Tourism & Visitor Services

Do you know Lawrence, Tuapeka and the Clutha District inside out?

Do you enjoy meeting people, sharing our stories and helping visitors discover what makes our Museum and district special?

We’re looking for a reliable, trustworthy and enthusiastic person to join our team in a varied permanent part-time role. This is much more than a visitor information position. You’ll be involved in our wonderful museum, tourism promotion, communications, retail, administration, local information and community engagement, with no two days quite the same.

The role includes:

• Producing our weekly Tuapeka Times newsletter
• Providing excellent visitor and tourism information
• Showcasing our museum and its exhibits and assisting with questions or genealogical enquiries
• Managing retail stock and the store
• Bookkeeping, cash handling and reconciliation
• Managing retail stock and the store and producing timely tourism reports
• Website maintenance and content
• Working with Xero and other computer systems
• CorelDRAW and design work
• Keeping our facility welcoming, tidy and attractive
• Working both independently and as part of a team

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has excellent knowledge of Lawrence, Tuapeka and the Clutha District
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills and extensive computer proficiency
• Can connect easily with people from all walks of life
• Is organised, capable and self-motivated
• Is reliable, trustworthy and takes pride in their work
• Has a genuine interest in our museum’s role in promoting our past, present and future
• Keen to keep learning and developing
• Enjoys working with people and being part of our district

Experience with Xero, CorelDRAW, website management and Microsoft systems is an advantage.

It is essential applicants are able to work a rolling roster, including weekends and NZ public holidays, except Christmas Day, Easter Sunday and Anzac Day before 12 noon.

Come and be part of telling the story of Lawrence, Tuapeka and our wider district. Please send your CV and covering letter to: simsym@xtra.co.nz by Sunday 8 November 2026