Manawatū District Council | Feilding, Manawatū District

Are you passionate about technology, creativity and helping people discover what they can make?

We're looking for a technically confident and creative Team Leader to lead our Makerspace at Te Āhuru Mōwai, Manawatū Community Hub Libraries.

Our Makerspace gives people the opportunity to explore technology, develop current skills and turn their ideas into something real. From 3D printing and laser cutting to creative technologies and hands-on learning, it's a place where curiosity, creativity and entrepreneurship come together.

This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll support our Makerspace Specialists, keep equipment and services running safely, and help develop exciting programmes and opportunities for our community.

You'll also take the Makerspace beyond Te Āhuru Mōwai, working with schools, Community Libraries and community groups to bring creative technologies and hands-on learning opportunities to people across the Manawatū District.





We're looking for someone who is confident working with creative technologies and specialist equipment, enjoys sharing technical knowledge and has experience leading or coordinating others. You'll be curious, practical and organised, with a passion for helping people learn, experiment and create.

This is a part-time position of 24 hours per week, working one weekend in three. The working roster is outlined in the job profile.

At Manawatū District Council, our vision is a connected, vibrant and thriving Manawatū.

Our Makerspace is about making technology and creativity accessible to everyone. This role is an opportunity to lead a team that helps people experiment, learn new skills and discover what's possible, both at Te Āhuru Mōwai and throughout our district.

If you love technology, enjoy sharing what you know and get a buzz out of helping others create something new, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary range:$73,500 - $88,700, pro-rated for 24 hours

Applications Close: 25 Nov 2026

📌 Makerspace Team Leader (Naushera)
🏢 Manawatu District Council
📍 Naushera