Dive into a unique leadership opportunity at the National Aquarium of New Zealand!

We're on the lookout for a full-time Supervisor Fish & Aquatic Life Support to lead our passionate team of Diver/Aquarists.

In this vital role, you’ll take the helm in caring for our diverse collection of fish and reptiles—ensuring their health, safety, and daily care are second to none. You’ll also guide the team to maintain excellence in animal welfare, health and safety practices, exhibit maintenance, and operational standards.

If you’re ready to lead with purpose and help bring our underwater world to life, we’d love to hear from you.

Te Āheinga - The Opportunity

• Supervise daily operations, ensuring the maintenance of displays, equipment, and technical systems.
• Ensure positive animal welfare is supported through attention to nutritional, environmental, health and behavioural requirements of animals in care.
• Ensure all relevant displays are presented to a high standard.
• Maintain records, update SOPs, and ensure staff are trained accordingly.
• Participate in daily diving activities for animal care and exhibit maintenance.

He kōrero mōhou - About You

• Relevant qualification in captive animal management / marine biology / applied science, similar field, or equivalent industry experience
• Able to work flexible hours and days in a busy 7-day a week tourism operation (40 hours per week Mon-Sun on a roster basis)
• Diving certification to a minimum of rescue level.
• Ability to maintain medical clearance for occupational diving.
• Experience working with freshwater and marine fish, invertebrates, and reptiles in human care and understanding of related technical systems.
• Previous experience in staff leadership.
• Strong customer service orientation.

Ngā painga mōhou - What We Offer

• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years service
• Discounted Health Insurance Work Scheme + Eye Test Subsidy
• Retailer Discounts + Study assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (OCP)
• Quarterly values awards + Birthday vouchers + Social club
• Free flu vaccinations (annual)
• Ka Awatea Cultural Wānanga + NCC Kapa Haka
• Te Reo Māori language classes

This is a permanent full time opportunity working 40 hours per week, on a rostered basis.

We will be interviewing applications as we receive them and may close the role when we have found the right person.

He kōrero mō Te Kaunihera o Ahuriri - About NCC

At Napier City Council, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and work to make our hiring process fair and accessible. If you need any support or adjustments during your application or interview, let us know—we’re happy to help!

Part of our success is shaped by our ability to foster strong, enduring relationships between NCC, Mana Whenua, and Iwi. Our Māori Partnerships team - Te Waka Rangapū – enhance our cultural capability and awareness through education, training, and resources to strengthen cultural competencies.

Before joining our team, please be aware that you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, including drug testing for a safe workplace. Some roles may also require health screening.

As part of holding a role with Napier City Council, you may be called on to assist in Civil Defence emergencies—an opportunity to support our community when it matters most.

Please visit Napier City Council Careers website to see full job description

Job Description – Supervisor Fish & Aquatic Life Support