School Laboratory Technician - Science Lab Support

The Friends' School, Hobart, Tasmania; Hobart; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual influenza vaccinations

Wellbeing initiatives

Staff discounts on school fees

Paid parental leave

Handover and onboarding support

Job summary

The Friends’ School in Hobart, TAS, invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to join the Science Faculty. This ongoing position offers full-time (1.0 FTE) hours with potential for job-share or part-time arrangements.

You will support Years 7–12 classes, maintain the lab environment, and assist with demonstrations and safety compliance. Responsibilities include preparing materials, managing lab resources, and ensuring safe handling and storage of chemicals, while supporting teaching staff

Qualifications

• Diploma of Laboratory Technology or a relevant science degree or equivalent experience/skills.
• Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (Employment category) is required.
• Current National Police Check (issued within the last 6 months) is required.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory safety, chemical handling and WHS practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials, equipment and experiments for Years 7–12 classes.
• Maintain a clean, safe laboratory environment and handle chemicals safely.
• Assist teaching staff with demonstrations, experiments and technical instruction.
• Support senior students with investigations, including IB Internal Assessments.
• Maintain records of laboratory resources, equipment and purchases.
• Undertake routine repairs, maintenance or sourcing of laboratory apparatus.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and school policies.

Skills

Lab safety

Chemical handling

Work health and safety

Education

Diploma of Laboratory Technology

Relevant science degree

Equivalent experience/skills

Job description

The Friends’ School in Hobart, TAS, invites applications for a Laboratory Technician to join the Science Faculty. This ongoing position offers full-time (1.0 FTE) hours with potential for job-share or part-time arrangements.

You will support Years 7–12 classes, maintain the lab environment, and assist with demonstrations and safety compliance. Responsibilities include preparing materials, managing lab resources, and ensuring safe handling and storage of chemicals, while supporting teaching staff