Police are searching for a man who looks like this. He has allegedly assaulted six women in Mt Albert.

A man has approached multiple women in Mt Albert and tried to kiss and touch them, police say.

Auckland police are seeking the man in connection with six assault cases, all of which have been on women in and around the Mt Albert train station and Pak'nSave supermarket.

The offender has been approaching women from behind, putting his hands and arms around their necks and then trying to kiss them.

Detective Martin Friend said the offender's actions have been upsetting and frightening for the victims.

"It's totally unacceptable behaviour and is usually happening in broad daylight," Friend said.

The man is of slim to medium build, around 160 to 170cm tall. He is often described as wearing a beanie or cap.

Friend appealed to anyone who may have seen these incidents, or who recognises the offender in the photo to call the crime squad on (09) 8205784.