Technical Officer - Singapore - NANYANG ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

NANYANG ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS

Verified Company

Singapore

1 week ago

Posted by:

Wei Jie

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Main Roles and Responsibilities

Responsible for the daily operations and maintenance of the workshop(s) assigned, and ensure its optimal functionality
Supervise students' projects, provide technical supervision and guidance to students on the production of scaled and fullscaled prototypes, and on the usage of Ceramics Workshop(s), which includes mixing glaze and clay, glaze testing, operation of kilns, clay rapid prototyping, construction of plaster mould, slip casting etc.
Preparation of materials and providing technical assistance / consultation with students on planning, testing, materials usage, constructing and making artwork of their projects with the different machines.
Conduct induction classes on safe operations of workshop machinery (Welding machine, metal cutter, plaster, Pug mill, slab roller, etc.) and proper workshop regulations (attire, conduct, etc.)
Maintain safe housekeeping for storage of chemicals and raw ingredients, inventory of facilities and, monitor usage and loan of equipment to users.
Ensure users adhere strictly to rules and regulations pertaining to use of facilities.
Planning and forecasting budgeting for workshop and the school.
Perform other ad hoc duties as required.

Requirements:

Minimum qualification of diploma in related discipline
Minimum 3 years of relevant working experience
Must be workshoptrained and possess strong ceramics skills and knowledge in 3dimensional practices
Good working knowledge of materials such as ceramics and manufacturing techniques
Proficient with administrative software skills in Microsoft Words / Excel and Powerpoint, and proficient in Rhinoceros, ZBrush, Blender and Illustrator is a plus
A strong team player with good interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and guide students