**Job Details**:
**Posted**:
- 30th January, 2025
**Sector**:
- Fine Art Shipping
**Location**:
- Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
**Job Ref**:
- 18182
**Salary**:
- Competitive
Please note this client will provide relocation support to Melbourne and visa sponsorship.
In this role you will be responsible for constructing bespoke crates, ensuring the safe transport of valuable artwork and museum objects. The role involves hands-on woodworking, operating machinery, and designing protective structures tailored to specific requirements.
**Responsibilities**:
- Construct high-quality crates to precise specifications, meeting industry standards.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and job sheets to ensure accurate production.
- Design and adapt crating structures to provide optimal protection, considering pressure points and handling needs.
- Operate woodworking machinery, including routers, saws, and planers.
- Fit and secure crate components, support structures, and mounting materials.
- Identify appropriate machines and tools for crate construction.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 years' experience in art crating and construction.
- Proven experience in packing, handling, and installing museum objects and artwork.
- Physically fit and capable of performing manual tasks.
- Proficiency in using a variety of woodworking and machining equipment.
- Strong ability to interpret technical drawings and job specifications.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of safety practices within a manufacturing environment.
- Must have a clear police record for visa purposes.