Technical Officer (Exhibition & Activation) (14582)

Job Description

Technical Officer (Exhibition & Activation) Job Reference: 824333 The School of Design and the Built Environment (DBE), part of the Faculty of Humanities, fosters a dynamic learning environment that empowers students and staff to take informed, impactful action toward shaping brighter human futures. Its focus spans key areas including Sustainable, Global, Indigenous, and Learning Futures. Committed to building meaningful partnerships with the communities and industries it serves, the School is ranked among the top 100 globally for Architecture and Built Environment (QS 2023). Its diverse disciplines encompass architecture, construction management, geography, urban and regional planning, and the creative industries, alongside the Curtin Sustainability Policy (CUSP) Institute. About the Role: Are you a skilled and resourceful professional with a passion for exhibitions and events? Join us as a Technical Officer (Exhibition & Activation) and showcase your expertise in preparing, installing, and archiving exhibitions while safeguarding artwork with precision and care. You’ll bring your hands-on experience with tools, painting, and construction of display structures, as well as your knowledge of digital display processes and media, to create exceptional exhibition and event experiences. From managing stock and guiding staff and students to implementing safe work procedures and optimising space management, you’ll be a key player in ensuring everything runs seamlessly. If you thrive in dynamic environments, love solving challenges, and have a passion for making exhibitions unforgettable, this is the role for you! This is a part-time role with a commitment of 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE), offering the perfect balance between professional impact and personal flexibility. Your responsibilities will include: Oversee the inventory of exhibition, installation, and event supplies, ensuring proper stock levels by monitoring usage and placing orders for materials, consumables, and equipment as needed. Provide guidance to staff and students on selecting suitable materials and equipment for exhibitions and events. Supervise and provide technical instruction to students and staff involved in student-led exhibitions. Develop and maintain safe work procedures to ensure the safety of exhibition and activation operations. Install, test, maintain, and repair exhibition equipment to ensure optimal functionality. Provide technical support for offsite exhibitions, events, and activations. We are looking for: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of exhibition preparation, installation, and archiving, including adherence to artwork safeguarding processes. Previous experience in the use of relevant tools and processes in exhibition installation including artwork handling and hanging, painting, hand and power tools, and construction of exhibition display structures. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the use of digital display processes and media. Demonstrated understanding of occupational health and safety in installation and workshop environments. Demonstrated understanding of asset and/or space management systems and procedures. Role Requirements: As this is a continuing (permanent) role, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction. About Curtin University: We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. What We Offer You: Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more. Join Us! If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and provide the following documents: CV Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria in the advert You may also include a portfolio or links to your previous work as part of your application. If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address. Applications close: Tuesday, 04 March 2025. Disclaimer: Please note that there is no standardised time for the closing of adverts on the specified date. Therefore, we recommend submitting your application ahead of this deadline. Late applications will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time. Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert. #J-18808-Ljbffr