Job Opportunity: Museum Operations and Project Manager

Museum Operations and Project Manager (Part-Time)

Location: West London

Salary: £12,000 per annum (2 days per week, 16 hours), equivalent to £30,000 pro rata

Contract: Fixed-term, 2 years

Closing Date: 12 noon, 10th September 2025

Interview Dates: 17th or 18th September 2025

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 National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National 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 overseeing daily operations in particular to build capacity, in collaboration with the Operations Committee, and developing operational policies and procedures; planning, executing and monitoring all aspects of the Heritage Fund project; line managing the Volunteer Coordinator and fostering a positive and collaborative working environment between staff and volunteers; line managing the Curatorial Assistant to ensure that collections are looked after and documented in line with best practice; working with the Curatorial Assistant and trustees to achieve Accreditation by August 2026; and managing the external consultants who will be carrying out audience development work and developing learning materials.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a passionate volunteer-led organisation and help shape the future of a remarkable industrial heritage site.

Qualifications and Skills:

· Strong organisational and project management skills

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· Experience in operations and project management in museums, heritage sites or a related cultural field

· Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Personal Attributes:

· Proactive and detail-oriented.

· Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to handle challenging situations

· Enthusiastic and passionate about museum work, heritage and engaging diverse audiences

· Flexible and adaptable to changing needs and priorities

Working arrangements:

· Flexible hours

· Some weekend work required

· While some tasks can be completed remotely, much of the role requires on-site presence

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a covering statement (max. 500 words) outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role to Valerie Mills at companysecretary@kemptonsteam.org by 12 noon on 10th September 2025. Shortlisted candidates will be notified by 12th September with interviews in person at Kempton Steam Museum on 17th or 18th September.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Valerie Mills at the email above.

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