Kempton Steam Museum

Kempton Steam Museum is looking for a dedicated and inspiring individual to serve as the Chair of Trustees at Kempton Great Engines Trust (KGET) as we embark on an ambitious expansion program.

KGET oversees Kempton Steam Museum, home to the world’s largest operational triple-expansion steam engine, which provided water to much of London until 1980. The Trust not only manages daily operations but also steers the museum’s development as a thriving and sustainable visitor attraction.

The museum is heavily reliant on our team of volunteers who carry out the technical, operational and front of house activities, several of them having been involved in the original restoration of the engine and the creation of the museum. Our only paid staff member is our bookkeeper. Trustees are actively involved in managing the charity, particularly in fundraising efforts.

We have exciting plans to enhance the museum with new facilities for both visitors and volunteers. The new Chair will play a crucial role in advancing these initiatives. We seek a candidate with strategic vision and experience in charity governance, as this background will be invaluable in guiding KGET through its next phase of growth.

Additional information

Number of meetings per annum/time commitment:

Board meetings are normally held every six weeks on a Tuesday evening at the museum in south west London and there will be sub committees to chair and/or attend between main meetings. Trustees also carry out specific tasks and activities, which may take 3-4 days a month on average.

Daytime or evening meetings: Board meetings are on Tuesday evenings, other meetings can be either daytime or evening

Closing date for applications: 31 March 2025

Contact details or web link for applicants to find out more: https://kemptonsteam.org/support-us/vacancy-chair-of-trustees-of-kempton-steam-museum/

Valerie Mills [email protected]

Organisation website: www.kemptonsteam.org