Preventive Conservation Technician Apprentice

Your time will be divided between attending classes on relevant subjects and practical experience in the workplace, which will include: 

Carry out conservation safeguarding duties during events or filming, often out of core hours. Remove dust from floors and flat surfaces behind barriers and artefacts in the display and storage areas to an agreed professional conservation standard. Document and report the changing condition of artefacts and interiors on display. Assist with other activities, including packing and moving objects when necessary. Assist in the delivery of exhibition programmes or projects under the supervision of a conservator. Assist in the delivery of servicing for specialist conservation equipment. Assist in maintaining health and safety-related documentation.
Assist in maintaining and organising preventive conservation supplies. Continue to maintain and develop professional knowledge. Receive training where and when appropriate, attend relevant lectures, seminars and exhibitions and share acquired knowledge. Work effectively, efficiently and safely with all HRP employees and volunteers. Be an ambassador for conservation as part of the public areas on a daily basis, communicating in a friendly and professional way directly with visitors and other customers.

Training Outcome:

This is a great first step into a conservation career.

Employer Description:

Historic Royal Palaces (HRP) is a team of people who love and look after six of the most wonderful palaces in the world. We create space for spirits to stir and be stirred.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, may work evenings and weekends.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills