Job Description

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Description

We are currently looking for an

Installation & Fabrication Technician

to join our Hayward Gallery team on a full time permanent contract.



As an

Installation & Fabrication Technician

, you will participate in the installation, de-installation and maintenance of Hayward Gallery exhibitions and also on other visual arts projects around the Southbank Centre. A large part of the role is the fabrication of exhibition displays as well as working on fabrication aspects of Hayward commissions.

Please download the attached for a full overview of this role's responsibilities.

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The annual salary stated is based on the Full-Time Equivalent (40 hours per week). If the job is part-time, the weekly hours will be stated within the advert.

The deadline for applications is 23:59 on the closing date for the job posting.



Please note, applications sent via Email or 3rd party agencies

will not be considered

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Need reasonable adjustments? Please contact us so we can help make the application process accessible to you. Be sure to include the job you are applying for and your full name.



We welcome applications from all backgrounds. By attracting people with diverse attitudes, opinions and beliefs we can continue to look at the world with fresh eyes and find new ways of doing things. The Southbank Centre is a warm and welcoming place to work, with great aspirations and ambitions to create great and accessible work for all. We pride ourselves in building a supportive environment to enable the development of our colleagues.

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Key Responsibilities

Art handling, including packing, unpacking, writing packing notes, installation and de-installation to museum standard.

Construction/fabrication of various forms of display furniture, bespoke framing and case making to museum standards.
Maintain exhibitions on view to the public to the highest standards.
To work alongside freelancers, plus supervising smaller projects during the main turnaround of the galleries.


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Skills & Experience

Knowledge of art handling best practice and experience of handling a range of artworks in a gallery or similar environment.

Workshop experience operating a variety of woodworking machinery and hand tools safely and efficiently.
Ability to interpret technical specifications & drawings and translate into fabrication plans.
Enjoys working as part of a team, collaborating and supporting colleagues.
Experience of working within Health & Safety guidelines.


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Benefits

As well as working at one of London's most popular and exciting sites the successful candidate will also benefit from the following:





A min 5% pension contribution (going up to 9% depending on employee contribution), from day 1 of employment 33 days annual leave, plus bank holidays Enhanced sick pay Enhanced family leave benefits Up to 30% discounts at onsite retail, food and beverage vendors Staff ticket offers for SC events Free entry to Hayward Gallery Free/discounted entry with other reciprocal organisations Free staff yoga


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About Southbank Centre

Southbank Centre, the largest arts centre in Europe and the UK's 5th most visited attraction, is at the heart of London's cultural life. Spanning 11 acres, this iconic venue offers a diverse range of great art and culture, bringing people together through unforgettable experiences.




From internationally renowned artists to emerging talent, Southbank Centre provides a platform for creativity to flourish. Its impressive facilities include the Royal Festival Hall, Queen Elizabeth Hall, Purcell Room, Hayward Gallery, National Poetry Library, and the Arts Council Collection. The centre is also home to six Resident Orchestras, offering exceptional musical performances. Moreover, Southbank Centre is committed to inclusivity, ensuring that everyone can have access to the arts through their creative learning and participation activities.




As a registered charity and a National Portfolio Organisation, Southbank Centre is esteemed for its contribution to the arts and its dedication to fostering cultural experiences that inspire and captivate audiences worldwide.