga ōu | What you will bring: 

• Significant knowledge of the biology and husbandry needs and breeding requirements of the North Island Brown Kiwi and native geckos 

• A certificate in Captive Animal Management, or Veterinary Nursing 

• A Kiwi Accredited Handler Certificate (preferred) 

• Have at least two years’ experience in a zookeeping or conservation role 

• A friendly nature and the confidence to talk to different customers and build genuine and meaningful rapport 

• The ability to work autonomously, but also within a team 

• A passion for providing outstanding customer service 

• Excellent organisational and communication skills 

• A positive attitude that emphasises and encapsulates the values of Te Puia 

• Availability to work throughout the summer period, including weekends and public holidays 

Nōu te rourou | What’s in it for you: 

• Training and development opportunities  

• The chance to work in one of New Zealand’s most iconic tourism and cultural experiences  

• Access to wellbeing initiatives, including EAP support  

• Enjoy a free lunch once a week, along with other exclusive food offerings. 

• The opportunity to contribute to a legacy of culture, manaakitanga, and tourism excellence 

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply: 

If this sounds like you, apply online today with a cover letter telling us why you’d be a great fit, along with an up-to-date CV. 

Please only apply if you have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Preferred applicants will need to complete pre-employment checks, including a Ministry of Justice check and drug testing. 

We may begin interviewing strong candidates as applications are received, so please don’t wait until the advert closes. 

For more information about Te Puia, visit www.tepuia.com. 

Apply online now – we’d love to hear from you.