Casual Art Technician

The Company

Christies the worlds largest Art Business is an incredibly exciting & enriching place to start or continue your career. Whether you work within one of our Specialist Art Departments or in one of our more Operational teams we are all working together with one common goal in mind: to continue the success of this 250 year old company steeped in history bringing fresh ideas whilst not forgetting our shared values; Integrity Excellence Innovation Responsibility & Relationships. Colleagues across all departments are truly passionate about what they do and it is inspiring to work with industry leaders across our business.

Why This Role Matters

The Casual Art Technician provides hands-on art handling and operational support within Christies King Street galleries collection areas and warehouse spaces. Working as part of the Operations team the role supports the safe movement installation deinstallation packing and preparation of artworks for auctions exhibitions client collections and other business activities.

This is a flexible casual position with hours offered in line with operational requirements and business needs.

How Youll Make an Impact

Safely handle move install deinstall and pack artworks of varying sizes and media.

Assist with the movement of property between galleries viewing spaces photography areas collection areas and warehouse locations within King Street.

Support auction exhibitions pre-sale views and gallery installations.

Prepare and pack property for transportation collection and storage.

Follow Christies art handling standards and best practices at all times.

Report any damage concerns or handling risks immediately to a supervisor or manager.

Assist with incoming and outgoing property as required.

Support inventory and stock-check activities when requested.

Maintain clean organised and safe working areas.

Support loading and unloading activities relating to deliveries and collections.

Work collaboratively with specialists photographers security teams and other operational departments.

Comply with all Health & Safety policies procedures and risk assessments.

Represent Christies professionally when interacting with clients visitors and contractors.

What youll bring to the team

Previous experience handling fine art antiques or high-value objects is desirable.

Understanding of safe manual handling and art handling practices.

Experience with installation deinstallation packing and movement of artworks preferred.

Reliable punctual and flexible.

Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.

Positive attitude and ability to work effectively within a team.

Good communication and organisational skills.

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of care.

Commitment to Health & Safety and safe working practices.

Additional Information

This is a casual non-guaranteed hours position. You will not be entitled to Christies employee benefits.

Evening and weekend work may be required during busy auction exhibition and installation periods.

Hourly Rate: 15-18 depending on experience

Close Date: 4th October