Collections Handler and Driver

Collections Handler and Driver

Do you have experience of handling and moving objects? Are you a confident driver with experience driving in a safe and efficient manner?

About us

The Collections and Logistics team are based at the Science and Innovation Park (SIP) in Wroughton in Swindon. At the heart of the Park is the National Collections Centre (NCC), home to around 90% of the Science Museum Group (SMG) Collection, which consists of everything from microscope slides to railway carriages.

We are recruiting for Collections Handler and Driver to join on a fixed-term contract until December 2025. This is a full-time role, working 35 hours per week and is based at the Science and Innovation Park in Wroughton, Swindon.

About the role

As a Collections Handler and Driver, you will travel across the UK (including some overnight stays) to the other Science Museum Group sites and to external locations to deliver and safely collect a wide variety of objects.

The objects in the Science Museum Group collection are extremely diverse and can vary in many ways such as, in size, weight, material, rarity and shape so if you like the idea of getting 'hands on' and transporting different museum objects then this role is for you.

You will provide storage, logistical and transport expertise, supporting teams across the Group, to safely move and transport objects. You will also be involved in assisting with installing and decanting objects from exhibitions, as well as representing the Science Museum Group to a variety of external stakeholders.

About you

Joining us, you will have experience of handling and moving objects (for example picking and packing) in a safe manner with the ability to use a variety of mechanical manual handling equipment.

Due to the amount of driving you will be doing, you will need to have a driving licence, competence when driving a vehicle with a manual and automatic gearbox and experience of driving in a safe and efficient manner.

Don't feel you meet all the criteria? We welcome you to apply even if your experience doesn't match directly. With your transferable skills, you could be the right candidate for this, or other opportunities that we have.

Applying

View the Vacancy Information Pack listed under 'Attachments' on the vacancy listing on our website for more details about the role and the application process or click 'Apply Online' to submit an application.

What we offer

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.

* Wellbeing. 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.

Open for All is one of the Science Museum Group's five core values and sets out our important aspiration to be a place for everyone. We are working hard to understand our organisation better and to develop a culture that recognises and values different backgrounds, mindsets, skills, experience, knowledge, and expertise. By having greater diversity, we believe that we will be a stronger and better organisation, capable to continue to Inspire Futures.

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