Welcome to Heretaunga, the area renowned for its rich and fertile landscape that is sustained by its life-giving dews and waterways. Welcome to Heretaunga, whose beauty is observed by the sharp eye of the harrier hawk; a landscape rich in history and with an esteemed legacy of caring and providing for its inhabitants.

Taitara Mahi – Venues Manager - Arts and Culture

Permanent Full-Time

Hastings District Council is seeking an experienced and commercially astute leader to manage and grow our Arts and Culture venues, including Toitoi Hawke’s Bay Arts & Events Centre, Hastings City Art Gallery and Te Whare Waiaroha.

This senior leadership role is responsible for maximising venue performance through strong commercial management, financial sustainability and operational excellence, while ensuring our arts and culture facilities continue to deliver meaningful community outcomes. You will lead diverse teams, build strategic partnerships, and steward significant public assets, balancing artistic, community and commercial priorities.

Ōu wheako – about you

To be successful in this role you will bring proven experience leading income‑generating venues or facilities, demonstrate strong commercial and financial acumen, and be an inclusive people leader who can build high‑performing teams and trusted stakeholder relationships in a complex environment.

Situated in the heart of Ngāti Kahungunu, the Hastings district and Hawke’s Bay offer an enjoyable environment in which to live, work and play.