Maintenance Volunteer

Brief

There are always jobs to be done to care for the Museum – replacing light-bulbs, deep cleaning, oiling locks, and painting – helping to improve the visitor experience and protect the artefacts. We rely on our maintenance team to build and create displays, and to maintain, restore and repair our collection. Whether you are a skilled craftsperson, or good at DIY, we have a project for you to help.

This back of house role is for you if you are a hands-on team player, have some experience or interest in a craft/trade and are physically fit.

Purpose of Role

Under the direction of the Maintenance Team Leader, there are several tasks that are carried out:

·             General maintenance tasks to restore, repair and maintain Milton Keynes Museum buildings, machines and exhibits

Key elements

After relevant training has been provided:

·             General DIY and maintenance tasks, including painting and decorating

·             Create, repair and maintain buildings and displays in the museum, including emergency repairs

·             Moving the collection

Your profile

What we are looking for:

·             Interest in the museum, its historic collections and its ongoing story

·             Attention to detail and ability to work well under pressure

·             Ability to work as part of a dedicated team as well as individually

·             Physically fit, able to work outdoors and on uneven/high surfaces

·             DIY enthusiasts and/or skilled Craftspeople (Carpenters, Plumbers, Electricians, Blacksmiths, Builders…) 

·             Good understanding of relevant health and safety issues