Right Now Group are recruiting for a Fine Art Technician to join a specialist Fine Art and High-Value Logistics business based in West Drayton.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a unique and specialist environment, handling, packing and moving valuable artwork, antiques, sculptures and high-end interior pieces.
Previous Fine Art experience would be advantageous but isn't essential. Candidates from high-end furniture moving, specialist removals or similar careful-handling backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Junior candidates with the right attitude and willingness to learn will also be considered.
Key Responsibilities of a Fine Art Technician
- Safely handle artwork, antiques, sculptures and high-value furniture
- Pack and protect valuable and fragile items using specialist materials
- Prepare items for transportation using padding, foam, protective materials and crates
- Complete detailed condition reports before and after handling
- Load and unload specialist vehicles safely and securely
- Use handling equipment including dollies, pallet trucks and carts
- Support the movement and positioning of heavy or awkward pieces
- Assist with collections and installation of artwork where required
- Accurately record the movement and location of items using inventory systems
- Work closely with Warehouse, Operations and Customer Service teams
- Maintain exceptional standards of care throughout the handling process
Skills & Experience Required for a Fine Art Technician
- Previous experience as a Fine Art Technician, Art Handler or Fine Art Packer advantageous
- Candidates from high-end furniture moving or specialist removals will also be considered
- Junior candidates who are motivated and eager to learn are encouraged to apply
- Excellent attention to detail and a careful, methodical approach
- Comfortable handling valuable, fragile and potentially heavy items
- Experience using warehouse handling equipment beneficial
- Physically comfortable working within a hands-on position
- Reliable, professional and a strong team player
Salary & Benefits for a Fine Art Technician
- £28,000 - £38,000 depending on experience
- Monday to Friday
- 07:00 - 15:30
- 40-hour working week
- Permanent, full-time position
- Specialist Fine Art handling training and development
- Opportunity to build a career within Fine Art Logistics
- Exposure to valuable and culturally significant artwork
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
Why Apply for this Fine Art Technician Position?
This isn't a typical warehouse or removals role. You'll be trusted with the careful handling and protection of valuable artwork and specialist pieces, where precision, care and attention to detail are essential.
Whether you're already working within Fine Art Logistics or come from a high-end furniture or specialist removals background, this is an excellent opportunity to develop specialist skills within a growing international operation.
Suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours.
