Science Lab Technician — Agriculture & Junior Science

The Southport School; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Southport School on the Gold Coast invites applications for an experienced Science Laboratory Technician to support Agriculture and Junior Science for Years 7 to 9. This full-time role involves preparing materials, equipment and experiments for practical classes while upholding safety standards, and will contribute to vertical farming and beekeeping activities.

Reporting to the Head of Department, you will collaborate with science and agriculture teachers to maintain laboratories and

Qualifications

• Previous laboratory experience.
• Understanding of secondary science prep.
• Ability to prepare, trial and troubleshoot experiments for Years 7 to 9.
• Knowledge of chemical and biohazardous waste disposal.
• Strong organisational and stock-control skills.
• Driver licence and Blue Card or ability to obtain.
• Criminal History Check completed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and support practical activities across Agriculture and Junior Science, Years 7 to 9.
• Maintain safe, organised laboratories, equipment, chemicals and scientific resources.
• Support agricultural learning activities, including vertical farming, plant preparation and beekeeping.
• Assist teachers and students with practical experiments, demonstrations and field activities.
• Ensure appropriate laboratory safety, risk management and compliance practices are maintained.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Safety-conscious

Organisational skills

Autonomous working

Education

Certificate III in Laboratory Skills

Science degree or equivalent

Tools

Laboratory equipment handling

Job description

The Southport School on the Gold Coast invites applications for an experienced Science Laboratory Technician to support Agriculture and Junior Science for Years 7 to 9. This full-time role involves preparing materials, equipment and experiments for practical classes while upholding safety standards, and will contribute to vertical farming and beekeeping activities.

Reporting to the Head of Department, you will collaborate with science and agriculture teachers to maintain laboratories and