Ceramic Technician

Yosh; Al Nahyan; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

MAKE in Abu Dhabi is seeking a hands-on Ceramics Technician to support the daily operations and delivery of its ceramics studio. You will work closely with the Ceramics Consultant to manage studio processes, kiln firing, materials, and equipment while supporting educational programs and community activities.

Ideal candidates hold a diploma or degree in Ceramics or related design fields, with 2–4 years of studio experience, and strong knowledge of clay bodies, glazes, and firing.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Design, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of hands-on experience in a ceramics studio or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of clay bodies, glazing techniques, and firing processes.
• Experience operating and maintaining kilns and studio equipment.
• Workshop facilitation or teaching experience is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily studio operations with safety and cleanliness.
• Oversee kiln scheduling, loading, firing, and unloading.
• Maintain firing logs and kiln usage documentation.
• Monitor clay, glazes, tools, and studio consumables.
• Support delivery of ceramics workshops and classes.
• Provide technical guidance to participants during sessions.
• Ensure health, safety and compliance in the studio.
• Track studio usage and identify opportunities for operational improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on

Time management

English communication

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Design, or related field

Tools

Kiln operation

Studio equipment maintenance

Job description

About MAKE

MAKE is a part workshop, lab, studio, and garage, offering a diverse range of programs focused on building creative skills and process learning in making, design, engineering, and art. It is supported by a wide range of professional-grade machinery, tools, and facilities.

MAKE is home to a community of entrepreneurs, experimenters, designers, artists, DIY enthusiasts, hobbyists, learners, and creators. Our mission is to support and grow a culture of making in Abu Dhabi, providing makers with the resources and knowledge needed to turn ideas into reality.

Our mission is built on two key pillars:
Enabling the makers' community through our makerspace and services
Building community capabilities through educational programs

We welcome makers of all ages and experience levels - from beginners to professional designers. MAKE is a place where people with different creative abilities come together to explore, learn, and create.

Job Summary

We are seeking a hands‑on and passionate Ceramics Technician to support the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and delivery of our ceramics studio. This role plays a key part in ensuring a safe, efficient, and inspiring environment for makers while supporting educational programs, studio users, and community engagement activities.

Working closely with the Ceramics Consultant, you will assist in managing studio operations, kiln firing processes, materials, equipment maintenance, workshops, and member support.

Key Responsibilities

Studio Operations & Technical Management

• Manage daily studio operations, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and readiness.
• Oversee kiln scheduling, loading, firing, and unloading processes.
• Maintain firing logs and documentation of kiln usage.
• Monitor and manage clay, glazes, tools, and studio consumables.
• Maintain inventory records and stock levels.
• Prepare and recycle clay, manage reclaim processes, and ensure material readiness.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs when required.
• Support studio setup and reset for daily activities, workshops, and programs.

Kiln & Firing Management

• Execute firing schedules in coordination with the Ceramics Consultant.
• Prepare, load, monitor, and unload kilns according to technical standards.
• Ensure proper handling and firing of ceramic works.
• Advise users on firing processes, risks, and best practices.
• Minimize material waste and optimize kiln loads.

Educational Support

• Support the delivery of ceramics workshops and classes.
• Facilitate introductory and beginner-level ceramics sessions.
• Assist with preparing teaching materials, samples, demonstrations, and studio setups.
• Provide technical guidance and support to participants during sessions.

Community Engagement & Member Support

• Provide day-to-day support to ceramics studio members.
• Guide users on the safe and proper use of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Assist members in troubleshooting technical challenges.
• Foster a welcoming, collaborative, and respectful studio environment.
• Escalate complex technical or creative queries to the Ceramics Consultant when required.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
• Monitor the safe use of studio equipment and materials.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of shared spaces.
• Support the enforcement of studio policies and guidelines.

Monitoring & Continuous Improvement

• Track studio usage and identify opportunities for operational improvements.
• Provide feedback on community needs and studio performance.
• Support the development of new ceramics programs, workshops, and initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Ceramics, Fine Arts, Design, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of hands‑on experience in a ceramics studio or similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of clay bodies, glazing techniques, and firing processes.
• Experience operating and maintaining kilns and studio equipment.
• Workshop facilitation or teaching experience is an advantage.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Good communication skills in English; Arabic is a plus.

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and sense of responsibility.
• Hands‑on, proactive, and solution‑oriented approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic studio environment.
• Community-focused mindset with a supportive attitude.
• Commitment to safety, cleanliness, and best practices.
• Ability to support and guide users with varying levels of experience.