Technicien chargé des collections (sculpture)

Southbank Centre, the UK’s largest arts charity, is seeking a Collection Technician (Sculpture) to join its Arts Council Collection team. The role is full‑time, fixed‑term until 31 March 2027, and based onsite at the Longside Gallery in London. Responsibilities include case‑making, packing, condition reporting, installation and de‑installation of sculpture works, operating a Flexi forklift, and overseeing loading and unloading of artworks. Candidates must have art‑handling experience, woodworking/case‑making skills, and be comfortable using collection management software. The position offers a salary of £33,300 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package (pension contribution, 32 days leave, staff discounts, free event tickets, and more). Applications close on 14 August 2026; early submission is encouraged as the vacancy may close sooner if volume is high. Applications are submitted via the Southbank Centre careers portal; email or agency submissions are not considered.

£33,300 per year salary; 5‑9% pension contribution; 32 days annual leave + bank holidays; employee assistance programme; enhanced sick and family leave; up to 30% discount at onsite retail and food venues; staff ticket offers for Southbank Centre events; free entry to Hayward Gallery.

Requires art‑handling experience, preferably with a collection; woodworking/case‑making skills; ability to use collection management systems; forklift operation competence.