This full-time position is available for commencement in September 2024.  Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

 International Conservation Services (ICS) is Australia’s largest private conservation practice.  We conserve a wide range of cultural and heritage objects and artefacts including paintings, furniture, textiles, paper, sculpture, archaeological artefacts and wall finishes in buildings.

ICS Melbourne has openings for experienced Heritage Trades Specialists with hands-on and project-management skills.  Our positions will suit people with a background in heritage conservation, who like to work on a wide variety of materials and projects, and who enjoy working outdoors with occasional travel. Use your specialist heritage trade skills in projects to conserve important outdoor heritage and public art in a variety of settings.  Collaborate with conservators to solve technical problems, working both in the lab and on site.

Role

You will apply your specialist trade skills in a variety of heritage and conservation settings within the discipline of your training. Working closely with conservators, you will devise and implement conservation methodologies, prepare quotations and tender submissions, manage projects and teams, prepare condition assessments and reports, and work closely with clients and subcontractors.

Site-based conservation and heritage projects form a significant component of the work, with a requirement for both hands-on technical and project management skills. Site-based projects include conservation of heritage objects and materials in or on buildings, engineering structures, ruins, monuments, and outdoor artworks.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience working on heritage or conservation projects in a similar role
• Hands-on skills in one or more heritage or conservation disciplines (a strong background in building conservation, stone, metal or objects conservation will be highly regarded)
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sound working knowledge of, and commitment to, safe work practices
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Initiative and willingness to learn
• Outcomes-focused, with a level-headed approach, helpful attitude and excellent work ethic
• Ability to foster client relationships and engage in networking to promote future work opportunities
• Confidence using business technology including Microsoft Office and digital cameras
• Australian citizenship or residency
• Relevant heritage / conservation qualification
• VIC Drivers Licence (essential)

What we offer:

In return for your hard work and professionalism, you will be entitled to a range of benefits including:

• Generous annual professional development allowance
• Mobile phone
• Great working environment and people
• Flexible working arrangements

Salary will be commensurate with experience in the range of AUD$73,584 - $96,792 plus 11.5% superannuation.

Please visit our website at www.icsconservation.com for more information about our business.

Download a detailed position description.

Submit your application using the online application form.

Your application must include a detailed resume, two referee contacts from current or previous employers, and a covering letter outlining why you believe you are suited for this job. Please refer to the selection criteria on the final page of the position description.

For further information contact Ruth Thompson by email: r.thompson@icsconservation.com

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.