Are you curious about heritage artefacts? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with various teams to deliver projects?

ABOUT US

The 545-acre Science and Innovation Park (SIP) is the home of the Science Museum The Science and Innovation Park as the home of the Science Museum Groups’ collection is transforming how we care, manage, and make accessible over 400,000 objects and 1.5m items in our Library and Archive. Our new collections management facility, the Hawking Building, houses everything from microscope slides to railway carriages; with further objects stored in other facilities across the Park.
At Science and Innovation Park, we have an exciting programme of capital (construction / building development) works planned which will include improvements to our collection stores and continuing our work to improve the conditions SMG objects are located in. These works include roof repairs, upgrades to BMS systems, installation of wayfinding across collection stores and feasibility studies for future projects.
To support our exciting programme, we are looking for a Collections Services Team Leader on a permanent, full-time basis.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As Collections Services Team Leader, you will work alongside our Conservation and Storage & Logistics teams, as well the Capital Project Managers to manage the effect of the capital projects in relation to our collections, relocating objects, preparing protection works and supervision of contractors associated with the construction works.
Supported by the Group Collections Storage & Logistics Manager, as well as the wider Collections Services teams based at SIP, you will ensure that the needs and requirements of Collections Services is represented within the projects, coordinate guidance on any movement and protection of collections, make sure lessons are learned and shared between the different projects and that safety of the collections is prioritised.
Hybrid working is available in this role in line with the current hybrid working policy at SMG.
The Science and Innovation Park is difficult, though not impossible, to access without a vehicle. Access to a car is not a requirement for the role, but we ask candidates to consider their travel plans before applying. We do offer interest free loans to assist with the cost of travel options like season tickets, bicycles, mopeds or scooters.

Working with a world-leading museum group that offers access to truly unique environments and collections, you’ll benefit from the perks listed below, as well as full support for life events such as parental and adoption leave, sickness, and career breaks.

• Meaningful work. We’re a mission-led organisation where the work you do supports us in Inspiring Futures.
• Career growth. We offer enhanced support with personal and professional development.
• Work/life balance. We offer 27 days annual leave in addition to bank holidays, along with flexible policies which support you and your home life.
• Health & Dental Insurance. Extra peace of mind, from day one.
• All our colleagues can access an employee assistance programme, access to the Unmind app, and other wellbeing support.
• Colleague networks. Our colleague-led networks are an informal forum for colleagues to come together to discuss topics of shared interest and lived experience. They create a space for people to exchange ideas, discuss best practice, socialise and build a sense of community.
• Enhanced contributory pension. To support you in saving for the future.
• Interest-free loans. When you need a little extra cash for life events or home improvements.
• Great discounts. Free entry to exhibitions, discounts in our shops, cafes, and access to other museums in the NMDC network