Fine Art Driver & Handler

Auctionet is a marketplace where auction houses from Sweden, Great Britain, Finland, Spain, Germany, and Denmark sell furniture, art, design objects, collectibles, and much more. We are now looking for a Fine Art Driver & Handler who wants to be part of our team and contribute to the seamless, safe delivery of unique treasures to our clients across the UK.

We offer a dynamic, hands-on role where no two days are the same. You won't just be driving; you will be the guardian of history and design. We are looking for someone who treats every item-whether a contemporary painting or a 17th-century cabinet-with the utmost respect.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Specialist Logistics: Safely operating a 3.5T Luton van for collections from auction houses and deliveries, primarily between our Westbury logistics centre, London hub, and private residences.

• Expert Handling: Packing, soft-wrapping, and securing high-value items to museum standards to ensure they arrive in "auction-ready" condition.

• Client Interaction: Acting as a professional ambassador for Auctionet, providing a discreet and personable "white-glove" service at every doorstep.

This role is based in Feltham, West London.

You'll be joining our dedicated UK logistics team. We are a group of problem-solvers who pride ourselves on precision and care. While the job involves plenty of independent driving, you are backed by a supportive operations team and a global network of colleagues who are passionate about the circular economy and the arts.

You're someone who's naturally attentive to detail and possesses a "steady hand." You understand that in the world of fine art, rushing is the enemy of quality. You are a calm navigator, a proactive communicator, and someone who takes pride in delivering excellence.

To succeed in this role, we think you have:

• Relevant Experience: Previous experience in fine art handling or high-end removals. You know how to manoeuvre heavy or fragile items through tight spaces.

• Driving Proficiency: A clean UK driving license and experience handling 3.5T Luton vehicles.

• Physical Stamina: The ability to manage heavy lifting and the manual dexterity required for delicate packing and loading.

• Professional Presence: Excellent interpersonal skills; you are comfortable interacting with a diverse range of clients and maintaining their privacy.

Bonus and not mandatory:

• Experience with condition reporting or basic art installation.

• Knowledge of London's "Red Routes" and gallery loading protocols.

• A personal interest in art, design, or antiques.

We have a straightforward process without unpleasant surprises. We'll start off with a short phone interview and a meeting to get a feeling if we could be right for each other. We then have a few meetings where we talk about you, the role, and Auctionet. And in the end, we hope it feels like the perfect fit for both of us!

Apply By: We will be reviewing applications continuously, but please submit your application no later than Friday 27th February.

Auctionet was founded in 2011 by a team of people with unique experience of online auctions. Read more about Auctionet here.

In 2021 Auctionet acquired the auction house Stockholms Auktionsverk, and we are now by far the largest auction marketplace in the Nordics, and one of the larger auction marketplaces in the world. With this acquisition, Auctionet owns and operates both the oldest auction house in the world (1674) and the second oldest (1681), which means we have been working with sustainability for 350 years.

Join us in our vision to make valued objects accessible for everyone, from everywhere!