Short term contract opportunities

ICS  has short term contracts available from time to time for people with hands-on experience in the arts or heritage sector, conservation students and recent graduates. The work is located in Perth and would suit applicants from all relevant disciplines.  

Please let us know if you would like to be listed in our Public Art & Outdoor Heritage Technicians Pool. We will contact you when suitable opportunities come up.

Part-time work may  be considered.

‍Types of work

Conservation work is undertaken under the supervision and training of ICS conservators and may include:

• Conducting routine cleaning, applying protective coatings (specialized waxes, anti-graffiti sealants), monitoring assets for environmental damage.
• Treating corrosion on bronze statues, repairing cracked stone or masonry, fixing structural stability, and touching up weathered paint or mosaic tiles.
• Assisting conservators the structural rigging, safe transport, and secure mounting of new public art pieces.
• Photodocumentation and condition reporting of an object's physical condition, materials used, and treatment history for archiving purposes.

Selection criteria

Our ideal applicants will have:

1. A good understanding of how different materials (bronze, iron, marble, concrete, fiberglass, wood) react to weather, pollution, and chemical treatments.
2. Excellent hands-on technical skills for a variety of conservation jobs and projects.
3. Skills and ability to use a variety of hand tools and other equipment, eg. lifting equipment, drill.
4. Proficiency in welding, masonry, carpentry, rigging, and operating heavy machinery like boom lifts or pressure washers is highly regarded.
5. Good written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical report writing and client liaison.
6. Proficient use of business technology including Microsoft Office software and digital photography.
7. Sound working knowledge of, and commitment to, Work Health and Safety practices in the workplace.
8. Ability to work independently, set priorities, and manage time effectively.
9. Strong interpersonal skills that bring positive contributions to the team environment
10. Initiative and willingness to learn variety of tasks and to work collaboratively.
11. Previous experience of working in a technical role will be valued.

‍Wages and hours

• Casual rate: $39.05 - $43.28/hr, according to experience
• 7.5 hours per day, or flexible as negotiated

Application

Please provide:

• Your CV
• A letter responding to the selection criteria above
• Phone number of two referees

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