Preventive Conservator

Job Reference:
- 9J1178DF
- Eligibility:
- External Vacancy - Open to Everyone
- Business Unit:
- Artlab Australia
- Location:
- Adelaide
- Salary Range:
- $68,478 - $83,594
- Classification:
- PO100
- Duration:
- Up to 12 Months
- Closing Date:
- 05 Oct 2025

**Role Highlights**:

- Preserve a wide range physical and digital media from outstanding collections
- Advise and implement new technologies for the long-term care of collections
- Participate in training programs about the care of collections

**Role Details**: The Preventive Conservator provides integrated preventive conservation services for the extensive collections of the Art Gallery of SA, SA Museum, History Trust of SA, State Library of SA and Carrick Hill, as well as for fee-for-service clients. Preventive conservation services will be undertaken across a wide range of physical and digital media, in areas such as collection risk analysis, disaster preparedness and response, environmental monitoring, and integrated pest management.

**Special Conditions**:

- The Incumbent will be required to participate in the department's Performance Management Program.
- The Incumbent may be assigned to another position at this remuneration level or equivalent.
- Some work outside of normal hours will be required.
- Some interstate travel involving overnight absences will be required.
- This role requires a National Criminal History check.

**Essential Qualifications**

Degree in Conservation of Cultural Material or equivalent is essential.For more information please see the role description:
Role-Description-Preventive Conservator-PO1.docx

**About the Department**:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet (DPC) drives the Premier's priorities in South Australia. Our vision is to be the heart of government through providing important leadership, trusted advice and strategy as well as central support services for the social, environmental and economic issues that we face. Our staff enjoy working with colleagues who value integrity, knowledge and intellectual capability. They exemplify the public sector purpose: Making a difference so South Australia thrives.

**About the Business**: Artlab Australia leads the preservation of the state’s extensive cultural assets through the provision of strategic advice, expertise and specialised conservation services for art, heritage and cultural collections. The team is responsible for the conservation programs of the Art Gallery of South Australia, South Australian Museum, State Library of South Australia, History Trust of South Australia and Carrick Hill. Artlab also provides conservation services to Riddoch Art Gallery and to a wide range of fee-for-service clients within Australia and overseas. Preventive conservation services assist collection managers and owners to protect their collections and respond to disasters. Education and advisory services support communities in the preservation of their cultural heritage.

**Contact Us**:
Enquiries to Sarah Feijen Director, Artlab Australia

0466395284

**Diversity and Inclusion**:
The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace that is reflective of the community we serve.

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.