Technician
Birmingham Museums Trust Closing date: Thu, 01 Oct 2026
- Full time
- £25k-£30k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
£28,704 per annum
37 hours per week
Birmingham Museums Trust is more than a collection of buildings and objects. We are the guardians of a world-class collection, and active contributors of social change. As the largest independent trust in the UK, we care for over one million objects, stored, and displayed in nine unique and historic venues, including six listed buildings.
The role involves all aspects of technical support and provision for Birmingham Museums Trust (BMT) and its external clients and partners. This includes exhibition construction, installation and maintenance, collection transportation and assistance with collection care and conservation activities of the section. The role is primarily based at BMAG but also involves technical provision and support at the historic properties and collections centre within the trust's portfolio of sites. The technical team works with colleagues across the organisation to ensure our collections are safe and beautifully presented at all time.
Job Requirements
What we're looking for:
Experience working in a similar environment
Experience of using different materials
Evidence of using audio-visual equipment
Ability to work within a team as well as independently
Applicants should be able to work at height, and also be competent with hand tools and other workshop-based activities, such as basic carpentry and materials handling
Able to work flexible hours & days - some exhibitions need installing when the museum is shut to the public
Job Responsibilities
What you'll be doing:
Exhibition fabrication and installation
Audio-visual installation and lighting control and programming
Safely moving and handling collection items within the museum
Team working and collaborating across departments on complex projects
Working safely and responsibly to achieve project goals
Formulating creative design solutions as needs arise
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Technician
- Salary: £25k-£30k
- Hours: Full time
- Artform: Museums
- Role: Technical & Production
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Thu, 01 Oct 2026
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Location:
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Job: Technician
Job: Technician
Organisation: Birmingham Museums Trust
Postcode: B3 3DH
How to Apply
Please visit Birmingham Museums Trust careers page for further information and to apply using the application form (CV's are not accepted)
Close date for applications is 1st October 2026 at 5pm
- Contact name: Jackie Terry
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Birmingham Museums Trust
Birmingham Museums Trust is more than a collection of buildings and objects. Our role is not only that of a guardian of a world-class collection, but of an active contributor to social change; forging links between past, present and future in ways that inspire creativity, hope and trust.