Lead Crate Maker for Museum-Quality Fine Art

Iron Mountain; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics provider in London is seeking a Senior Crate Maker to design and oversee the construction of bespoke crates for valuable artworks. This role requires extensive experience in crate making and supervisory skills. The ideal candidate will ensure quality and safety standards while mentoring junior team members. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and additional benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Pension scheme with 6.5% contribution

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Voluntary benefits like Dental Insurance

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within fine art logistics or high-value manufacturing sector.
• Ability to manage workflow and motivate a technical team.
• Commitment to highest standards of craftsmanship and quality.

Responsibilities

• Design and construct bespoke, museum-quality crates for artworks.
• Supervise daily activities and workflow of the Crate Making team.
• Provide guidance and mentor junior Crate Makers.

Skills

Proven experience as a Crate Maker

Supervisory experience

Expertise in bespoke wooden crates

Attention to detail

Strong verbal communication skills

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Job description

A leading logistics provider in London is seeking a Senior Crate Maker to design and oversee the construction of bespoke crates for valuable artworks. This role requires extensive experience in crate making and supervisory skills. The ideal candidate will ensure quality and safety standards while mentoring junior team members. The position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and additional benefits, including private medical insurance and a pension scheme.