Momart has a vacancy for a full-time, permanent position in the Packing and Casemaking Department. Reporting to the Packing Manager, you will be involved in the various aspects of handling and shipping fragile works of art, including operation of workshop plant and machinery, fabrication, wrapping, packing, and completion of operational paperwork.
The ideal candidate will be a team worker with practical skills (for example, carpentry), a flexible attitude and keen sense of responsibility.
Awareness of Health & Safety procedures essential, some experience/knowledge of the art industry an advantage.
Key tasks

• Safe handling of works utilising lifting equipment appropriate to the task.
• Fabrication and preparation of packing systems, linings and wraps.
• Operation of plant and machinery within workshop in accordance with Momart’s training and operation procedures.
• Executing tasks in an expedient and timely manner
• Manual handling of a range of objects, some of which may be heavy.
• Wrap and pack fragile art objects (intensive training given).
• Completion of operational paperwork.
• Assess and record condition of artworks.
• Following procedures as required by company security policy.
• Communicate with job planners and co-ordinators as necessary.
• Take responsibility for informing supervisors of stock levels.
• Keeping the workshop environment safe and tidy.
• Work closely with other technicians, sharing skills and knowledge in a pro-active way.
• Follow Health & Safety procedures according to company policy, in line with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.

Skills & personal qualities

• Flexible individual – hours of work may vary according to business needs.
• Able to work closely with other technicians.
• An understanding of the fragility and importance of the items being handled.
• An approachable communicator who is comfortable with dealing with all levels of the public
• Conscientious individual who is positive, motivated, vigilant, and responsible.
• Demonstrates a good understanding of Momart’s security programme and their role in it.
• Assists colleagues, customers and Suppliers in resolving security issues and escalating where necessary.

Company description
Momart is the premier fine art handling, shipping and storage company in the UK. Established in 1972, we have world-class reputation for providing solutions to the most complex art transport and installation challenges. We have been involved in handling many of the world’s most prestigious fine art objects and are now the agent of choice for the many national museums, art galleries and private collectors.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £13.50 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 45 per week
Additional pay:

• Loyalty bonus

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Sick pay
• Transport links

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Carpentry: 1 year (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person
Reference ID: CT123