Museum Collections Logistics Assistant

University of Oxford Gardens, Libraries & Museums; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious museum in the UK is seeking a dedicated team member to assist in the management and movement of its extensive collections, ensuring careful handling and record-keeping. The ideal candidate will have experience in a museum or heritage environment, a solid grasp of health and safety protocols, and proficiency in catalogue databases. This full-time role involves physical tasks and teamwork, contributing to the museum’s storage strategy and collection management efforts.

Benefits

Excellent contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans

Qualifications

• Experience working in a museum or heritage site.
• Ability to handle, pack, and move complex objects.
• Strong understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Experience using catalogue databases.
• Capable of managing a busy workload.

Responsibilities

• Move museum objects and containers safely.
• Pack, prepare, and freeze collections as required.
• Maintain records and locations accurately.
• Conduct work in museum and warehouse-style stores.

Skills

Experience handling delicate objects

Understanding of health and safety protocols

Familiarity with catalogue databases

Organizational skills

Proficiency in standard IT applications

Job description

A prestigious museum in the UK is seeking a dedicated team member to assist in the management and movement of its extensive collections, ensuring careful handling and record-keeping. The ideal candidate will have experience in a museum or heritage environment, a solid grasp of health and safety protocols, and proficiency in catalogue databases. This full-time role involves physical tasks and teamwork, contributing to the museum’s storage strategy and collection management efforts.