Fine Art Technician - London - Up to 55,000
Our client is seeking an experienced Fine Art Technician to manage the full logistics process, including packing, crating, loading, and transporting artworks to their final destinations. You will play a key role in ensuring artworks are handled with care and transported safely across various locations.
Working Hours
- Full Time: Monday to Friday
- Overtime: Available
Package & Benefits
- Salary: Up to 55,000
- 23 days holiday + 8 bank holidays (increasing with service)
- Life Assurance
- Company Pension
- Electric Car Scheme
- Well being support
- Cycle to work scheme
Key Responsibilities
- Safe Handling & Transport: Ensure the secure transportation of high-value artworks for galleries, museums, private collectors, and exhibitions.
- Packing & Crating: Pack and crate artworks for safe transit.
- Loading & Unloading: Carefully load and unload artwork into/from vehicles with attention to detail.
- HGV Operations: Operate Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) for transporting fine art across the UK.
- Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations and industry standards during transportation.
- Installation & De-Installation: Assist with the installation and de-installation of artworks at exhibition sites as needed.
- Customer Service: Provide excellent customer service and maintain professional relationships with clients.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Valid HGV Licence (Category C or CE) is essential.
- Experience: Previous experience handling, packing, or transporting fine art or fragile, high-value items.
- Expertise: Knowledge of best practices for art handling, packing, and transportation.
- Health & Safety: Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and procedures.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional attention to detail with a passion for working with high-value art.
- Communication: Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
- Flexibility: Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional weekend work or travel.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Right to Work: Full right to work in the UK.
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