Laboratory Technician

Department of Education; Canning; On-site; AUD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

The Department of Education, working with Lynwood High School, is inviting applications for a permanent part-time Laboratory Technician to support science laboratories and practical activities. The role focuses on ensuring safe, compliant laboratory operations and assisting with demonstrations and experiments.

The successful applicant will contribute to high-quality science programs, maintain equipment and materials, and support stock and safety processes within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of laboratory safety and procedures.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Clear communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work both independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical and technical support to science staff and labs.
• Prepare chemicals, equipment, materials and specimens for activities.
• Maintain orderly preparation areas and classrooms; clean and dismantle practicals.
• Ensure safe documentation, storage, handling, and disposal of chemicals and materials.
• Assist with stock management, ordering supplies and equipment; support safety standards.

Skills

Laboratory safety

Organization

Communication

Digital competence

Tools

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Job description

This is a permanent part-time (0.5 FTE) position commencing Term 1, 2027 With an Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage (ICSEA) of 1002, we have around 52% Language background other than English (LBOTE) and over 60 different nationalities represented at the school. The school’s diversity and respect for difference is a feature, enabling our students to become positive, resilient, and confident about their futures. An Intensive English Centre supports the development of language skills for students new to Australia. The school learning environment is extremely positive with a strong focus on student wellbeing and the development of social emotional learning through the Homeroom program and a strong Good Standing Policy. Approved Specialist Programs in Soccer and Environment & Life Sciences (EaLS) supports a wide range of General, Vocational Education and Training (VET) and Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) pathways. With over 50 years of history, Lynwood is complex, diverse, and much loved by the school community and staff. The passion and commitment of students, staff and community members working together in a spirit of absolute positivity about what our students can achieve, is a significant hallmark of this wonderful school. Find out more about our school by visiting lynwood.wa.edu.au or Schools Online .

The Role

The Laboratory Technician will provide practical and technical support to the Head of Learning Area - Science and teaching staff to ensure laboratory operations and practical activities meet curriculum, safety and legislative requirements. The role includes advising on suitable experiments and demonstrations; preparing chemicals, equipment, materials, teaching aids and biological specimens; maintaining orderly preparation areas and classroom laboratories, including cleaning and dismantling practicals; and supporting the safe documentation, storage, handling, use, maintenance and disposal of chemicals, equipment and biological materials. The successful applicant will undertake general housekeeping of chemicals, equipment (including repairs and maintenance), ordering supplies/equipment and assisting with stock management tasks in addition to ensuring safety & hazard standards are compliant. Our ideal applicant will bring a proactive, safety-focused and solutions-oriented approach to supporting high-quality practical Science programs and positive student outcomes. Sound laboratory knowledge, strong organisation, clear communication, digital competence and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team are essential to the role. Want to know more? Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF). For more information about this opportunity, please contact Sarah Marfatia, Head of Science, on [phone] or emailing [e-mail]

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• obtain a valid Working With Children Check before you start; and
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

Additional eligibility and training requirements are outlined in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Applications close

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process. Applications close: 4:30pm (AWST) on Monday, 2 November 2026

Advertised Vacancy Number

Advertised Vacancy Number: IPS/SS1065253 Suitable applicants may be considered for similar vacancies arising within the next 12 months following this selection process. This may include circumstances where the successful applicant declines or vacates the position.