Fabrication & Framing Specialist

We are seeking an experienced and highly autonomous Fabrication & Framing Specialist to join our Singapore office and become the first member of our newly established Fabrication Department.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the assembly, preparation, and quality control of custom-framed artworks, ensuring all works meet gallery, museum, and collector-level standards. This role requires a strong combination of art handling expertise, frame assembly skills, woodworking knowledge, problem-solving abilities, and attention to detail.

A key responsibility of this position is the expert assembly of artworks into frames, including the safe handling, fitting, securing, finishing, and final inspection of artworks prior to delivery or installation.

This role requires a self-driven individual capable of working independently while providing clear reporting and maintaining high standards of craftsmanship. 

Key Responsibilities

Artwork Framing & Assembly 

• Expertly assemble artworks into custom frames using museum and gallery-standard techniques

• Install and secure artworks using appropriate archival and conservation-grade material

• Fit and assemble glazing, backing boards, spacers, mounts, fillets, and hanging systems

• Ensure artworks are properly aligned, tensioned, protected, and presented

• Complete final finishing and detailing before delivery or installation

• Perform final visual inspections to ensure presentation quality

• Troubleshoot and resolve assembly challenges independently

Frame Quality Control 

• Inspect incoming frames produced by third-party manufacturers

• Verify dimensions, join quality, finish consistency, structural integrity, and overall craftsmanship

• Identify defects, inaccuracies, or damage prior to assembly

• Conduct minor corrective woodworking or cosmetic repairs where required

• Ensure all frames meet company quality standards before artworks are fitte

Woodworking & Technical Support 

• Perform minor woodworking adjustments and modifications

• Correct fitting issues and assembly discrepancie

• Carry out touch-ups, sanding, filling, and finishing repairs when necessary

• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspace to professional standards

Art Handling 

• Handle fine art safely and professionally

• Perform condition checks during artwork intake and preparation

• Assist with packing, unpacking, and movement of artworks

• Support artwork installations and exhibition preparations when required

• Follow museum-standard handling and conservation practices

Reporting & Documentation 

• Produce clear and concise QC reports

• Document framing issues and corrective actions through photographs and written reports

• Provide regular updates on project status and fabrication activities

• Maintain accurate records of completed work and quality inspections

Required Skills & Experience 

Technical Expertise 

• Strong experience in custom framing and artwork assembly

• Proven ability to fit and secure artworks into frames to museum or gallery standards

• Strong woodworking and joinery skills

• Experience using woodworking hand tools and machinery safely

• Understanding of frame construction methods and materials

• Ability to perform repairs and corrective work independently

Fine Art Experience 

• Experience handling fine art, cultural objects, or high-value collectibles

• Deep understanding of artwork presentation standards

• Knowledge of conservation-friendly framing methods and archival materials

• Understanding of glazing options, mounting methods, backing systems, and hardware installation

Quality Control 

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Ability to identify defects before artworks are assembled

• Systematic approach to inspection and documentatio

• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities

Communication & Reporting 

• Strong written reporting skills

• Ability to communicate issues clearly and professionally

• Comfortable documenting technical findings with photographs and written observations

• Highly autonomous and capable of working with supervision from oversea

• Meticulous and quality driven

• Hands-on and technically skilled

• Calm and methodical under pressur

• Proactive in identifying and solving problems

• Passionate about craftsmanship and the presentation of fine art

• Well organised