Event Support Kaimahi
Position Title: Event Support Kaimahi
Location: Rotorua and Tauranga
Team: Events & Engagement
Position Type: Casual (as required)
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About the Role
Event Support Staff play a key role in ensuring Toi Ohomai events run smoothly and professionally. Working across campuses and community locations, the team helps prepare venues, set up equipment, coordinate signage and displays, and provide hands‑on operational support during events. This role is fast‑paced, practical, and perfect for someone who enjoys working with people and being part of a team that contributes to memorable student and community experiences.
The Events & Engagement Team
Our team delivers high‑quality experiences across orientations, open days, graduations, expos, and community engagement events. We are collaborative, supportive, and passionate about creating memorable moments for ākonga, whānau, and our community.
Ngā mahi | Key Responsibilities
• Prepare event spaces and equipment
• Set up / pack down venues
• Assist staff with event operations
• Support public‑facing engagement
• Work across campus and community sites
He kōrero mōu | About You
You bring:
• Reliability and a strong work ethic
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to work in busy, fast‑paced environments
• Comfort with physical, hands‑on tasks
• Flexibility to work as needed for events
• Full NZ driver licence preferred (manual an advantage)
Mō Mātou | About us
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest vocational education provider in the Bay of Plenty and South Waikato. Home to over 9000 ākonga (students), at Toi Ohomai we put ākonga and kaimahi at the centre of all we do. Through educational excellence, Māori Success, strong partnerships and sustainable practices we enable our ākonga, institution and communities to thrive.
Toiohomaitanga describes our way of doing and being. It reflects how we care for each other, work together, and uphold our shared purpose. Ā mātou uara | our values are an important part of this, our Toi Ohomai values are:
· Toitūtanga – Courageous and humble in our pursuit of excellence
· Manaakitanga – Strengthening the mana of others and our communities
· Whanaungatanga – Building and nurturing relationships
· Kotahitanga – United in our shared purpose
Me pēhea te tono | How to apply
At Toi Ohomai, we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome people from all backgrounds, and the unique perspectives and skills they bring. We strive to ensure a recruitment process that is accessible and welcoming and encourage applications from our diverse communities. If you need support during the application process, reach out, we’re here to help.
All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Toi Ohomai is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and will undertake relevant vetting and pre-employment checks.
If this role sounds like your next career move, then we encourage you to apply. We review applications as they arrive and may contact shortlisted candidates before the closing date.
To apply please submit your CV and Cover Letter with your online application.
Applications for this role will take you to the advertisers site.
