NSF seeks a Technical & Studio Manager

The Board of National Sculpture Factory seeks applications for position of Technical & Studio Manager

The National Sculpture Factory manages a world class studio facility enabling artists to make work of scale and ambition at the heart of Cork’s docklands. We focus on cultural enterprise, art production, public engagement and discourse. We now seek a dynamic, self-motivated Technical and Studio Manager, on a four-day week basis, to join our team and help us deliver our ambitious plans for the future.
This role will appeal to someone who is innovative and ambitious. It will suit someone with dynamic vision and a deep passion, with an understanding and technical knowledge of the materials and fabrication of sculpture including; welding, metal fabrication, woodwork, glass, clay and ceramics. The role is ideal for a person who works well with others, loves new ideas and who will really enjoy our creative environment and artist- led culture.

Role & responsibilities

Position requirements

Person specifications for the appointment of the Technical Manager of NSF:

Specialist knowledge of fabricating techniques i.e. metal, ceramic, glass, wood, stone
Specialist knowledge of maintenance of tools and equipment in the studio
Specialist knowledge of the arts an advantage
Willing to work with the NSF team in advancing and promoting our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy

Experience of:

Working directly with artists
Line management of staff or project teams
Setting and managing budgets as set out by the Director
A strategic approach to problem solving and development of projects

Skills and abilities:

The ability to work on own initiative
Excellent people skills, with a calm and friendly demeanour
The ability to exercise imagination, drive and initiative in developing and maintaining the scope of the Factory’s activities
The ability to ensure the effective use of the Factory as a facility for the production and promotion of sculpture and, at times, other activities
The ability to manage and motivate factory floor staff and to source specialist skills when needed
The ability to establish good relationships with colleagues and external agencies
Leading and supervision of health and safety management.
Knowledge of 3D software and CNC Routers.

Knowledge:
The successful candidate will be expected to have, or acquire within a reasonable time, the knowledge and understanding of the following:

Health & Safety Procedures
Risk assessment and Insurance responsibilities integral to the running of the Factory floor
Accessibility policies and responsibilities for compliance

General:

Excellent communication skills
Be well-organised
Facilities management and Project management experience essential.
Previous experience in capital development an advantage
Full driving licence would be an advantage

Staff Structure:

The Technical Manager is responsible to the Director with the support of the following:
Technical Assistant (6 days a month)

Contract period:

This is a fixed term one-year contract (4 day week), renewable subject to performance review. The role is subject to an initial six-month probation period.

How to apply:

Interested candidates should apply via a cover letter laying out their approach or vision for the Technical Manager’s role, together with their CV not exceeding 4 pages, outlining qualifications held, relevant experience, skills and including two referees.

Applications to be received by 5pm, Monday, 11th November 2024

Preferred starting date: January 2025

Send to:
Elma O’Donovan,
Administrator/Artists’ Liaison,
National Sculpture Factory,
Albert Road,
Cork,
T12 KX00

E-mail: elma@nationalsculpturefactory.com
Please mark correspondence as “Technical Manager APPLICATION”

Prospective candidates should note that the NSF reserves the right to short list interviewees on the basis of information supplied in their application. If you are shortlisted for interview and would like to visit the Factory in advance of the interview process we are happy to facilitate this, please indicate this on your application.

Canvassing will disqualify. All applications are in strict confidence and will be acknowledged.

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