Senior Art Handling Technician

Full-time (35 hours), PermanentSalary £29,888 - £32,602 per annum (from January 2025)Plus generous benefits packageAbout the roleWe have a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced art handling professional to join our team. You'll work across all four of our stunning Galleries based in the heart of Edinburgh as well as our arts store at Granton Art Centre handling our incredible art and being part of the team installing exciting exhibitions.The Art Movement Team (AMT) works to national standards supporting complex national and international programming in the handling, packing, movement, installation, and location tracking of a wide variety of artworks, including NGS Collection works and those on loan to us.In this role you will ensure the safe movement, transportation, and installation of all artworks within the Galleries, including collections from and return of artwork to lenders. You will assist in maintaining the upkeep of the exhibits, storage areas, tools and equipment. You will also assist in planning and monitoring the work of the team, assessing resource needs and undertaking necessary risk assessments.You must have proven knowledge and experience of art handling processes with a high level of accuracy and the ability to deal with confidential tasks. You will be highly organised, proactive in approach and a clear communicator.Please apply directly via our careers portal. Applications via email will not be accepted.Closing date is 12 noon on Monday, 02 December 2024.
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