Exhibition Technician

About the role

We are looking for a versatile Exhibition Technician to build, install and maintain visitor‑facing exhibitions at MOTAT. You will work hands‑on across a range of projects, from fabricating display furniture to troubleshooting interactive and AV elements.

Key responsibilities

• Fabricate, prototype, install and de‑install temporary and long‑term exhibitions.
• Construct display furniture, mounts and metal work as required.
• Troubleshoot and maintain interactive, audio‑visual and mechanical components.
• Handle and care for museum objects and precious items.
• Collaborate with designers, contractors and volunteers to meet project deadlines.
• Maintain a safe workshop environment and manage time effectively.

Required profile

• Experience with a range of building and fabrication materials, tools and techniques.
• Ability to diagnose basic mechanical and technical issues and devise practical solutions.
• Strong communication skills and accurate interpretation of instructions.
• Confidence working safely and independently in a busy workshop.
• Full driver’s licence; forklift licence is desirable.
• Basic CAD knowledge and experience handling museum or other valuable objects is an advantage.
• Awareness of working in a visitor‑facing organisation with tight deadlines.

Required skills

• Metal fabrication and mount making.
• Basic CAD.
• Forklift operation (licence desirable).
• Driver’s licence.
• AV and interactive system troubleshooting.
• Workshop tool operation.
• Heavy lifting.

What we offer

• Day off on your birthday.
• Five weeks’ annual leave.
• Additional KiwiSaver contributions.
• MOTAT Mates pass for you and your whānau.