Dental Lab Technician

Dental Design Co; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DentalCo Lab in Epping is seeking an experienced Dental Lab Technician to support complex full-arch implant cases and everyday restorative work.

You will work closely with clinicians in our on-site lab, using CAD/CAM design, 3D printing and titanium milling to deliver high-quality outcomes with strong attention to detail and patient care.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Dental Technology or higher.
• At least two years’ dental lab experience.
• Experience with CAD software such as exocad or 3Shape.
• Hands-on digital printing and milling experience.
• Experience with crowns, bridges, splints and ceramics.
• Precision, ownership, organisation and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Digital case management from scan to production.
• CAD/CAM design and fabrication of crowns, bridges and splints.
• 3D printing of guides, models, splints and provisional restorations.
• Clinical communication, design approvals and case coordination.
• Reliable case scheduling, quality control and proactive problem-solving.
• Contribution to implant workflows and same-day/next-day turnaround.

Skills

CAD/CAM design

3D printing

Milling

Dental implant CAD

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Dental Technology Diploma

Advanced Diploma or higher

Tools

exocad

3Shape

Job description

At DentalCo Lab, located alongside Dental Design Co in Epping, we’re building a laboratory team that combines digital skill with the discipline to deliver excellent work consistently. We’re looking for an experienced Dental Lab Technician to work closely with our clinicians in our on-site lab, supporting complex full-arch implant cases and everyday restorative work.

WHAT YOU'LL OWN

Digital case management from intraoral scan through to production

CAD/CAM design and fabrication of crowns, bridges and splints

3D printing of guides, models, splints and provisional restorations

Clinical communication, design approvals and case coordination

Reliable case scheduling, quality control and proactive problem-solving

Contribution to implant workflows and appropriate same-day or next-day turnaround

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Cases planned ahead and delivered to agreed timelines

Clear communication with clinicians before issues become delays

Strong quality checks and minimal avoidable remakes

Patients and clinicians supported by a dependable lab workflow

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Dental Technology Diploma, Advanced Diploma or higher, or equivalent

At least two years of dental laboratory experience

Experience with CAD software such as exocad or 3Shape

Hands-on digital printing and milling experience

Crowns, bridges, splints and ceramics experience

Precision, ownership, organisation and a collaborative mindset

Full-arch implant CAD/CAM design and titanium milling for bars, frameworks and custom abutments are highly regarded, not essential.

THE DDC WAY

Patient First. Ownership. Work as One. Strive for Better. Follow Through.

We value people who prepare well, communicate clearly and take pride in doing the small things properly. 1% Better Every Day. The Standard Never Changes.

What you will get

Full-time, on-site role in Epping

Salary $80,000–$110,000 per year, based on experience

A modern, fully equipped digital dental laboratory

Direct collaboration with clinicians and exposure to advanced workflows

A team committed to professional growth and high standards

Suggested application screening questions

Which CAD software, 3D printers and milling systems have you personally operated?

Describe a complex case you took from digital scan to final delivery. What was your role?

Tell us about a time you identified and solved a lab issue before it affected a patient appointment.