Conservation Technician
JPS Restoration are seeking a special person to develop woodworking conservation and restoration skills to join our small team. On the current project, the successful candidate will be shaping and replacing damaged large-section timbers and developing Shipwrighting skills.
This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work effectively both independently, and as part of a team. The applicant will utilise hand and power tools to carry out precision tasks, ensuring that their work meets our high standards and client expectations. The work is exacting but rewarding.
Duties include:
* Effective and safe use of hand and power tools for various restoration tasks.
* Working daily with hardwoods and other aspects of a wooden ship conservation.
* Maintaining a clean and safe workplace by adhering to health and safety regulations, risk assessments and method statements
* Following site rules as set out by JPS and our clients.
You will have:
* Verifiable experience in quality joinery or a related field
* Essential experience of working with hardwoods and the production by hand of precision joints and quality finishes
* Problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations and learn quickly. Good communication skills to interact with clients and members of a small team effectively.
* Enthusiasm, willingness to learn new skills and a can-do attitude is key
Join us in making a difference by conserving and restoring Scotland’s historic shipbuilding and engineering heritage for future generations.
Help with week-day accommodation if you live outside the area of the current Dundee project may be available for the right candidate