Collections Care Technician (Permanent)(Full Time)

OneRen; Paisley; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A cultural heritage organization in Paisley is looking for a dedicated Collections Care Technician to support the care of museum collections. This full-time role involves hands-on work with objects to ensure they are documented and ready for display. You will contribute to conservation, environmental monitoring, and public access, collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance cultural heritage efforts.

Qualifications

• Dedicated and experienced in collections care.
• Passionate about heritage and material culture.
• Ability to work hands-on with a wide range of objects.

Responsibilities

• Care for and document museum collections.
• Contribute to conservation and environmental monitoring.
• Collaborate with colleagues and community partners.

Job description

Salary: £27,612 - £29,072 per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Position Type: Full Time

Hours: 35 hours per week

Advert

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Collections Care Technician to help care for Renfrewshire’s rich museum collections.

If you’re passionate about heritage, material culture, and making collections accessible to all, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

As part of the OneRen team, you’ll join us at a pivotal moment - supporting the final preparatory stages of the landmark Paisley Museum Re-imagined project. You’ll work hands-on with a wide range of objects, helping to ensure they are documented, cared for, and ready for display in a world-class museum setting.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you’ll contribute to conservation, environmental monitoring, collections documentation, and public access. You’ll collaborate with colleagues, contractors, and community partners to deliver best practice in collections care and help bring our cultural heritage to life.

Interview date: To be confirmed.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Basic Level 1 Disclosure Scotland check.

If you would like further information in relation to the Disclosure Scotland checks, please visit their website.

Applications are welcome from candidates from all backgrounds including those with disabilities and candidates who have ‘care experience’