Salary guide
Restoration Specialist
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ConservationTrades
- Restoration is vital for UK heritage preservation
Other names this job is known by
- Conservation Specialist
- Heritage Restorer
Key responsibilities
- Restore and conserve historic buildings or artefacts
- Assess condition and plan restoration
- Use traditional and modern techniques
- Liaise with architects and authorities
- Ensure compliance with regulations
- Maintain tools and records
- Train apprentices
- Stay updated on conservation methods
Skills and qualifications required
- Apprenticeship or diploma in conservation, trades, or heritage
- Experience in restoration roles
- Manual dexterity and attention to detail
- Conservation and communication skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Specialist
- Project Manager
- Head of Conservation
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study conservation, trades, or heritage
- Complete a relevant apprenticeship or diploma
- Gain experience in restoration roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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