Laboratory Technician

Department of Education; City Of Mandurah; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education, Western Australia, invites applications for a Laboratory Technician at Halls Head College. The role supports safe classroom labs and prepares experiments for students from Years 7–12.

The position is a 12-month fixed-term full-time appointment commencing Term 1, 2027, with potential extension and possible permanency based on performance and funding. Applicants should be committed to safety and teamwork in a diverse learning environment.

Qualifications

• Role requires maintaining safe laboratory practices.
• Ability to prepare chemicals, equipment and teaching aids.
• Assist with stock management and ordering for science labs.

Responsibilities

• Organise preparation areas and classrooms labs to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Conduct housekeeping of chemicals and equipment, including repairs and maintenance.
• Collaborate with science teachers to determine science product needs and future purchases.
• Prepare chemicals, equipment and materials; design teaching aids and manage specimens per regulations.

Job description

This is a 12 month fixed term, full-time position commencing Term 1, 2027 with possible extension (12 months) and/or permanency Halls Head College is an Independent Public School which caters for the very diverse needs of students. Our Mission is to 'nurture lifelong learners who contribute positively to the community' and by working in partnership with our parents, students and broader community we ensure each of our students are equipped with the skill set, knowledge and capabilities to be active and positive citizens, achieving success beyond Years 7 to 12. Find out more about our school by visiting hallsheadcollege.wa.edu.au or Schools Online.

The Role In this role the Laboratory Technician would organise preparation areas and classroom laboratories to ensure a safe learning environment for students and staff and undertake general housekeeping of chemicals, equipment (including repairs and maintenance), ordering supplies/equipment and assisting with stock management tasks. This role would require you to liaise with science teachers to determine scientific product needs in relation to experiments and identifying future purchase requirements of science equipment. The successful applicant will ideally be highly motivated and possess the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, as well as independently, to assist with the efficient operation of the Science Learning Area. They would prepare chemicals, equipment and materials, design and construct teaching aids and collect and care for living organisms for study purposes in compliance with chemical, physical, and biological laboratory practices and legislative requirements.

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 Deanna Hathaway, Associate Manager Corporate Services 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 To work with us, you must:

• 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).