Technician - Heritage Collections

6 days ago

Charing Cross, United Kingdom HOUSE OF COMMONS-3 Full time

What you'll be doingAny additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply. Do you want to be a part of the team that protects history for generations to come? We are looking for a Technician to join the UK Parliament's Heritage Collections Team. In this hands-on role, you'll play a key part in relocating and consolidating the nation's Parliamentary heritage collections. You'll support the Lead Storage Technician to prepare objects for safe transport, working closely with contractors during packing, decant, moves, and re-stowage. In this role, you will also install collections in high-profile locations on the Parliamentary Estate. You'll handle a wide range of historic items, including artworks, furniture and decorative arts, applying best practice at every stage, and provide advice on packing and handling techniques to ensure their integrity. Alongside the physical work, you'll use software such as spreadsheets and the Collections Management System to maintain accurate location data and keep the process running smoothly. This is essential work that preserves our heritage for future generations, and you'll be at the heart of making it happen. Find out more about working at the House of Commons. Why Join us? In addition to your salary, we offer an attractive range of benefits including but not limited to: Generous annual leave starting at 30 days and increasing to 35 after one full working year. Enrolment in the excellent Civil Service pension scheme with an average employer contribution of 27% Flexible working options that help you find a balance including enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption leave, caring leave and alternative working patterns. What we're looking for. Heritage expertise - Experience in collections management and object movement within museums, galleries, historic houses, or similar heritage settings. Collections care know-how - Solid understanding of standards, processes, and security in collections care, plus hands-on experience moving and installing a variety of historic objects. People skills - Ability to build strong relationships and work confidently with stakeholders at all levels, always promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. Meticulous attention to detail - Ensuring the right objects are moved, records are accurate, and everything complies with health, safety, and collection care standards. Next Steps and Additional Information If you would like to apply for this role, please submit your CV and you must provide a specific response to each of criteria 1-4 listed in the person specification. Use clear examples to demonstrate how you meet each requirement. More information on the application process can be found here: Application process - UK Parliament Please note that most job offers will be made at the minimum of the salary range, other than in exceptional circumstances. xsabvtc We may close the vacancy prior to the closing date stated due to a high volume of applications.

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