The Role

At Drift Museum Amsterdam, art and technology come together in a unique museum environment. As Exhibition Head, you are responsible for the daily technical operation of the museum's artworks and exhibitions, ensuring they operate safely, reliably and in line with their artistic and technical requirements.

You lead a dedicated team of technicians and specialist operators, oversee exhibition operations and develop the maintenance procedures needed to ensure long-term reliability. Working closely with the Technical Director, the museum's technical team and Studio Drift's engineers, you play a key role in translating artistic vision into consistent technical execution.

Key Responsibilities

Exhibition Operations: Ensure the continuous, safe and reliable operation of artworks, installations and exhibition systems. Oversee daily technical checks, start-up and shutdown procedures.

Artistic Integrity: Safeguard the artistic intent and technical specifications of the artworks during operation, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Technical Leadership: Lead, coordinate and support exhibition technicians and specialist operators, including daily planning and supervision.

Maintenance & Reliability: Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules, coordinate repairs and maintain technical documentation and maintenance records.

Troubleshooting & Escalation: Identify and resolve technical issues, coordinate necessary interventions and escalate critical risks to the Technical Director.

Collaboration: Work closely with the Technical Director, curatorial team and Studio Drift's engineers on technical execution, installation, testing and calibration.

Your Profile

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering, mechatronics, electrical engineering or a related technical field.
• At least 5–7 years of experience in exhibition engineering, museums, live entertainment or similarly complex technical environments.
• Strong hands-on expertise in mechanical, electrical and software-driven systems.
• Experience with kinetic installations or complex automated systems.
• Knowledge of technical safety procedures and compliance requirements in public environments.
• Strong technical leadership skills and the ability to coordinate and support a team.
• An analytical, practical and solution-oriented approach, with attention to quality and detail.
• The ability to collaborate with different disciplines and remain calm under pressure.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends when required.

What We Offer

• A key technical leadership role within Drift Museum Amsterdam, with responsibility for the daily technical operation of its exhibitions.
• The opportunity to lead and develop a technical team in a unique museum environment.
• A full-time position of 40 hours per week.
• A salary aligned with your experience and responsibilities.
• A benefits package including holiday allowance and professional development opportunities.
• Collaboration with the museum's multidisciplinary team, Studio Drift and external technical specialists.
• A dynamic working environment where art, technology and engineering come together.

Interested?

Would you like to contribute to the technical operation of Drift Museum Amsterdam? We look forward to receiving your application.