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Curious about a career at Te Puia? Become a part of our cultural legacy.

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.

Te Puia is situated within the historic Te Whakarewarewa Geothermal Valley, spanning 70 hectares in Rotorua. Home to the iconic Pōhutu geyser, bubbling mud pools, hot springs, and silica formations, Te Puia is full of natural wonders. Manuhiri (visitors) can also explore the native Kiwi bird and the prestigious national schools of wood carving, weaving and stone and bone carving at the New Zealand Māori Arts & Crafts Institute. For over 100 years, we have been sharing these taonga (treasures) with manuhiri, continuing this legacy with pride today.

As an iwi-owned organisation and industry tuakana, Te Puia leads with purpose. Governed by the NZ Māori Arts and Crafts Vesting Act 2020, we stand as kaitiaki (guardians), uplifting Māori culture and ensuring its place in the evolving world of tourism. Our values guide us in creating meaningful connections with manuhiri while honouring the heritage we protect.

Here at Te Puia, our values are at the heart of all that we do:

Tuku Iho – We share: We honour and uphold the knowledge, traditions and legacies passed down to us.
Tiaki – We protect: We protect and care for our people, place and culture – now and for generations to come.
Manaaki – We care: We uplift the mana of others through generosity, respect and care – ensuring everyone feels valued and seen.
Whakanui – We celebrate: We recognise and celebrate the achievements and contributions that strengthen our whānau and kaupapa.

If you’re inspired to be part of a team that celebrates, protects, and shares a living culture, we invite you to explore our current opportunities below. Whether a role fits your skills now or you’re dreaming of future possibilities, stay connected – our legacy is one you’ll want to be part of!

General Vacancies:

Fleet Manager

We are looking for an experienced Fleet Manager to lead the safe, compliant, and efficient management of all Te Puia vehicles!

Electrical Technician

This is a hands-on role supporting the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems, equipment, and components across our large geothermal site. You’ll work under the guidance of our fully qualified onsite Electrician and alongside our IT Department and trusted external contractors.

Because of the nature of our site, this role isn’t just traditional electrical work. You’ll also support IT-related systems, networked devices, software-driven controls, and a wide range of smart infrastructure. Strong diagnostic skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential.

Kaiwhakahaere Mātanga Whakairo Rākau

Step into a role where tradition meets innovation, and your leadership helps preserve and promote one of Aotearoa’s most treasured art forms.

As Kaiwhakahaere Mātanga Whakairo Rākau, you will lead and manage our skilled whakairo (carving) team to plan and deliver high-quality carving projects.