Working under general direction, the Large Technology Conservator is responsible for a range of hands-on conservation, preventive conservation, collection maintenance and exhibition projects involving NMA collection items and loan items from other institutions. This work will include:
- application of developed skills in interventive conservation treatment using established and new conservation techniques
- assisting in the development of treatment programs and being instrumental in the development of new approaches to the conservation of large technology objects, both functional and no longer functioning
- liaising with curators, registration and photography staff, condition assessment and reporting, collaborative work between the Large Technology Objects and other conservation teams, and between the Large Technology Objects and other areas of the Museum
- providing advice to internal and external ‘clients’
- assisting in the design and construction of mounting systems and participating in mount assessments.
- playing a key role in the installation and deinstallation of Large Technology Objects in the Museum’s galleries
- works with colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the team and coordinates the work of the Large Technology Contractors.
In conjunction with his/her supervisor, the large Technology Conservator ensures sound project and program management for the team
- manages and tracks own time and ensures that he/she has sufficient supervision, instruction and equipment to enable them to perform his/her duties safely and in keeping to professional ethics.
- complies with WHS 2011 and APS Code of Conduct.
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