Fabrication & Framing Specialist

Eythos Group; Singapore; Presencial; SGD 48.000 - 72.000; Jornada completa

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Competitive remuneration

Descripción de la vacante

Eythos Group in Singapore seeks an experienced Fabrication & Framing Specialist to join our newly established Fabrication Department. You will lead expert assembly of artworks into frames, handle framing materials, and ensure museum-quality presentation for galleries, museums, and collectors.

This role demands strong woodworking and joinery skills, meticulous quality control, and the ability to work independently while reporting progress clearly.

Formación

• Strong experience in custom framing and artwork assembly.
• Ability to fit and secure artworks into frames to museum/gallery standards.
• Experience with conservation-friendly framing methods and archival materials.

Responsabilidades

• Expertly assemble artworks into custom frames using museum and gallery-standard techniques.
• Install and secure artworks using archival and conservation-grade materials.
• Fit and assemble glazing, backing boards, spacers, mounts, fillets, and hanging systems.
• Ensure artworks are properly aligned, tensioned, protected, and presented.
• Complete final finishing and detailing before delivery or installation.
• Perform final visual inspections to ensure presentation quality.

Conocimientos

Framing assembly

Woodworking

Artwork handling

Problem solving

Quality control

Attention to detail

Independent work

Herramientas

Woodworking hand tools

Machinery operation

Archival framing materials handling

Descripción del empleo

We are seeking an experienced and highly autonomous Fabrication & Framing Specialist to join our Singapore office and become the first member of our newly established Fabrication Department.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the assembly, preparation, and quality control of custom-framed artworks, ensuring all works meet gallery, museum, and collector-level standards. This role requires a strong combination of art handling expertise, frame assembly skills, woodworking knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.

A key responsibility of this position is the expert assembly of artworks into frames, including the safe handling, fitting, securing, finishing, and final inspection of artworks prior to delivery or installation.

This role requires a self-driven individual capable of working independently while providing clear reporting and maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.

Key Responsibilities

Expertly assemble artworks into custom frames using museum and gallery-standard techniques

Install and secure artworks using appropriate archival and conservation-grade material

Fit and assemble glazing, backing boards, spacers, mounts, fillets, and hanging systems

Ensure artworks are properly aligned, tensioned, protected, and presented

Complete final finishing and detailing before delivery or installation

Perform final visual inspections to ensure presentation quality

Troubleshoot and resolve assembly challenges independently

Frame Quality Control

Inspect incoming frames produced by third-party manufacturers

Verify dimensions, join quality, finish consistency, structural integrity, and overall craftsmanship

Identify defects, inaccuracies, or damage prior to assembly

Conduct minor corrective woodworking or cosmetic repairs where required

Ensure all frames meet company quality standards before artworks are fitte

Woodworking & Technical Support

Perform minor woodworking adjustments and modifications

Correct fitting issues and assembly discrepancie

Carry out touch-ups, sanding, filling, and finishing repairs when necessary

Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace to professional standards

Handle fine art safely and professionally

Perform condition checks during artwork intake and preparation

Assist with packing, unpacking, and movement of artworks

Support artwork installations and exhibition preparations when required

Follow museum-standard handling and conservation practices

Reporting & Documentation

Produce clear and concise QC reports

Document framing issues and corrective actions through photographs and written reports

Provide regular updates on project status and fabrication activities

Maintain accurate records of completed work and quality inspections

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Expertise

Strong experience in custom framing and artwork assembly

Proven ability to fit and secure artworks into frames to museum or gallery standards

Strong woodworking and joinery skills

Experience using woodworking hand tools and machinery safely

Understanding of frame construction methods and materials

Ability to perform repairs and corrective work independently

Fine Art Experience

Experience handling fine art, cultural objects, or high-value collectibles

Deep understanding of artwork presentation standards

Knowledge of conservation-friendly framing methods and archival materials

Understanding of glazing options, mounting methods, backing systems, and hardware installation

Quality Control

Exceptional attention to detail

Ability to identify defects before artworks are assembled

Systematic approach to inspection and documentatio

Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

Communication & Reporting

Ability to communicate issues clearly and professionally

Comfortable documenting technical findings with photographs and written observations

Highly autonomous and capable of working with supervision from oversea

Meticulous and quality driven

Hands-on and technically skilled

Calm and methodical under pressur

Proactive in identifying and solving problems

Passionate about craftsmanship and the presentation of fine art

Well organised

About Eythos

Eythos is an ambitious, newly formed provider of innovative art storage and logistics solutions, aiming to set the new standard of quality and innovation for art storage and logistics in Asia. We specialize in the secure storage, preservation, and transportation of artworks, ensuring that each piece is handled with the utmost care. We are committed to sustainability and minimizing our environmental impact through responsible practices in all aspects of our operations.

We provide a competitive remuneration package along with comprehensive fringe benefits for the right candidates.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purposes only. Applicants not hearing from us within four weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful. All unsuccessful applications will be destroyed after six months.