Description

He angittanga: The opportunity

Objects / Time-based Media Conservator

Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tamaki is the guardian of one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most significant art collections, valued at over $460 million. We are seeking an experienced Objects / Time-based Media Conservator to play a critical role in the long-term care, preservation, and presentation of this nationally important collection.

This is a senior specialist role where your expertise will directly influence the longevity, value, and readiness for display of historical and contemporary artworks, including complex installations and time-based media. You will work closely with curators, artists, technicians, and external partners, and contribute to the Gallery’s reputation as a leader in conservation practice in New Zealand and internationally.

This role is permanent, full time.

To read the full position description please click: https://careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/job/Central-Auckland-Objects-Time-based-Media-Conservator-1010/1358077066/

He korero mu: About you

• You will bring a recognised tertiary qualification in Cultural Materials, Heritage Conservation or Material Science, specialising in objects, sculpture, contemporary art, or time-based media.
• With at least five years’ conservation experience in a museum or gallery environment, you will have a strong track record in both preventive and remedial conservation, including the complex treatment and management of unique artworks and time-based media. 
• We also require someone who is confident working in a conservation laboratory, knowledgeable in chemical handling and Health & Safety protocols, and experienced in independent research, accurate documentation, and adhering to cultural conservation principles and ethics. 

Ng huatanga kei a motou: What we offer

We offer a collaborative, values-led organisation committed to inclusion and bicultural practice.

In return for your hard work, you will enjoy a competitive salary package, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment that fosters creativity and collaboration.

The salary for this role is between NZ $88,528 and NZ $ 104,438, based on skillset and experience. 

We also have an ever changing and growing range of council and partnership benefits, as snapshot of which you can find here: Benefits

Tono mo te mahi / To Apply

• Please provide a bespoke cover letter.
• No need to add your roles in the non-mandatory fields if your CV is up to date.
• We are an accredited employer. We can consider overseas applications and support a AEWV applicants if we do not receive suitable candidates within New Zealand. Please check the NZ Immigration website to ascertain if you would qualify to apply in this manner and note this in your cover letter.
• Applications will close at 11:59pm on Sunday 5th April

 TO APPLY: https://careers.aucklandcouncil.govt.nz/job/Central-Auckland-Objects-Time-based-Media-Conservator-1010/1358077066/ 

If after reading the advert and PD you have any questions, please contact gina.seward@aucklandcouncil.govt.nz

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Relevant and recognised tertiary degree in Cultural Materials, Heritage Conservation or Material Science (speciality – Objects, Sculpture, Time-based Media, Contemporary Art) and accreditation of a professional body such as the New Zealand Conservators of Cultural Materials (NZCCM), Australian Institute of Conservation (AICCM), the Institute of Conservation (ICON), or American Institute of Conservation (AIC).
• Proven documentation showing experience in both preventive conservation and remedial
  conservation.

Experience:

• Extensive and wide-ranging experience in the complex treatment of unique and
  irreplaceable art, objects, sculpture, or artefacts.
• Experience in the management of time-based artworks.
• Successful preventive and remedial conservation experience within a museum-art gallery
  context.
• Experience in independent conservation research.
• Experience working in a Conservation Laboratory environment with a sound understanding
  of working with chemicals and Health and Safety protocols.
• Familiarity with museum values, procedures, and standards. Adherence to cultural
  conservation principles and ethics.
• Full membership in the New Zealand Conservators of Cultural Materials (NZCCM).
• Minimum of 5 years conservation work experience.
• Experience in use of Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with Vernon software is an advantage.
• A current driving licence is an advantage.