Exhibition Technician – Mechanical Fitter/Cabinet Maker
Would you like to join our team?
Are you looking to join a team that is driven by passion, respect, and embraces innovation? Do you thrive in a fun and inclusive work environment? Look no further, Scitech is the place for you! At Scitech we deliver informative programs and experiences to engage minds, inspire imaginations and promote STEM learning.
We are currently seeking a highly creative and hands-on Exhibition Technician who will be responsible for assisting in the design, development, preparation, and installation of permanent, temporary, and travelling exhibitions.
In this role you will:
- Develop and prepare exhibitions by creating practical solutions to design challenges.
- Complete work requests by identifying and undertaking required maintenance and repair activities.
- Maintain and clean workshop areas, tools, and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
- Support the deinstallation and removal of exhibitions in accordance with project requirements.
- Record, document, and archive exhibition information and materials to maintain accurate records.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an individual who is an adaptable tradesperson with excellent attention to detail, and a genuine passion for building, creating and problem-solving.
Other skills and experience required include:
- Creative, out of the box thinker.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings.
- Experience in a workshop or manufacturing environment.
- Possess a wide range of manual skills, painting, woodwork/carpentry, metalwork, and plastics technology. (desirable)
- Experience in Computer Numerical Contract (CNC) programming utilisation or 3D Printing (desirable)
Qualifications and Licences required:
- Trade qualifications in either Mechanical Fitting/Fitter Machinist, Cabinet Maker, Carpentry, Metal Fabrication or similar
- Minimum 2 years post trade experience.
- Drivers Licence
- National Police Clearance or ability to obtain one.
- Work Safely at Heights qualification (desirable)
- Forklift license (desirable)
Employee Benefits
Some of the perks of working at Scitech include:
- Birthday leave
- Wellness days
- Gifted leave across Christmas and New Year Period;
- Discounts on specified goods, services and activities;
- Professional development opportunities;
- Scitech membership and discovery shop discount; and
- Central location with close proximity to public transport routes.
About Us
There are over 2.5 million minds in Western Australia. Scitech is here to ignite a spark of curiosity in every single one.
We are a not-for-profit organisation, committed and passionate about preparing Western Australians for the future. Scitech delivers exciting science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) experiences to engage minds in our Science Centre and in every corner of the state. This engagement is facilitated by our regional visits, tours and innovative programs.
At Scitech, we recognise our strength in diversity. We actively encourage applicants of all genders, ages, abilities and backgrounds.