Melbourne, VIC, Australia, 3000
- Exhibitions & Collections Operations
- Casual
Role Statement
**VPS 2.1.4: $38.01 per hour plus 12%** superannuation**
The National Gallery of Victoria (NGV) is seeking casual Assistant Installation Technicians to provide high level support to the NGV Exhibition and Collection team through the installation and handling of artworks for exhibitions and collection displays.
**ABOUT THE POSITION**:
Under the supervisor's guidance, you will be responsible for installing, de-installing and lighting exhibitions, collection displays and other projects at the NGV sites in accordance with accepted international museum and conservation best practice standards. Other key responsibilities include:
- Assisting supervisors when collecting and installing artworks at various public sector locations, private residences and offices and packing artworks for transport and long-term storage.
- Fabricating and installing a range of display support material for exhibitions, collection displays, programs, and events.
- Monitoring object condition and report any damage or deterioration to Manager, Exhibition and Collection Operations, conservation, and registration departments.
- Ensuring equipment is maintained in a serviceable order and conducting monthly inventories of tool trolleys. Maintaining general housekeeping of the collection and holding stores and Installation workshop
To be successful in this position, you will have previous experience in art handling, creative fabrication, technical trades and/or museum lighting, with an eagerness to acquire new knowledge, skills, and techniques.
Possession of high-risk work qualifications (forklift, boom, rigging, EWP), driver's license and truck license would be an advantage. Applicants with awareness of electrical safety standards and experience with museum, theatre, or exhibition lighting techniques; mount making, silver solder and/or welding experience; or experience in CCV or signage installation experience will be well regarded.
For more details, please refer to the attached role statement.
**HOW TO APPLY**:
- A resume/CV
- A cover letter
- A statement addressing the key selection criteria in the role statement
Applications close at **5pm on**01 August**2025.