Curator

• Curate exhibitions that connect art, ideas and communities
• Lead digital storytelling across two much-loved museums
• Enjoy wellbeing & birthday leave and excellent wellbeing benefits

About the role

We’re looking for a creative and collaborative Curator to help develop exhibitions, events and collections across The Dowse Art Museum and Petone Settlers Museum.

Working with the Senior Curator and wider Arts & Culture team, you’ll:

• Research, develop and deliver engaging exhibitions and events
• Lead digital content that brings our collections, exhibitions and ideas to life
• Contribute to collection development, including acquisitions and donations
• Build strong relationships with artists, lenders, donors and community partners
• Represent Hutt City Arts & Culture through writing, public speaking and professional networks

About you

You’ll bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification
• Experience developing exhibitions and events
• Excellent research, writing and communication skills
• Knowledge of an area relevant to our museums
• Strong digital storytelling and relationship-building skills
• A creative, collaborative and audience-focused approach

Experience in a museum, gallery or related cultural setting would be an advantage.

About us

At Hutt City Council, our vision is to create a connected, resilient and inclusive city where all our people thrive.

The Dowse Art Museum and Petone Settlers Museum connect people with art, culture, ideas and the stories of Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt.

Why join us

Alongside meaningful work and professional development opportunities, we offer a range of benefits to support your wellbeing, including:

• 4 wellbeing days per year, plus a day off for your birthday to celebrate you
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free annual health checks
• Access to wellbeing initiatives and support
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Rewarding work that makes a difference in our community

For more detail on this role, please see the full position description.

Hutt City Council is committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, please let us know when you apply.

Applications close Sunday 6 September 2026, at 11.55pm.

Please note: We may review applications and progress candidates before the closing date, so we encourage you to apply early. We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time.