Heritage Painter & Conservation Specialist
National Museum of the Royal Navy
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Job summary
National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth seeks a skilled conservator-painter to work on historic vessels and artefacts within a dynamic, public-facing environment. You will contribute to conserving metalwork and woodwork, maintain records, and support safety standards while engaging visitors with conservation stories.
The role requires a Level 2 City & Guilds in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting or equivalent, or demonstrable industry experience in marine conservation painting,
Qualifications
- Must have Level 2 City & Guilds in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting or equivalent.
- Experience on conservation projects in marine or coastal environments is desirable.
- Ability to follow a planned work programme and maintain records, with attention to health and safety.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and treat historic metalwork and woodwork prior to redecoration.
- Follow a programme of planned work and adapt to arising tasks.
- Engage with visitors in public-facing areas to share knowledge about conservation.
Skills
Education
Job description
National Museum of the Royal Navy in Portsmouth seeks a skilled conservator-painter to work on historic vessels and artefacts within a dynamic, public-facing environment. You will contribute to conserving metalwork and woodwork, maintain records, and support safety standards while engaging visitors with conservation stories.
The role requires a Level 2 City & Guilds in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting or equivalent, or demonstrable industry experience in marine conservation painting,
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