Dynamic School Science Lab Technician (Part-Time)

Queensland Government; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Queensland Government’s Southport State High School on the Gold Coast seeks an experienced Science Technician to support the science department, assist teachers and students, and create safe, well-organised practical learning environments. This role is temporary and part-time (0.60FTE).

You will prepare and set up equipment, manage chemicals safely, maintain laboratories and inventories, and assist with STEM activities.

Qualifications

• Experienced Science Technician with technical and organisational skills.
• Interest in laboratory environments and supporting teachers and students in practical science.
• Motivated science or laboratory professional able to create safe, well-organised learning environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and set up equipment, materials, samples and demonstrations for practical classes.
• Safely manage chemicals, hazardous substances, waste and laboratory procedures.
• Maintain laboratories, equipment, resources and stock to a safe and high standard.
• Support teachers and students with practical activities, experiments, field trips and STEM initiatives.
• Maintain accurate inventories, registers, records, SDSs and compliance documentation.
• Manage stock orders, deliveries, quotes, suppliers and basic budget administration.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, calibration and minor repairs.
• Develop and maintain laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Prioritise tasks effectively and provide practical technical advice to teaching staff.
• Liaise with suppliers, industry, schools and laboratory staff as required.

Job description

Queensland Government’s Southport State High School on the Gold Coast seeks an experienced Science Technician to support the science department, assist teachers and students, and create safe, well-organised practical learning environments. This role is temporary and part-time (0.60FTE).

You will prepare and set up equipment, manage chemicals safely, maintain laboratories and inventories, and assist with STEM activities.