Facilities and Gallery Technician
The Art House Closing date: Wed, 22 Jul 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
The Facilities and Gallery Technician is a hands-on role focused on the practical maintenance, presentation and day-to-day care of The Art House's (TAH) spaces. You will play a key role in ensuring TAH remains a safe, welcoming and well- maintained environment for artists, Studio Holders, visitors and staff.
Working across facilities, technical support and exhibition delivery, the role helps ensure the smooth operation of TAH's diverse programme of activity. The role is central to support the maintenance and presentation of TAH's buildings, galleries, studios, and outdoor spaces. Working with and reporting to the Head of Buildings, the role combines practical maintenance responsibilities with exhibition installation support and general building upkeep.
The role helps support the needs of artists, studio holders, participants, visitors and staff, contributing to a welcoming and accessible environment for everyone who uses TAH.
To see the full list of responsibilities and person specification, please download our job description.
Job Requirements
Requirements:
- Experience in facilities maintenance, building services or a similar practical role.
- Enjoys practical problem-solving and finding effective solutions to day-to-day operational issues / DIY, repair and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using hand and power tools safely.
- Understanding of health and safety requirements in a workplace environment.
- Ability to safely move and handle equipment, materials and artworks.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Attention to detail
- A supportive and compassionate attitude to working with others
- Ability to work flexibly and adapt to the changing operational needs of the organisation
- Ability to prioritise and work under pressure with good time management
- Proactive approach to work and in working with others
- A commitment to creating welcoming and inclusive spaces for diverse communities
- An understanding of, or interest in, the role of visual arts organisations in supporting artists and communities
Job Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities of the role cover areas from facilities and building maintenance to gallery and exhibition support, health, safety of security and other general duties. We welcome applicants with experience gained through building maintenance, facilities, construction, carpentry, workshop environments, technical theatre, gallery installation or similar practical fields. To read the full list of Job Responsibilities please visit The Art House's website.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Facilities and Gallery Technician
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Visual arts
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 22 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Facilities and Gallery Technician
Job: Facilities and Gallery Technician
Organisation: The Art House
Postcode: WF12TE
How to Apply
To apply, please email [email protected] with your CV and a cover letter outlining what attracted you to The Art House.
The Art House is disability confident committed. Disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the post will be guaranteed an interview. Please indicate any access needs you may have during the selection process if you choose not to submit an access doc/rider.
- Contact name: Lucy Juniper
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Art House
The Art House is a leading visual arts organisation supporting artists at all stages of their careers through exhibitions, residencies and creative projects. We are home to more than 45 artist studios and provide public access to our Print Studio, Ceramics Studio and Darkroom.
We are committed to accessibility, inclusion and creating welcoming spaces for artists, communities and visitors.