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Tāmaki Paenga Hira: Tui tui hono tangata, whenua me te moana.

Ko Tāmaki Paenga Hira, hewaengarahi ake, he ngakau mahaki mo te kaitiakitanga taonga pū korero, pakiwaitara, korero tipua ano hoki mai i ngā kai para korero.

The Auckland War Memorial Museum – Tamaki Paenga Hira  is an influential, much-loved organisation at the centre of Auckland’s identity, committed to developing and sharing engaging content through its galleries, exhibition, events and educational programmes.

The position of Project Conservator – Relocations is integral to the delivery of enabling works that are identified as part of Phase One– a multi-faceted program of works which features Gallery Renewals, Base Build and Relocation in the delivery of Future Museum.  The role will provide overview, expert Conservation advice and capability to facilitate the embedding and implementation of best practice standards in the process of relocating the museums extensive collections.

To be successful in the role you will have:

  • Tertiary qualification in the Conservation of Cultural Materials
  • Member of NZCCM or internationally recognized Conservation affiliations
  • A minimum of 4 years Conservation experience
  • Experience with a wide range of materials
  • Experience in working with taonga Māori or other sensitive cultural material
  • Competency in Word, Excel, Collection Management Database, email and internet.
  • Ability to effectively and constructively communicate Conservation concerns
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skills
  • Desire to work in a fast-paced and lively organisation
  • Holds a passion for dynamic museums and for working in a cross functional team environment
  • Up-to-date knowledge of current professional thinking around Preventive Conservation
  •  Ability to make timely decisions using sound judgment and consultation
  • Excellent interpersonal and time management skill
  • Tact, discretion, and confidentiality
  •  Current driver’s license

You must be eligible to work in NZ to apply for this position.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to be part of a fabulous New Zealand organisation committed to telling our national and Auckland stories and reflecting our unique place in the South Pacific.

To apply for this role, please click here http://careers.aucklandmuseum.com/jobdetails/ajid/Eepj7/Project-Conservator-Relocations,7613.html