Art Handler (Installateur-trice/Monteur d'œuvres d'art)
MUDAM · Luxembourg
- Last verified
- 22 October 2026
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- Advertised pay for art handler roles: median about €53,664 a year, the middle half between €49,192 and €62,350, across the 57 postings on record that stated it. Art handler pay
- MUDAM has stated pay in 0 of 3 postings on record here (0%), against 46% across every institution. Pay Transparency Index
- 21 other art handler roles are open now. Email me the day the next one is posted
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Designed by internationally renowned architect I. M. Pei and inaugurated in 2006, Mudam is a leading cultural institution in Luxembourg and the Greater Region. Its iconic building houses a collection of contemporary art of international standing.
Located in Europe, at the heart of a cosmopolitan country where no fewer than 179 nationalities coexist, we aim to reach all communities and foster their access to contemporary art. We are committed to making the museum a living space for dialogue, accessible to all, where the questions of our contemporary society can be explored and debated. We stand for a more inclusive, tolerant and responsible world in which museums play a privileged role in passing on cultural heritage to future generations.
Mission
At the heart of the museum's programming, you actively contribute to the presentation of artworks. Under the supervision of the Production Manager, you oversee the preparation, packing, transport, installation/deinstallation and storage of artworks (paintings, sculptures, videos, installations and performances) belonging to the collection or presented in temporary exhibitions. You collaborate with the technical, curatorial, collection, registrar and building teams, and take part in exhibition rotations, artwork maintenance and the supervision of external contractors.
Key responsibilities
Packing and receipt of artworks
Inspection, unpacking and packing of artworks according to their specific requirements
Supporting registrars with condition reports and associated documentation
Securing the loading/unloading and routing of works to storage or gallery spaces
Installation in exhibition spaces
Art handling, tools and equipment
Fabrication of scenographic elements
Providing technical recommendations and briefing contractors
Exhibition and storage maintenance
Maintenance of internal and external art storage spaces, exhibition spaces and monitoring of works on display
Minor repairs as needed
Briefing external contractors where applicable
Daily management and planning
Participation in project meetings, contribution to schedules, preparation of exhibition rotations
Assistance with collection inventory
Equipment inventory and condition checks, ordering within budget and procedural guidelines
Keeping workspaces and the workshop in line with health and safety standards and internal procedures
Supervision of external art handlers and providers
Your profile
Bachelor's degree in fine arts, museology or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a cultural institution or gallery
Excellent knowledge of international museum standards and practices
Proficiency in art handling, packing and transport techniques
Experience in mounting supports and structures is an advantage
Knowledge of museum standards and materials (including outdoor sculptures)
Proficiency with hand and power tools
Ability to perform physical tasks: lifting up to 25 kg, working at height
Knowledge of occupational health and safety regulations
Forklift certification and electrical qualification desirable (training may be arranged post-hire)
Proficiency in office software (Microsoft Office suite)
Valid Category B driving licence required
French and/or English required. German or Luxembourgish is an asset.
You are meticulous, rigorous and well-organised, with a strong team spirit. Curious and eager to keep learning, you stay up to date with evolving best practices in museology and sustainability as they relate to installation, art handling and materials.
Mudam is committed to diversity and equal opportunity and welcomes all applications regardless of age, gender, origin, disability or sexual orientation.
If you wish to actively contribute to Mudam's development, please send your CV and cover letter quoting the reference
MUDAM/AH
, to the attention of Human Resources, at the following address:
recruitment@mudam.com
.
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