Job Description
An exceptional opportunity to work with a passionate volunteer-led organisation and help shape the future of a remarkable industrial heritage site. Kempton Steam Museum, operated by Kempton Great Engines Trust, is home to the world's largest operational triple-expansion steam engine, which supplied water to much of London until 1980. Our project, Kempton: Clean Water for Life - reaching a wider audience, is made possible with The Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to Lottery players, we aim to transform Kempton Steam Museum’s engagement with visitors and the local community, while enhancing support for volunteers and care of collections. Three new part-time staff roles are being created to focus on volunteering, collections, and managing the project.
The part-time Museum Operations and Project Manager will manage day-to-day operations and oversee delivery of the project initiatives. We will also be recruiting a Curatorial Officer (one day per week) and a Volunteer Coordinator (two days per week).
The key responsibilities of the Museum Operations and Project Manager include:
1. Overseeing daily operations to build capacity, in collaboration with the Operations Committee.
2. Developing operational policies and procedures.
3. Planning, executing, and monitoring all aspects of the Heritage Fund project.
4. Line managing the Volunteer Coordinator and fostering a positive, collaborative working environment between staff and volunteers.
5. Line managing the Curatorial Assistant to ensure collections are looked after and documented in line with best practices.
6. Working with the Curatorial Assistant and trustees to achieve Accreditation by August 2026.
7. Managing external consultants involved in audience development and learning material creation.
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