Apprentice Conservation Technician (Engineering)

www.nationalmuseums.org.uk - Jobboard; Duxford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

The IWM Duxford is seeking an Apprentice Conservation Technician (Engineering) to help conserve its collection of large industrial objects. This role offers in-house training and external apprenticeship, equipping candidates with essential conservation skills to preserve history for future generations.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of mechanical engineering required.
• Current, valid, clean driving licence or in process of gaining one.

Responsibilities

• Carry out conservation treatments and techniques.
• Research historic objects for accurate conservation.
• Record all work on projects.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering Understanding

Job description

Apprentice Conservation Technician (Engineering)

Job Description
Join the team at IWM Duxford as an Apprentice Conservation Technician (Engineering) and play a vital role in helping to conserve and restore the museum's extensive collection of large industrial objects. This position is essential in safeguarding their historical integrity, ensuring future generations can experience and enjoy them.

Responsibilities:

As an Apprentice Conservation Technician (Engineering), you'll take part in an in-house training programme alongside a formal apprenticeship with an external provider. This will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to begin a career in conservation.

Training will include learning how to:
- Carry out conservation treatments and techniques
- Use equipment in a way that complies with Health and Safety requirements
- Research historic objects to ensure accurate and appropriate conservation
- Accurately recording all work carried out on projects

The ideal candidate will have a basic understanding of mechanical engineering and either hold a current, valid, clean driving licence, or be in the process of gaining one (a 6-month grace period will be allowed). You'll be expected to drive museum vehicles as part of the role.

Apply now and become part of a passionate team preserving history at IWM Duxford!

For a full list of duties and the person specification (which your application will be marked against) please view the Job Description at the IWM Jobs Page.

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