Senior Crate Maker, 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

At Iron Mountain we know that work, when done well, makes a positive impact for our customers, our employees, and our planet. That’s why we need smart, committed people to join us. Whether you’re looking to start your career or make a change, talk to us and see how you can elevate the power of your work at Iron Mountain.

We provide expert, sustainable solutions in records and information management, digital transformation services, data centers, asset lifecycle management, and fine art storage, handling, and logistics. We proudly partner every day with our 225,000 customers around the world to preserve their invaluable artifacts, extract more from their inventory, and protect their data privacy in innovative and socially responsible ways.

Are you curious about being part of our growth stor y while evolving your skills in a culture that will welcome your unique contributions? If so, let’s start the conversation.

Crozier is a global leader in fine art logistics and services, offering comprehensive solutions for the storage, transportation, crating, installation, and management of art. With over 45 years of experience, they operate across three continents with 38 locations and 12 global markets, boasting over 1.8 million square feet of fine art storage. They are known for their commitment to care and discretion, serving leading artists, collectors, galleries, and institutions worldwide, and are also investing in next‑generation technology and sustainable practices.

You’ll have the unique opportunity to work with some of the world’s most valuable art and collaborate with leading galleries, museums, and private collectors. Crozier is a global leader in fine art logistics, offering unparalleled exposure to significant cultural heritage.

Job summary

As the Senior Crate Maker, you will be the technical authority and day‑to‑day lead within the Crate Making Workshop. Your primary responsibility is the expert design and construction of custom crates for valuable and diverse artworks. You will also take on supervisory duties, managing the daily workflow, mentoring junior team members, and ensuring all production meets Crozier’s exacting quality and safety standards. You will ensure the workshop runs efficiently in support of the wider logistics operation.

Your role in our mission

• Design, construct, and finish bespoke, museum‑quality crates and packaging for diverse artworks, including paintings, sculptures, and complex installations, ensuring maximum protection during transport.
• Act as the operational lead, supervising the daily activities and workflow of the Crate Making team to ensure production targets and deadlines are met efficiently.
• Serve as the workshop’s technical expert, providing guidance, troubleshooting complex crating challenges, and mentoring junior Crate Makers on advanced techniques and best practices.
• Conduct final checks on all completed crating projects, ensuring compliance with design specifications, international shipping standards, and internal quality protocols.
• Monitor material stock levels (timber, foam, hardware, etc.), working closely with the Operations Manager to communicate needs and ensure materials are ordered and prepared for scheduled projects.
• Ensure strict adherence to all workshop health and safety protocols and maintain the correct usage and general upkeep of all machinery, tools, and equipment.

Valued Skills and Experience

• Extensive, proven experience as a Crate Maker, Joiner, Carpenter, or in a similar skilled fabrication role, preferably within the fine art logistics or high‑value manufacturing sector.
• Prior experience in a supervisory, team lead, or mentoring role, with the ability to manage workflow and motivate a technical team.
• Expert proficiency in the design, construction, and finishing of bespoke wooden crates and packaging solutions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship and quality.
• Strong verbal communication skills for effective team direction, inter‑departmental collaboration, and clear reporting to the Operations Manager.
• Physical fitness and the capability to handle heavy materials and operate woodworking machinery safely and effectively.
• Thorough knowledge of workshop safety procedures and the proper operation and maintenance of carpentry equipment.

What’s in it for you

• Consistent Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM shift
• Competitive Salary Rewarding your expertise and dedication, as well as overtime & additional rates for trips
• Generous Leave: 23 days annual leave + bank holidays, increasing with length of service.
• Your Well‑being First: We offer Private Medical Insurance and a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family’s health and life needs.
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from our generous pension scheme, with Iron Mountain contributing 6.5%, plus Life Assurance covering four times your annual salary.
• Perks for Your Lifestyle: Enjoy a range of voluntary benefits like Dental Insurance, a Bike to Work scheme, fitness membership discounts, and an Electric Vehicle Scheme.