Museum Collections Move Specialist

Experience Oxfordshire; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed museum organization in Kidlington is seeking a dedicated individual to handle, pack, and move museum collections safely. This full-time role emphasizes compliance with health and safety protocols and requires experience in managing complex objects. Candidates should have familiarity with documentation standards and possess the ability to manage a busy workload independently or in teams. The position offers benefits such as a robust pension scheme, generous annual leave, and support for professional development.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

38 days of annual leave

Comprehensive childcare services

Family leave schemes

Cycle loan scheme

Discounted bus travel

Qualifications

• Proven experience in packing and moving complex objects in a museum environment.
• Strong understanding of record keeping, data entry, and professional documentation standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Move museum objects and containers safely and efficiently.
• Pack, prepare, and freeze collections as necessary.
• Maintain accurate records of collection locations and handling.

Skills

Experience handling museum or historic collections

Understanding of health and safety protocols

Familiarity with catalogue databases

Education

Experience working in a museum or similar heritage site

Tools

Manual handling equipment

Own vehicle

Job description

An esteemed museum organization in Kidlington is seeking a dedicated individual to handle, pack, and move museum collections safely. This full-time role emphasizes compliance with health and safety protocols and requires experience in managing complex objects. Candidates should have familiarity with documentation standards and possess the ability to manage a busy workload independently or in teams. The position offers benefits such as a robust pension scheme, generous annual leave, and support for professional development.