East Coast Museum of Technology
The East Coast Museum of Technology is a fully voluntary, not-for-profit organisation with a vast collection of history from the Tairawhiti region and wider New Zealand. A true nostalgic diamond in disguise, ECMoT is a perfectly imperfect museum. It brings stories from the past to present life for you, friends and whanau to share and enjoy from near and afar.
Available Roles:
Museum Front of House
Are you passionate about history, storytelling, and making people smile?
Archives Assistant
The Archives Assistant is responsible for supporting the preservation, organisation, and accessibility of the museum's archival materials. This role involves cataloguing, digitizing, and assisting with research requests related to the museum's collections
Grounds Keeper
The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the museum's outdoor areas, ensuring they are safe, attractive, and well-presented for visitors. This role may include landscaping, garden maintenance, and general upkeep of the museum's grounds.
Gardener
Keeping garden area looking tidy
Organiser of Objects - Radio Room
Managing and maintaining the museum's radio equipment and related artifacts. This role includes cataloguing, accessioning, and organising items within the Radio Room to ensure accurate records and proper display of the museum's collection.
Organiser of Objects - Fire Station Area
Working in the Fire Station area. The organising and maintaining of objects in consultation with the museum staff.
Collection Accessioning
Starting off in the Kia Ora Dairy Factory (Museum Main Building) You would be helping to accession artifacts and collection into our new asset management system.
Handyperson
The Handyperson is responsible for carrying out maintenance and repair tasks throughout the museum. This role includes addressing minor repairs, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring that the facilities are kept in excellent condition.
Machinery/Engine Restorers
Working in the Workshop area with old motors and stationary engines.