Model Maker Australia's largest public museum organisation is seeking a Model Maker at Museums Victoria.
ABOUT MUSEUMS VICTORIA: Ever dreamed of working in a place where dinosaurs roam, stars explode, and the world's most intriguing stories come to life? Welcome to Museums Victoria (MV), where every day is a new chapter in the book of discovery. As one of the southern hemisphere's largest and most iconic museum organisations, we're not just about exhibits; we're about experiences that inspire, challenge, and amaze. From the awe-inspiring Melbourne Museum, culturally significant Immigration Museum, mind-blowing Scienceworks, and the historic Royal Exhibition Building, we're a team that turns curiosity into reality.
And guess what? We're on the lookout for a Model Maker. If you've got the drive, the creativity, and the passion to make MV's stories echo across the globe, keep reading. This could be your next big adventure!
ABOUT THE POSITION:
The position is accountable for design, manufacture and finishing of high-quality biological models within specified parameters, time frames and budgets.
Some of the key duties include: Research, plan and create highly accurate biological models using innovative ideas and a broad range of products and materials. Participate in the planning and scheduling of individual modelling projects to meet the project timelines and the various demands on resources, equipment and space in the department. Accurately record and document design and manufacture concepts to preparation team and stakeholders about model making projects being undertaken to ensure they meet appropriate standards and requirements. Support, assist and provide technical advice to preparation team with model finishing, painting and installation. Ensure all resins, plastics, solvents, paints and other mediums are used in a safe manner and contribute to risk and hazard management plans. The successful applicant will have: Broad experience in model making with the ability to produce innovative, creative, high-quality work such as biological models, museum exhibits and props used in the theatre, advertising and film industry. Demonstrated experience and knowledge in producing accurate models using specific reference information supplied, or from ideas, concepts, designs and plans drawn up by others. Experience in the selection and use of specialised products and plastics used for model making, moulding and casting. Demonstrated knowledge, experience and expertise in mould making and casting techniques using a broad range of materials. Experience in the use of a broad range of hand and electrical tools and equipment used in various disciplines. OTHER INFORMATION: This is a full time, fixed term till 27 June 2025. The salary on offer is $74,580 pro rata (base of grade) + 11.5% superannuation.
HOW TO APPLY? To view the position description, visit Careers - Museums Victoria. From our Current Vacancies page, select "All Jobs" and click on the link for this job's listing.
To apply, please click "Apply for this Job" at the bottom of the job listing page.
For more information about this position, please contact Steven Sparrey at Please submit the following three documents with your application:
Your Cover Letter Your Resume A written response addressing the Key Selection Criteria as outlined in our Role Statement (Please refer to attached document) Please note: Applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 17 November 2024 (11:59pm)
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